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Product Development Engineer roles in the United States are accessible to international professionals through J-1 visa sponsorship under the Trainee or Research Scholar program category. Host employers across manufacturing, consumer goods, and technology sectors partner with State Department-designated sponsor organizations to issue the DS-2019 and administer your exchange program.
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Job Summary:
Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an onsite position in our Engineering Test Laboratory (Lab) in La Crosse, Wisconsin as an HVAC Product Development Technician Intern. Your primary function in this temporary position is testing of New Product Development (NPD), sustainability, and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance. Your technician role would support qualifying Trane Commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) products. The job requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
This is an hourly position that pays $22 per hour and is overtime eligible. Hours are flexible to accommodate school schedule. We prefer that the chosen applicant work at least 15-20 hours per week during the school year and 40-hours per week during the summer through the length of the internship.
Responsibilities:
- Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Support product development activities by operating Commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data, with guidance from senior laboratory staff
- Assist with installation, modification, and build of developmental Commercial HVAC equipment and components, following engineering, agency, and test requirements
- Assist Test Engineering and other Technicians to install and utilize laboratory test equipment including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, pressure, and temperature measurement devices
- Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of Trane Commercial HVAC technologies and equipment
Qualifications
- Currently and actively enrolled in an Associate Degree program in HVAC or 2-year equivalent degree program in HVAC at an accredited school
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) required, with desire to learn basic programming in Visual Basic is preferred
- EPA Type Universal Certification or willingness to become certified
Key Competencies:
- Basic grasp of refrigeration related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting is preferred
- Demonstrates basic knowledge on measuring/inspection instruments and or mechanical and electrical components and their principles, properties, and theories
- Basic understanding of schematics, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions
- Ability to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standards
- Ability to help solve practical problems and deal with a variety of complex variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills in order to listen and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees in the organization
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
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. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
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.
Be a part of our mission! As a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable, and efficient climate solutions for buildings, homes and transportation, it's our responsibility to put the planet first. For us at Trane Technologies, and through our businesses including Trane® and Thermo King, 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.
Learn about our benefits designed for you to Thrive at work and at home.
We boldly go.
Where is the work:
Job Summary:
Trane Technologies has an exciting opportunity for an onsite position in our Engineering Test Laboratory (Lab) in La Crosse, Wisconsin as an HVAC Product Development Technician Intern. Your primary function in this temporary position is testing of New Product Development (NPD), sustainability, and quality improvement projects, in addition to some agency compliance. Your technician role would support qualifying Trane Commercial Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) products. The job requires problem solving, troubleshooting, and collaboration with other lab and engineering team members to ensure timely completion of projects.
This is an hourly position that pays $22 per hour and is overtime eligible. Hours are flexible to accommodate school schedule. We prefer that the chosen applicant work at least 15-20 hours per week during the school year and 40-hours per week during the summer through the length of the internship.
Responsibilities:
- Work safely and maintain a safe work area in accordance with company policies and procedures
- Support product development activities by operating Commercial HVAC equipment, controlling test facilities, and collecting experimental test data, with guidance from senior laboratory staff
- Assist with installation, modification, and build of developmental Commercial HVAC equipment and components, following engineering, agency, and test requirements
- Assist Test Engineering and other Technicians to install and utilize laboratory test equipment including data acquisition systems, power analyzers, flow equipment, pressure, and temperature measurement devices
- Assist in the troubleshooting and repair of Trane Commercial HVAC technologies and equipment
Qualifications
- Currently and actively enrolled in an Associate Degree program in HVAC or 2-year equivalent degree program in HVAC at an accredited school
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office products (Excel, Word, Outlook) required, with desire to learn basic programming in Visual Basic is preferred
- EPA Type Universal Certification or willingness to become certified
Key Competencies:
- Basic grasp of refrigeration related thermodynamic principles and mechanical troubleshooting is preferred
- Demonstrates basic knowledge on measuring/inspection instruments and or mechanical and electrical components and their principles, properties, and theories
- Basic understanding of schematics, reading, and interpreting engineering drawings, technical reports, safety rules, operation, and maintenance instructions
- Ability to understand and follow current work instructions and applicable test standards
- Ability to help solve practical problems and deal with a variety of complex variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills in order to listen and speak effectively before groups of customers or employees in the organization
- Ability to multitask and work in a fast-paced team environment
Annual Base Salary Range or Hourly Base Pay Range:
Compensation Type:
Hourly
Incentive Eligible:
No
Sales Commission Eligible:
No
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. Additionally, benefits may vary depending on the region, business alignment, union involvement, and employee status.
