Mechanical Designer IV
About The Position
Trane Technologies is seeking a senior Designer IV to lead and support the mechanical design and development of HVAC products as part of a product development team. The role produces detailed engineering documentation, 3D models, and production drawings that translate product requirements and engineering intent into manufacturable, cost-effective solutions. The Designer IV applies advanced technical expertise and judgment to influence design direction and improve product performance, reliability, serviceability, and value. This position drives design work from concept through production release, maintains controlled documentation and bills of materials, and partners with cross-functional teams to meet program goals. The Designer IV also provides technical direction, coordinates and reviews team members’ work, trains and mentors colleagues, and promotes design standards, best practices, and continuous improvement. The role is on-site five days per week.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in Mechanical Design, Drafting, or a related field and 10 or more years of mechanical design experience; OR a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field and 7 or more years of mechanical design experience.
- Proficiency in CAD software such as PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Inventor, or similar design platforms.
- Strong understanding of GD&T, design for manufacturability, tolerance analysis, engineering change management, and PLM, ERP, or document control systems.
Nice To Haves
- Experience in HVAC, industrial equipment, or a manufacturing environment.
- Working knowledge of Model-Based Definition (MBD).
Responsibilities
- Lead development of 3D models, production drawings, and engineering documentation for HVAC components and assemblies.
- Translate product requirements into manufacturable, cost-effective design solutions and influence key design decisions.
- Drive design execution across the product development lifecycle from concept through production release.
- Champion design improvements that enhance product performance, reliability, serviceability, and customer value.
- Apply advanced mechanical design knowledge to guide robust, high-quality engineering solutions.
- Establish and reinforce design and drafting standards to ensure accurate, consistent documentation.
- Partner with engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, quality, lab, and project teams to align design execution with program goals.
- Own bills of materials, drawing revisions, and controlled documentation to support product accuracy and change management.
- Lead complex project work, provide technical direction, and proactively resolve design issues.
- Serve as a CAD and design resource, mentor others, and promote best practices.
- Coordinate, train, and review the work of team members.
- Communicate effectively and follow company safety and security requirements.
Benefits
- Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with incentives, beginning on day one for the employee and family.
- Fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
- Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options supporting volunteer and parental leave.
- 401(k) matching.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
- Tuition assistance and student debt support.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
