Trane Technologies
SBU Field Quality Engineer
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
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Based on the DOL prevailing wage for this occupation and worksite, a base salary of $85,550 would place this position at wage Level II. That figure is within the posted range, and I'd like to target it. This role classifies under "Industrial Engineers" for prevailing-wage purposes.
DOL prevailing wage, 2026-27 wage year · Industrial Engineers (17-2112) · Grand Rapids-Wyoming-Kentwood, MI. Wage level is derived by USCIS from the offered wage, occupation and worksite; the occupation shown is inferred from the job title.
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About the role
- The SBU Field Quality Engineer will influence business bottom line results by leading, facilitating, and reporting Customer and Field related quality activities for each of our SBU's platforms.
- This role will bring improved connection between the customer/field and our manufacturing/engineering teams.
- Development of a clearly defined project pipeline including analysis of factors that are utilized to define each project.
Responsibilities
- Develop with peers and communicate core messaging about quality improvement efforts and the changing culture that is occurring across all aspects of our business to improve the customer experience.
- Review, challenge and simplify existing, develop, and apply quality driven test systems and procedures to assure products meet intended use and customer expectations.
- Forecast and manage key metrics to align with plant financials and PGT Glide paths
- Tracking and holding teams accountable to deliver agreed upon quality improvements throughout the process will be key to driving a change in our quality culture.
Requirements
- Develop a strong understanding of equipment performance, Critical To Quality (CTQ) elements and provide key functional elements that drive the customer experience.
- Skills Required:
- Proficiency in information technology systems utilized in Quality Management Systems and process
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or related discipline
- Professional certification (CPM, APICS, Six Sigma, CQM, PE, etc.) is preferred
- Experience in quality management, operations, lean manufacturing processes including visual management
- Excellent interpersonal skills, mentor, team player including professional customer and supplier interaction capability
- Ability to travel up to 15% with some peaks at higher levels.
Compensation
- $75,700.00 - $135,834.99 Compensation Type:
- Salary Incentive Eligible:
- Disclaimer: We strive to provide competitive compensation for this position, tailored to a variety of factors.
- The actual compensation will depend on elements such as seniority, merit, geographic location, education, experience, travel requirements, and union designation.
- Our compensation range is generally based on the national average for the country.
- We offer competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits and programs.
Benefits
- This will include doing customer research and customer investigations to understand root case and calculation of benefits for quality improvements.
- Development of clearly defined project pipeline with priorities in place to insure maximum benefit to our customers and the SBU.
- 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.
- Paid time off includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
- Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.
- Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
- Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.
Company info
- Yes The company designates certain roles as Safety Sensitive.
- Safety Sensitive roles may require that you pass additional drug screening.
- 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.
- Interact with, execute site visits, gather information, and provide appropriate responses to direct customers of our equipment portfolio to remedy customer issues.
- Act as a conduit with key selling situations that require information about our quality management system and processes that may impact our customers buying process.
- Utilize various tools to evaluate the effectiveness of our Field Quality function including Gemba, management reviews, internal audits, feedback from internal and external customers, warranty data, and traceability, etc.
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