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# Ingénieur d'application principal

- **Company:** Trane Technologies
- **Location:** Saint Paul, MN, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $105,228.0 - $146,720.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Systems Integration, Metasys
- **Published:** October 19, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=6fa06fec8c6167c1

## About the Role

solving complex technical challenges that leave others stumped? Do you want OEMlevel backing, and a clear pathway to long-term career growth?, * Experience: 5+ years of hands-on experience in the commercial HVAC/BAS

industry as a Controls Technician, Commissioning Specialist, or Controls Project

Specialist.

 * Technical Depth: In-depth knowledge of HVAC mechanical systems (chillers, air

handlers, central plants, VAV systems) and direct digital control (DDC)

applications.

 * System Familiarity: Demonstrated proficiency in programming,

commissioning, and troubleshooting Trane building automation systems

(Tracer® SC+, Synchrony, Ensemble, TU) or comparable industry platforms

(Tridium/Niagara N4, Johnson Controls Metasys, Automated Logic, Distech,

Siemens, or Honeywell).

 * Education: An Associate degree (2+ years) in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Technology, Building Automation Systems, HVAC Technology, or equivalent

military/field experience.

 * Mobility & Licensing: Ability and willingness to travel 75%+ within the

continental U.S. (with occasional international travel). Must hold a valid driver's

license with an insurable driving history.

 * Communication & Leadership: Strong communication skills with the ability to

articulate technical solutions to both technical peers and non-technical

stakeholders.

Physical Requirements & Working Conditions

This role blends hands-on mechanical room and rooftop site work with digital

diagnostic programming:

 * Comfort working at heights, including climbing extension and fixed ladders up to

20 feet (and occasionally 50+ feet), and walking rooftops in various outdoor

weather conditions.

 * Ability to routinely stand on concrete surfaces for up to 4 hours at a time.

 * Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, reach overhead, squat to floor level, and maneuver

in mechanical spaces and confined areas (as small as 30" vertical x 45"

horizontal).

 * Ability to safely lift, push, pull, and carry tools and equipment weighing up to 40

lbs. regularly, and occasionally up to 50 lbs. while safely ascending/descending

rated ladders (up to 350 lb. total working load capacity).

 * Ability to wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) including safety

toe boots, safety goggles, hard hat, and fall arrest harnesses.

 * Ability to operate a motor vehicle safely and legally.

## Description

As a Senior Controls Technician on the ACES team, you will bring complex building automation systems from blueprint to flawless operation:

 * Advanced System Commissioning & Programming: Program, calibrate,

validate, and commission complex DDC/BAS architectures for commercial,

industrial, healthcare, education, and mission-critical facilities.

 * Elite Troubleshooting & Issue Resolution: Serve as the frontline technical

authority tackling difficult system integration issues, communication bus faults,

network anomalies, and sequence-of-operation discrepancies.

 * Remote & On-Site Field Support: Provide both hands-on site support and

remote connected troubleshooting to local Trane field technicians, project

engineers, and mechanical sub-contractors.

 * Standards & QA Leadership: Review, establish, and enforce programming and

installation standards, ensuring best practices and code compliance across

offices.

 * Product Validation & Innovation: Collaborate with engineering teams to test,

evaluate, and provide real-world feedback on new, existing, and next-generation

Trane hardware and software releases.

 * Client & Team Collaboration: Deliver outstanding customer satisfaction by

working closely with building engineers, facility directors, and project teams to

hand over fully optimized, energy-efficient systems.