Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Program Manager

$90,000 - $125,000/Yr

Trane Technologies - La Crosse, WI

Full-time - Mid Level

La Crosse, WI

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

The Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Program Manager at Trane Technologies is responsible for leading and managing the development of manufacturing processes to support new product development (NPD) programs. This role focuses on ensuring that manufacturing deliverables align with customer and business objectives, emphasizing safety, quality, delivery, and cost efficiency. The position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, coaching advanced manufacturing engineers, and implementing innovative manufacturing concepts within a Lean framework.

Responsibilities

• Define, develop, and manage the schedule, resources, and investment needed to complete all required manufacturing deliverables in support of NPD programs.
• Collaborate closely with the lead program manager and other functional team members to ensure adherence to the NPD phase-gate process.
• Lead, coach and advise other advanced manufacturing engineers and cross-functional team members in the definition and development of manufacturing concepts and processes.
• Develop manufacturing planning and analysis including manufacturing site selection, tooling and equipment needs, and process capability requirements.
• Evaluate and implement innovative and cost-effective manufacturing processes to improve safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Contribute to sourcing strategy decisions and conduct make-buy analysis for new components.
• Provide technical expertise and leadership for the timely resolution of manufacturing process and product design problems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related Engineering disciplines required.
• Minimum of 5 years of manufacturing work experience required.
• Project management experience required.
• Knowledge of DFM/A and 3P, life cycle cost analysis, capacity analysis, and advanced quality planning.
• Integrated manufacturing experience in machining, fabrication, welding, or assembly.

Nice-to-haves

• Lean and Six Sigma experience preferred.
• Experience in HVAC or heavy industrial manufacturing environment preferred.

Benefits

• Health insurance and holistic wellness programs starting on DAY ONE.
• Family building benefits including fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy assistance.
• 401K match up to 6%, plus an additional 2% core contribution.
• Paid time off, including support for volunteer and parental leave needs.
• Educational and training opportunities with tuition assistance and student debt support.