Modeling & Simulation Capabilities Manager

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At Trane Technologies

TM and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King®, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what’s possible for a sustainable world. We're a team that dares to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities. We believe in a better future when we uplift others and enable our people to thrive at work and  boldly go.

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business—it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's 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 what’s possible for a sustainable world.

Join Thermo King as a Modeling & Simulation Capabilities Manager and embark on an exciting professional journey where you will lead and mentor a talented team dedicated to advancing our 1D system-level and 3D CAD and CAE analysis capabilities. In this role, you will set strategic direction, own the roadmap for modeling capabilities, and ensure alignment with enterprise objectives. You will also collaborate cross-functionally to integrate modeling insights across the development lifecycle, champion best practices, define standard work, and track KPIs to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and impact on product development.

• 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, including support of volunteer and parental leave needs.
• Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
• Learn more about our benefits here!

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week in Bloomington, MN
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• Lead and mentor a team specializing in developing and deploying capabilities for 1D system-level and 3D CAD and CAE analysis for architecture, design and control purposes.
• Set strategic direction and own roadmap for modeling capabilities, ensuring alignment with enterprise objectives and technical requirements.
• Collaborate with system architects, product design teams, controls and testing teams to integrate modeling insights across the development lifecycle.
• Define standard work and track KPIs for modeling activities. Champion best practices in modeling, simulation, and analysis to improve accuracy, efficiency, and impact on product development.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and growth mindset. Identify opportunities for automation, advanced techniques, and adoption of emerging modeling tools.
• Work closely with IT and software vendors to keep modeling infrastructure current, scalable, and secure.
• Communicate technical findings and strategy to stakeholders at all organizational levels.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, industry regulations, and intellectual property guidelines.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required. Master’s degree preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in modeling/simulation (1D & 3D) with at least 3 years of managerial experience.
• Strong leadership and people management experience; proven ability to build and develop high-performing teams.
• Expertise in tools for simulation, design, and analysis (e.g., MATLAB/Simulink, ANSYS, Dymola).
• Excellent organizational change management skills. Strong communication, collaboration, and influencing skills.
• Passion for technological innovation and continuous improvement.

Base Pay Range: $117,000 – $185,000.

Total compensation for this role will include an incentive plan.

Disclaimer:
This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, geographic location where the work is performed.

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.

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