Associate Engineering Manager – Engineering Design

Overview

Associate Engineering Manager – Engineering Design role at Trane Technologies, leading a team of mechanical design engineers to deliver engineering projects for climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation.

What you'll do

• Inspire, mentor and lead a team of mechanical design engineers, fostering an inclusive, collaborative and innovative environment.
• Manage the full talent lifecycle, including setting clear objectives, conducting performance reviews, and creating development and growth plans for every engineer.
• Be accountable for the team's successful delivery of engineering projects, meeting milestones for quality, on-time delivery and cost.
• Lead rigorous design reviews, provide expert technical guidance, and ensure deliverables are of the highest quality and ready for manufacturing.
• Serve as a key technical partner to Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Operations to resolve technical challenges, streamline processes and ensure seamless integration throughout the product lifecycle.
• Drive adoption of engineering best practices, process improvements, and oversight of CAD and PLM systems, and identify opportunities to leverage new technologies.
• Contribute to the strategic vision of the engineering function by managing resources, aligning team priorities with business goals, and contributing to the technology roadmap.

What you'll need

• Mechanical engineering background with 13+ years of progressive industry experience, including at least 5 years in a direct people management role.
• Extensive hands-on experience in mechanical design, with demonstrated success in New Product Development (NPD), VAVE (Value Analysis/Value Engineering), and design automation.
• Strong command of Design for X (DfX) principles, including Design for Manufacturing, Quality, Circularity, and Cost.
• Deep expertise in leading 3D CAD software (e.g., Creo, SolidWorks).
• Strong command of PLM processes and tools, particularly Teamcenter.
• Demonstrated proficiency in core HVAC or similar mechanical domains, including structural design, refrigeration system components, sheet metal fabrication, and complex piping and tubing layouts.
• Solid understanding of integrating Model-Based Definition (MBD) and Product Manufacturing Information (PMI) into the design process to automate workflows and reduce rework.
• Superb written and verbal communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate complex technical ideas clearly and effectively.

Nice to have

• Passion for staying current with emerging technology trends, including AI-driven generative design, design for additive manufacturing, AR collaboration, and IoT-driven design.

Details

• Location: Bangalore, Karnataka.
• Work mode: Hybrid, Monday to Thursday onsite with colleagues; Fridays, choose work location based on work requirements (4 or more days onsite per week).
• Career break: Eligible for the Relaunch Program with a career break of at least 12 months and matching work experience.