Unit Controls Software Test Team Leader

Trane Italia•Clarksville, TN

2d•$102,000 - $144,865•Hybrid

About The Position

Trane Technologies is currently seeking a Software Test Team Leader to join our Controls Software Test team in Clarksville, Tennessee. The selected individual will be responsible for leading a team preparing, conducting and reporting on the testing of embedded-based software for Trane Commercial HVAC products. A sustainable future demands ongoing digital advancement. Our digital solutions team leads the way in developing next-generation climate technology focused on reducing demand-side energy consumption and emissions. Our team—including BrainBox AI, Nuvolo, and more—combines technical expertise with advanced analytics to create data-driven solutions that add real value for customers, communities, and the planet. Whether you're advancing AI in HVAC or driving analytics for greater efficiency, your ideas will help engineer solutions for stronger communities and a sustainable world.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline.
Minimum 5yrs experience in embedded controls product development.
Ability to effectively communicate with others both in writing and verbally.
Knowledge of industrial/embedded controls and building control systems.
Demonstrated proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.
Experience testing and configuring embedded controllers.
Experience with automated software testing.

Nice To Haves

Project management experience is desired.
People management experience is desired.

Responsibilities

Lead a team of software test engineers, technicians, and interns to rigorously test Trane Light Unitary controls software products.
Handle all standard Human Resources processes and procedures for direct reports.
Hold regular one-on-one discussions with team members to assess project progress and facilitate personal development.
Conduct monthly goals-alignment discussions with team members.
Prepare and conduct formal year-end reviews with team members.
Mentor team members in software testing and test lead best practices.
Screen, interview, and hire replacement team members when required.
Coordinate efforts between global software test teams.
Function as a test lead on selected unit controls projects, with responsibilities including: Creation and maintenance of project test schedules, test cases, and test dashboards.
Coordinating efforts of test team members.
Reporting test progress to project managers and leadership.
Review product requirements, functional specifications and test results.
Participate test process improvements with test leadership.
Drive team innovation through use of tools like AI and Test Automation.
Collaborate with leadership on strategic planning and process improvements.
Collaborate with Automation Architect to enhance automation tools.