Controls Engineering Specialist - Birmingham​/Montgomery

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane and Thermo King, 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.

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Where is the work:

On-Site (5 days)

What you will do:

In this role you will:

* Design and develop control solutions using direct digital controls to support smarter, more efficient building systems.

* Apply engineering principles to create reliable, effective control strategies that align with project goals and customer needs.

* Review project requirements and perform site assessments to ensure designs are accurate, coordinated, and ready for installation.

* Prepare installation, submittal, and as‑built drawings that guide field teams and ensure smooth transitions through each project phase.

* Collaborate with internal teams and customers to address concerns, provide thoughtful solutions, and ensure a positive project experience.

* Identify opportunities for improvement and support continuous enhancement of processes, tools, and project outcomes.

What you will bring:

* Experience working with control systems, building automation, or related technical fields, with the ability to understand how mechanical and electrical systems interact.

* Ability to read and interpret plans, specifications, and technical documents, and communicate clearly with customers and internal teams.

* Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to gather information, evaluate options, and make sound decisions.

* Comfort working with technical instructions, diagrams, or data to troubleshoot system challenges.

* Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field preferred; or an associate degree or technical certificate in HVAC, AAS, or BAS with related experience; or a combination of education and hands‑on experience that provides the necessary skills.

* Candidates without a 4‑year degree are encouraged to apply; we prioritize practical experience, relevant skills, and alignment with our leadership principles.

* Must be able to safely and legally operate a vehicle using a seat belt.

* Must be able to wear helmets, safety goggles, fall protection harness and safety boots to safely perform job duties.

* Must be able to twist the trunk of your body 90 degrees in each direction.

* Must be able to squat and touch the floor with both hands.

* Must be able to reach your hands over your head.

* Must be able to stand on concrete surfaces for extended periods, routinely up to 4 hours.

* Must be able to safely use a ladder with a 350 lb. total weight limit, while carrying equipment of 50 lbs. or less.

* Must be able to maneuver confined access areas, as small as 30" vertical x 45" horizontal.

* Must be able to comfortably and routinely access rooftops with extension and/or fixed ladders at heights of 15' to 20', and occasionally, up to 50 feet +

* This role may be exposed to variable weather conditions, moving mechanical parts, heights, risk of electrical shock, noisy operating equipment and other variable environmental conditions based on location.

* Must be able to sit at a computer workstation for extended periods while performing detailed engineering and design work.

* Must be able to maintain focus and perform computer‑based tasks that require consistent hand, wrist, and finger movement for typing and mouse use.

* Must be able to view computer screens for long durations with appropriate breaks as needed.

Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:

$77,963.33 - $

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…