Senior Manufacturing Engineer
Trane Technologies · Clarksville, TN
- Level
- Senior
- Team
- Manufacturing
- Base pay
- $70k–$125k
- Degree
- Required (or equivalent experience)
- Industry
- Industrial
- Posted
- 30+ days ago
The role in 30 seconds
A senior manufacturing role at Trane Technologies (industrial) in Clarksville, TN.
- They ask for
- degree required (or equivalent experience)
- Tools it names
- Lean, SPC, FMEA, Plant layout
- Base pay
- $70k–$125k
- Day to day
- some off-shift / weekend coverage
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About the role
Key Responsibilities
- ◆Lead the development and improvement of manufacturing processes for HVAC products
- ◆Design and implement process gauging, material handling systems, work cells, and plant layouts
- ◆Lead or support complex manufacturing and process improvement projects
- ◆Troubleshoot manufacturing equipment and processes to improve performance and reliability
- ◆Analyze statistical process control data and implement process changes as needed
- ◆Manage equipment, supplier, and service contracts, including contractor coordination onsite
- ◆Prepare cost estimates, quotations, and capital justifications for process improvements and new product introductions
- ◆Support asset care, reliability, and continuous improvement initiatives
- ◆Develop and maintain PFMEAs, method sheets, manufacturing execution systems, and equipment programming files
- ◆Investigate and resolve ergonomic, safety, quality, and manufacturing process concerns
- ◆Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with company standards and customer expectations
- ◆Mentor and train team members while supporting a culture of safety and continuous improvement
Qualifications
- ✓Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
- ✓Experience with mechanical and electrical manufacturing processes, including assembly and testing
- ✓Strong troubleshooting, problem-solving, and project management skills
- ✓Knowledge of lean manufacturing, process improvement, and manufacturing best practices
- ✓Ability to work cross-functionally and communicate effectively across teams
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Where is the work
On-Site (5 days)
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer plays a key role in bringing new HVAC technology to market while improving existing manufacturing processes. This position focuses on driving continuous improvement through lean principles to achieve safety, quality, delivery, inventory, and productivity goals. The role partners cross-functionally to develop efficient manufacturing methods, support new product introductions, and improve plant operations.
No Sales Commission Eligible
No
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.
- •401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution = up to 8% company contribution.
- •Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- •Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
Safety Sensitive Role
Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive. Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
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