Associate Chemist

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.

What’s in it for you:

Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient environments, it’s our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, sustainability is not just how we do business-it is our business. Do you dare to look at the world's challenges and see impactful possibilities? Do you want to contribute to making a better future? If the answer is yes, we invite you to consider joining us in boldly challenging what’s possible for a sustainable world.

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!
  

Where is the work:

This position has been designated as a Hybrid work schedule with work performed onsite 3 days each week.

As an Associate Chemist, you will be part of a laboratory team responsible for testing, analyzing, discovering, and supporting projects related to Trane Technologies products and services. You will support laboratory activities focused on developing and implementing specialized refrigerant and lubricant capabilities. Attention to detail and the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment are crucial for this role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support the development and implementation of specialized refrigerant and lubrication testing capabilities.
  
• Conduct routine and non-routine lab tests to support projects within the Refrigerant System Chemistry area.
  
• Work with senior staff to support non-routine tests and investigations using analytical equipment.
  
• Acquire, analyze, and compile data; contribute to technical reports and communicate results within cross-functional engineering teams.
  
• Prepare standards and samples and operate specialized analytical equipment using established methods.
  
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives for the chemistry team and lab functions.
  
• Collaborate with team members to optimize or troubleshoot procedures, processes, or equipment.
  
• Promote good housekeeping, safety excellence, and chemical hygiene best practices.
  
• Perform data analysis on test data to solve problems and ensure data quality.
  

Qualifications:

• Bachelor�s Degree in Chemistry or a related field.
  
• Experience in an analytical testing laboratory is preferred.
  
• Demonstrated experience in a laboratory environment with a focus on chemistry or materials science.
  
• Experience working with and handling refrigerants and lubricants is preferred.
  
• Familiarity with chemistry and materials testing techniques using destructive and non-destructive test methods such as HPLC, GC, ICP, GC-MS, and other instruments is preferred.
  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Highly motivated with strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work autonomously with limited supervision.
  
• Ability to coach and counsel others without direct supervisory responsibilities.
  
• Proficient in problem-solving with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  
• Computer literate with knowledge of Microsoft Office software and other commonly used software programs.
  

Physical Demands:

• Regularly required to use hands to operate a computer, and keyboard.
  
• Frequently required to walk and sit; occasionally required to stand.
  
• Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
  
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.
  
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  

Work Environment:

• Typical office and laboratory environment with moderate noise levels.
  
• Safety shoes and safety glasses are required in the laboratory.
  
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
  

Compensation:

Base Pay Range: $55,000 - $84,500

Total compensation for this role will include a commission/incentive plan. Disclaimer: This base pay range is based on US national averages. Actual base pay could be a result of seniority, merit, and geographic location where the work is performed.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

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.