At Trane Technologies™ 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 at home. We boldly go.
What’s in it for you:
Are you ready to make a difference? Heating, ventilating and cooling commercial buildings consumes a large portion of the world’s energy today and, as the world economy grows, it will make an ever-increasing impact on the environment, human health and safety and the global economy. At Trane, we strive to produce the very best HVAC systems to help building owners provide optimum human comfort and safety while using less energy. In so doing, we partner with our customers to build a sustainable future!
As a Senior Engineer - Manufacturing Engineer you will create Plans, directs, and coordinates manufacturing processes and/or projects in site facilities to optimize manufacturing of units and the required components. Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, build, test, and deploy projects while adhering to best practices and maintaining high-quality standards. Lead plant Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) to evaluate and identify potential failures related to operational processes.
Thrive at work and at home:
You will have the opportunity to participate in the Company's private medical and life insurance program prior to meeting eligibility requirements, following the policies, terms, and conditions set by the Company. The coverage and conditions for employees and their family members may vary based on the location.You will also have access to the all-inclusive Wellbeing Program, which provides resources to support the emotional, legal, and financial well-being of you and your family.The Company offers continuous learning opportunities through its continuing education programs.Additionally, you will be granted one full day (8 hours) of paid time off per calendar year to volunteer with non-profit charitable organizations through the Employee Volunteerism program.In cases of unforeseen personal hardship, the Trane Technologies Helping Hands Fund is available to provide support to employees facing financial challenges.Where is the work: Arecibo, Puerto Rico
What you will do:
Owns all plant manufacturing instructions and analyzing routine process steps to reduce potential risks of quality defects during assembly processes.Identify the cause of failure, testing and improve manufacturing processes to avoid the repetition of similar incidents.Keep updated all documentation related to manufacturing process (JBS, Control Plans and Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) during new layout or lean events.Coordinate and follow up all necessary activities to revise and approve all documentations protocols on time.Work together with the Training Manager to ensure that employees affected during any plant changes will be trainee with the last revision updated related to the new initiativeCreate detailed technical specifications, documentation, and standard operating procedures for manufacturing instructions and systems.Perform system integration, configuration, testing, and deployment of quality control level improvements to improve warranty customers claimsCollaborate with cross-functional teams, including software developers, quality assurance, and operations teams, to reduce workmanship errors by integrate engineering solutions and methods to reduce the opportunities to create defects during the assembly processes.Oversees the operations and maintenance of machinery/software in manufacturing.Conducts / leads or participates in Process Mapping, FMEA and Problem-Solving initiatives to promote and ensure that Thermo King processes are continuously improving and operating in a waste elimination mode.Implements processes in accordance to Lean / DFT principles and serves as facilitator for other employees including supervision, management and hourly to work within lean principles.Lead assigned team in developing new strategies for optimal processes and addressing issues and concerns to improve quality issues. Identify areas necessary to change or improve technology on the current manufacturing processes. Prepares and implements detailed plans to ensure that new technology and product transfers and new product introductions are implemented within the required timeframe and cost.Facilitates / leads implementation of processes required to achieve elements of the facility Strategic Plan and Scorecard objectives including elements such as Five S, ISO, Ergonomics program and Operational Excellence Plan. Create metrics or methods to measure project execution and adherence to budget and productivity.Analyzes and plans work force utilization, space requirements, and workflow, and designs layout of equipment and workspace for maximum efficiency.Define project plans and delivery commitments aligned with the operations plan using UTM and Windchill as the official business platforms for work. Confers with planning and design staff concerning product design and required tooling to ensure efficient production methods.Confers with vendors to determine tools, product and services specifications and arranges for purchase of equipment, materials, or parts, and evaluates products according to specifications and quality standards.Estimates production times, staffing requirements, and related costs to provide information for management decisions. Oversees development of new projects and their financial executionConfers with management, engineering, and other staff regarding manufacturing capabilities, production schedules, and other considerations to facilitate production processes.Manage the administration of the Capital Funding and Productivity Project Deck assisting projects leaders in the business case completion. Monitors, measures, and reports plant productivity projects. Coordinates implementation of Projects included in the facility annual Capital Plan and ensures timely implementation of it as per schedule.Identifies needs and proposes elements to be included in the annual Capital Plan.Trains other employees in Lean and other processes such as ISO procedures, PFMEA, Process Mapping and use of appropriate manufacturing methods.Performs other duties and projects as assigned.Maintain the work area clean and organized.Support lean initiatives (5s, RIE’s, SQDIP, MDI, 9 step).Comply with company policies and procedures, including EHS and ISO requirements.
What you will bring:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSIS, BSME, BSEE)Minimum 5 years’ experience in engineering.Proficient in Project ManagementAbility to read, analyze, and interpret technical procedures. Problem solving and analytical skillsExcellent presentation and communications skills.Teamwork and customer service oriented.Good interpersonal skills.Bilingual (English and Spanish)Computer knowledge (MS office, etc.)Knowledgeable of ISOKnowledge of Lean / DFT theory and implementationEIT and active member of CIAPREqual Employment Opportunity:
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.