Electrical Design Engineer
Davidson, NC - USA
Job Summary
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable sustainable and efficient climate solutions for buildings homes and transportation its our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies and through our businesses including TraneandThermo King sustainability is not just how we do businessit is our business. Do you dare to look at the worlds 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 whats possible for a sustainable world.
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Where is the work:
VirtualWhats in it for you:
Be a part of our mission!As a world leader in creating comfortable sustainable and efficient environments its our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies sustainability is not just how we do businessit is our you dare to look at the worlds 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 whats possible for a sustainable world.
What you will do:
Trane Technologies is seeking an experienced Electrical Design Engineer to join our dynamic team supporting the design and engineering of electrical systems for new construction renovation and infrastructure upgrades in commercial institutional and industrial facilities. The successful candidate will develop electrical system designs oversee technical documentation and coordinate project execution ensuring strict adherence to codes standards and client requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Develop complete electrical system designs for lighting power distribution emergency systems and controls for commercial and industrial facilities.
Prepare designs for roof ground and canopy photovoltaic systems including: site layouts single line diagrams generation models and interconnection applications.
Produce construction-ready drawing packages: plans schematics wiring diagrams equipment layouts and specifications using AutoCAD Revit BIM360 or similar design tools.
Perform engineering calculations: load analysis short-circuit coordination arc flash voltage drop conduit sizing and energy efficiency assessments.
Ensure all designs are fully compliant with applicable codes and standards (NEC NFPA IEEE ANSI UL IEC UBC).
Collaborate with architects clients utility companies and other engineering disciplines to ensure inter-discipline coordination and constructability.
Participate in site surveys field investigations and construction support activitiesoverseeing data collection installation troubleshooting and commissioning.
Prepare technical documents including engineering reports cost estimates permit applications technical specifications and as-built documentation.
Support permit and interconnection application processes with local agencies authorities or utilities.
Maintain up-to-date technical knowledge of emerging technologies and recommend innovative solutions to enhance project performance and cost-effectiveness.
Provide mentoring to junior staff engineers and designers as appropriate.
Client Engagement
Interface with clients contractors utilities and authorities for design validation permitting and project execution.
Lead or support the preparation of proposals presentations budgets and business development activities.
Mentor junior engineers designers and interns to support their technical growth and professional development.
What you will bring:
Required Qualifications
Bachelors Degree in Electrical Engineering or related field; advanced degree (MS) preferred.
State-issued Professional Engineer (PE) license
7 years of progressive electrical engineering design experience in building electrical systems and/or renewable energy projects.
Competency in engineering principles and design methodologies related to the solar PV industry including production modeling array layout component selection single- and three-line diagrams glare studies arc flash etc.
Demonstrated expertise with electrical design and modeling software (AutoCAD Revit PVcase PVsyst Helioscope ETB etc.).
Deep familiarity with construction/renovation practices for commercial institutional and industrial facilities.
Demonstrated experience contributing as a key engineering member on designbuild projects including collaboration with crossfunctional teams to deliver integrated highquality solutions.
Excellent analytical troubleshooting and technical writing skills.
Strong communication and collaboration skills with the ability to work in multidisciplinary teams.
Experienced in the design and delivery of medium and high-voltage systems substations energy storage integration and complex power distributions.
Strong knowledge of permitting compliance and interconnection processes for both buildings and renewable power.
Proficiency with office automation (MS Office Excel PowerPoint) and project management tools (MS Project Primavera).
Preferred Qualifications & Skills
Experience supporting permitting and interconnection processes.
Master planning experience for campus utility systems microgrids and decarbonization/climate resilience initiatives.
Experience with safety phasing and quality review processes.
Ability to lead motivate and mentor geographically distributed project teams.
Knowledge of international project standards and experience with multidisciplinary teams.
NABCEP PV Installation Professional and/or Design Specialist Certification
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
$90900.00 - $189800.00Compensation Type:
SalaryIncentive Eligible:
YesSales Commission Eligible:
NoDisclaimer: 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.
Safety Sensitive Role:
NoThe 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.
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
Welcome to Trane Technologies. As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, we are putting the planet first.