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Where is the work:

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires. As a Senior Structural Dynamics Engineer at Trane, you will be responsible for designing the equipment and systems that support these goals.  You will lead engineering teams, develop concepts for new & improved commercial HVAC products and solve complex technical problems, leading to production of sustainable new products.
 Join a team that applies experimental and computational methods to develop best-in-class Trane Commercial HVAC products and enabling technologies while addressing acoustic, structural & vibration challenges.  The primary focus areas of this Structural Dynamics Engineer role include structural integrity, structural dynamics, vibration simulation and testing.  Work closely with various product and technology development teams and with global Engineering support center personnel.
What you will do:

• Lead and carry out the advancement of the Acoustics & Mechanics Engineering function.  The scope encompasses technology in both computational and experimental tools and methodologies applicable to Commercial HVAC products.
• Deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.  
• Plan, conduct, and supervise work related to developing structural and structural dynamic simulation models. The scope includes prediction of structural modes, dynamic response, stress, strain, deformation, fatigue, etc. using finite element (FEA) and/or other methods.
• Plan, conduct, and supervise various structural and structural dynamic tests, including but not limited to, structural modal analysis, steady state and transient vibration, rotating machinery, strength tests, component fatigue, data collection and analysis.
• Correlating simulation or any other prediction models with test data to improve prediction accuracy and validate models.
• Develop and improve standard work and design guidelines related to, but not limited to, structural design, simulation, testing, and similar work.
• Work closely with product engineers to design reliable and durable products.
• Work closely with test engineers and technicians. Responsibilities include understanding and prioritizing test requests, designing and proposing the appropriate test, discussing and supervising test implementations, assuring the validity of the data and its interpretation, and documenting the work in formal reports. 
• Act as a member of the various product and technology development teams to design reliable and durable products.
• Support and successfully accomplish annual corporate objectives for individuals and teams.
• Effectively utilize personal project management techniques and utilize the available technical skills and resources necessary for success. 
• Work closely with and mentor other engineering resources globally. 
• Some overnight travel will be required (probably less than 10%).

What you will bring:

• Bachelor's Degree in Applied Mechanics or Mechanical Engineering and at least 5-years of acoustics or NVH work experience is required.
• Master’s Degree or Ph.D. is preferred.

Key Skills or Competencies:

• Formal coursework in mechanics of materials, vibration, structural dynamics, numerical simulation methods, digital signal processing is expected.
• Experience with ANSYS, Siemens SimCenter or Siemens Test.Lab is a plus.
• Experience in structural engineering design, technical problem-solving with simulation and tests.
• Knowledge in the design, testing, and optimization for dynamics of machinery.
• Knowledge and experience in correlating simulation models and test data are a plus.
• Strong teamwork, interpersonal, communication and project management skills required.
• Must be able to work on multiple high-priority projects simultaneously.
• Experience in data acquisition systems, both hardware and software, as well as mechanical strain measurement, are preferred. 
• Experience with HVAC products, compressors, fans and sheet metal structures is a plus.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$97,406.66 - $135,834.99

Compensation Type:

Salary

Incentive Eligible:

No

Sales Commission Eligible:

No

Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors. The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience,  travel requirements, and union designation.   Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.  Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.

Thrive at work and at home:

• Benefits kick in on DAY ONE for you and your family, including health insurance and holistic wellness programs that include generous incentives – WE DARE TO CARE!
• Family building benefits include fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• Paid time off includes  up to 15 vacation days, paid holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave. 
• 401K match up, educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.    

Disclaimer:  Benefit offerings may vary by site as well as Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations

Safety Sensitive Role:

No

The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.

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.