Sales Engineer Intern

Trane Technologies • Kentwood, MI

7d • $24 - $26

About The Position

Trane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and at home. We boldly go.
What’s in it for you:
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

Job Summary:
Trane in Grand Rapids, MI is hiring a Sales Engineer Intern to explore the HVAC Industry. In this role, you will closely interact with customers, account managers, project managers, technicians, and suppliers to ensure the timely completion of assigned estimates and project execution. Responsibilities include the technical selection and pricing of equipment for each project. You must be able to provide estimating support to the equipment sales team.
Where is the work:
Prioritize engaging with customers. When not directly interacting with customers; collaborate with colleagues in your office

Requirements

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Associate's degree in engineering, engineering technology, or a related field; or one (1) to three (3) years of related experience in estimating, project management, engineering, HVAC, or construction management; or an equivalent combination of education and industry-related experience.
• Strong communication skills and a proactive approach with the willingness to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Proven experience prioritizing tasks to meet tight deadlines within a high-paced environment with attention to detail.
• Flexibility to work overtime/weekends, as required.
• Must be able to travel locally on occasion and possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to: DUI in the previous 3 years Hit & Run, License Suspension, Reckless/Careless Driving, or multiple smaller infractions or preventable collisions in the previous 3 years.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with the operation of HVAC Systems and/or Temperature Controls is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review Plans & Specifications and develop cost estimates, ensuring accuracy of quantity, size, configuration, voltage, options, etc., of Trane materials, sub-contractors, non-Trane purchased equipment, labor (start-up, service work, etc.), and other construction-related activities to assist Account Managers in bidding projects.
• Provide knowledge and consultation in the form of developing facility-related solutions for the customer’s problems.
• Determine project needs, constraints, and responsibilities to meet the entire customer’s HVAC system design and installation requirements.
• Develop, evaluate, and discuss possible solutions with Account Managers, Project Managers, Sub-contractors, Suppliers, and/or customers.
• Coordinate selection, pricing, and integration of equipment, controls, and services for each project.
• Prepare, finalize, and review preliminary and/or final proposals. Prepare equipment submittals and validate equipment selection.
• Assist Account Managers in determining proposal prices, selling strategies, and developing project fulfillment schedules with the project team.

Benefits

• We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.
• We are an equal opportunity employer; all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, pregnancy, age, marital status, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any legally protected status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree