Controls Software Test Engineer Lead

At Trane TechnologiesTM (~~~) 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.

We are currently hiring for a Software Test professional to join our controls software test team in La Crosse, WI. The person who takes this position will be responsible for preparing, conducting, and reporting on the testing of embedded-based software for Trane commercial HVAC products.

If you are someone who:

• Loves to think of creative ways to challenge and test software.

• Is passionate about helping to create bulletproof commercial HVAC products that run 24/7, 365 days a year.

• Enjoys solving challenging technical problems.

And would like to be part of an organization that:

• Is strong, established, and committed to making a difference in the world by leveraging the power of their multi-billion dollar revenue stream.

• Values both individual creative thinking and dedicated teamwork.

• Demands to be challenged by its employees and supports our team members' desire to increase their skillset.

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, including in 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 (~~~) !

Job Responsibilities:

• Direct the efforts of a globally dispersed team of software test engineers.

• Provide estimates for testing schedules, test resources, and equipment needs.

• Ensure that detailed test requirements are included in product requirements.

• Keep project and department managers updated on the project testing status.

• Analyze functional requirements, to generate a comprehensive set of test cases.

• Write functional test procedures and automated test scripts that provide comprehensive testing of the product requirements.

• Execute test procedures and automated test scripts as part of formal product testing.

• Conduct exploratory testing based on detailed knowledge of the product under test.

• Perform test reviews for other test engineers.

• Report product issues within the defect tracking system and manage the resulting defect log through the point of defect fix validation.

• Collaborate with extended team to build and enhance automated test tools and frameworks.

Individual should be able to:

• Meet short- and long-term deadlines.

• Effectively meet the needs of internal and external customers.

• Work regularly and dependably.

• Function in a team environment.

• Demonstrate ability to cope with stress and maintain a pleasant and cooperative temperament with internal and external customers.

• Demonstrate ability to perform mental tasks such as making decisions, learning, thinking rationally and exercising good judgment.

• Take on other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering Technology, Computer Science, Electrical or Computer Engineering, HVACR Technology, or related discipline, or commensurate experience in software development or software testing is required.

• 2 - 6 years of experience in engineering or related discipline.

• Should have demonstrated proficiency with MS Office and MS Project.

• Must understand and adhere to safety measures when working with electrical equipment.

• Should have demonstrated ability to effectively communicate with others in writing and orally.

• Course work or experience in the following areas is desired: current test methodologies, quality assurance practices, and object-oriented and component based product development.

• Experience with automated testing is desired.

• Programming experience is desired.

• Knowledge of industrial/embedded controls and building control systems is desired.

• Knowledge of refrigeration cycle/chillers is desired.

• Experience testing and configuring embedded controllers is desired.

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.