Senior Lab Automation Engineer

trane technologies

1d•Onsite

About The Position

As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, Trane Technologies is committed to putting the planet first. Sustainability is integral to their business. The company invites individuals who dare to challenge what's possible for a sustainable world to join them. They are seeking a highly skilled and seasoned Senior Lab Automation Engineer to join their Lab Automation team. This critical role involves providing technical leadership across project planning, implementation, and ongoing support. The ideal candidate will possess advanced expertise in SCADA systems, software development, and industrial hardware integration. The engineer will provide strategic direction to lab management and collaborate with the lab engineering team to ensure alignment with current and emerging standards.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, computer science or related degree plan.
At least 5 years of work experience in industrial automation and/or control systems.
Proficiency in programming languages such as C#, VB.NET, Java, or Python.
Proficiency in object orientation and the software development life cycle.
Strong communication and problem-solving skills.
Familiarity with basic electronics.
Knowledge of at least one industrial automation hardware platform (e.g., National Instruments, Allen Bradley, Modicon, General Electric).
Experience programming industrial automation PLC/PAC software (e.g., LabVIEW, Rockwell Automation CompactLogix, MicroLogix, General Electric Proficy ME).

Nice To Haves

Proficiency in using the Ignition SCADA platform.
Understanding of HVAC (Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning) fundamentals.
Hands-on experience with embedded systems.
Experience with laboratory testing standards and methodologies (e.g., AHRI, UL, ANSI, ISO17025).
Knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems (RDBMS).
Familiarity with Lean Six Sigma concepts, principles, and toolsets.

Responsibilities

Implement SCADA solutions that adhere to Lab Automation team standards.
Provide technical leadership of engineering lab test facility automation projects.
Provide technical support to engineering lab test facilities by diagnosing and resolving issues with both hardware and software platforms.
Work with all lab teams effectively for sustainment or development of lab test facilities.
Develop detailed design documents and/or functional requirement specifications for automated SCADA solutions, ensuring they are cost-effective, well-documented, scalable, and aligned with established Lab Automation team standards.
Operate with minimal supervision.
Oversee and coordinate the efforts of industrial automation contractors.

Benefits

Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family.
Health insurance.
Holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives.
Family building benefits include fertility coverage.
Adoption/surrogacy assistance.
401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
Paid time off.
Paid time off in support of volunteer needs.
Parental leave.
Educational and training opportunities through company programs.
Tuition assistance.
Student debt support.
Competitive compensation.
Comprehensive benefits and programs.