Safety Sensitive Role:
No
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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding J-1 Visa Sponsorship as a Product Development Engineer
Align your training plan with engineering deliverables
Your DS-2019 requires a structured training plan specifying objectives, timelines, and supervision. Frame your product development work around discrete phases, such as prototyping, testing, and design iteration, so the plan satisfies your designated sponsor's compliance review.
Distinguish Trainee from Research Scholar before applying
Trainee status suits engineers within five years of graduation or prior professional experience. Research Scholar applies if your role centers on university- or institute-based R&D. Applying under the wrong category can delay your DS-2019 issuance and complicate host employer negotiations.
Target host employers with existing sponsor relationships
Use Migrate Mate to find Product Development Engineer roles at U.S. companies already aligned with J-1 visa sponsorship. Employers who have hosted J-1 engineers before understand training plan requirements and move through the offer process faster.
Verify your role's prevailing wage before accepting an offer
J-1 regulations require compensation at least equal to similarly situated U.S. workers. Cross-check your offered salary against the OFLC Wage Search and O*NET before signing, so your designated sponsor can confirm compliance without renegotiation later.
Confirm the 2-year home residency requirement applies to you
Government-funded training programs and certain skill-shortage fields trigger a two-year home-country residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). Clarify with your designated sponsor before accepting an offer, since this affects your timeline for switching to H-1B visa or a green card pathway.
Prepare engineering credentials for sponsor document review
Designated sponsors such as Cultural Vistas or AIPT require degree transcripts, a CV, and proof of English proficiency before issuing a DS-2019. Gather certified translations of non-English documents and employer verification letters early, since missing credentials stall program enrollment.
Product Development Engineer J-1 Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Which J-1 program category fits a Product Development Engineer role?
Most Product Development Engineer placements fall under the Trainee category if you're within five years of graduation or relevant professional experience, or the Research Scholar category if your role is based at a university or research institute. Trainee is the most common path for engineers at private-sector manufacturers, consumer electronics firms, and industrial design companies. Your designated sponsor confirms the correct category before issuing your DS-2019.
Who actually sponsors a J-1 visa for an engineering role?
The J-1 visa sponsor is a U.S. Department of State-designated organization, not your hiring employer. Organizations such as Cultural Vistas, AIPT, and IIE issue the DS-2019 form, administer your training plan, and monitor regulatory compliance throughout your program. The engineering company where you work is the host employer, which is a separate role from the designated sponsor.
How do I find Product Development Engineer roles open to J-1 exchange visitors?
Search on Migrate Mate, which surfaces U.S. engineering roles at companies already aligned with J-1 sponsorship. Because host employers must coordinate with a designated sponsor and prepare a training plan, roles actively listed for J-1 exchange visitors have already cleared internal approval hurdles that can stall less prepared employers.
Does the 2-year home residency requirement affect Product Development Engineers?
It can. Engineers whose J-1 program is funded by their home government or whose occupation appears on their home country's skills shortage list are subject to the two-year home residency requirement under INA Section 212(e). This requirement means you must return home for two years before changing to most immigrant or non-immigrant visa categories. Check with your designated sponsor early to determine whether it applies to your specific situation.
What does the training plan need to include for an engineering placement?
Your designated sponsor requires a written training plan that specifies learning objectives, phase-by-phase activities, supervision arrangements, and evaluation methods. For Product Development Engineer roles, this typically covers design research, prototyping cycles, testing protocols, and cross-functional collaboration. The plan must reflect genuine skills transfer rather than routine production work, and your host employer's engineering manager usually co-signs it before the DS-2019 is issued.