Project Engineer - Controls

Trane Technologies • Tampa, FL

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Trane Technologies is hiring a Project Engineer - Controls in Tampa, Florida. The role is responsible for hardware and software design activities for building automation systems, applying engineering principles to assigned projects, designing cost-effective control solutions, and working directly with the project team to assist the Project Manager. The position is onsite Monday through Thursday, with the employee choosing their work location on Fridays based on work requirements.

The engineer designs direct digital building controls for a variety of building types, reviews project and contract documents, prepares installation, submittal, and as-built drawings, develops sequences of operation, and creates Operations and Maintenance Manuals. The role also coordinates documents with field teams, maintains knowledge of Trane Controls products and applicable third-party devices, and may help prepare project estimates and support BAS technicians with installation, programming, commissioning, and startup activities. The engineer works to maintain customer satisfaction and may travel to construction sites within the district.

Requirements

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Construction, Engineering Technology, or a related area; or more than seven years of HVAC-industry experience in technician, project management, or estimating roles; or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.
• Familiarity with the operation and design of HVAC systems, Building Automation Systems, and/or temperature controls.
• Knowledge of the Windows operating system and Microsoft Office products.
• Experience with a drafting or design program.
• Understanding of IT infrastructure and network architecture.
• Valid driver's license held for at least 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations specified in the posting, including certain violations or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions within the previous three years.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with new construction and renovation/retrofit concepts, performance contracting, and service project management.
• Understanding of industry-standard protocols and integration requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design direct digital building controls for a variety of building types and automation systems.
• Obtain and review contract documents, proposals, mechanical plans, specifications, estimates, and equipment submittals for incorporation into automation system designs.
• Create installation drawings, submittal drawings, and as-built drawings, and support transition to service.
• Develop advanced sequences of operation that meet project requirements.
• Generate Operations and Maintenance Manuals and conduct job surveys.
• Review equipment submittals and transition relevant documents to the field.
• Acquire and maintain knowledge of Trane Controls products and offerings, as well as applicable third-party devices.
• Prepare project cost estimates as needed.
• Assist BAS technicians as required with wiring and programming, electrical terminations, commissioning, graphic development, testing, and startup.
• Work with minimal supervision and advise and guide other engineers.
• Maintain customer satisfaction by investigating concerns, implementing corrective action, communicating with staff, and providing customer feedback and solutions.
• Travel to construction sites within the district to determine controls solutions.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs with incentives, effective from day one for the employee and family.
• Fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, and sick leave.
• Additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
• 401(k) matching.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
• Tuition assistance and student debt support.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level