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Product Design Lead roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's engineer and scientific technician categories when the position requires applying design principles at a systems level. Canadian citizens can secure TN status at the port of entry. Mexican citizens need consular processing. Both paths skip the H-1B lottery entirely.
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Participez à notre mission ! En tant que leader mondial dans la création de solutions climatiques confortables, durables et efficaces pour les bâtiments, les habitations et les transports, il est de notre responsabilité de placer la planète au premier plan. Pour nous, chez Trane Technologies, et à travers nos activités, y compris Trane® et Thermo King, la durabilité n’est pas simplement une façon de faire des affaires—c’est au cœur de notre activité. Osez-vous regarder les défis mondiaux et y voir des opportunités porteuses d’impact ? Souhaitez-vous contribuer à bâtir un avenir meilleur ? Si la réponse est oui, nous vous invitons à envisager de nous rejoindre pour repousser les limites du possible en faveur d’un monde durable.
Découvrez nos avantages conçus pour vous permettre de vous épanouir au travail comme à la maison.
Nous avançons avec audace.
Où se trouve le travail :
Du lundi au jeudi, travaillez sur site avec vos collègues. Le vendredi, choisissez votre lieu de travail, en tenant compte des exigences de votre activité.
ROLE ET RESPONSABILITÉS
Trane Technologies is seeking an experienced Lead Product Design Engineer to join our Trane Commercial Systems organization as a key member of the product development team which works closely with other Engineering teams, such as the Test Lab, Manufacturing and Product Management to create competitive designs for Trane Commercial Water-to-Water HVAC product lines, encompassing both heating and cooling functionalities. The selected individual must have the technical expertise to support and lead product design projects, product validation testing, drive to root cause for quality & reliability issues, interpret technical agency standards and conduct projects in accordance with standard engineering and stage gate product development process practices.
What you will do:
- Lead the development of HVAC refrigeration systems to meet performance, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.
- Lead the evaluation of the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements, and drive the design and selection of robust, cost-effective components while developing clear engineering specifications.
- Establish the technical strategy for compliance and serve as subject matter expert on regulatory codes, including ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, UL, CRN, and Seismic certifications (IBC/OSHPD). Understand and apply applicable regulatory codes and standards, such as UL, CRN, Seismic (IBC/OSHPD), and ASME requirements.
- Create, review and maintain the engineering documentation package, including technical reports, lab test results, drawings, and specifications, to ensure it reflects the design intent and that all required documents are completed on time to the satisfaction of internal customers.
- Lead component- and system-level Design Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEA) and execute resulting risk mitigation plans to ensure all technical knowledge gaps, structural/thermal risks, and laboratory failures (FRACAS/8D) are fully closed to prevent quality escapes.
- Meet the needs of internal and external customers, through documenting, understanding and prioritizing customer requirements.
- Serve as the primary engineering subject matter expert to solve advanced design challenges, evaluate the appropriateness of products for various applications, and provide critical technical guidance to global technology centers.
- Lead and coordinate engineering work packages across cross-functional teams to guarantee that system performance, long-term reliability, product cost, and development schedule milestones are successfully met.
- Influence and provide deep technical support and analysis into component- and system-level reference design strategy and execution, working in close cooperation with functional engineering and project teams.
- Evaluate complex, special, and advanced engineering problems by working independently as an expert with minimal supervision. Serve as subject matter expert on capabilities to improve existing systems and processes.
- Collaborate with and influence engineering and project teams to achieve common objectives.
- Provide technical support and guidance to laboratory technicians, manufacturing engineering, suppliers, technical service, and operations.
- Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, encouraging professional development, and fostering sound engineering judgment.
- Overnight travel (less than 5%).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 8+ years of engineering or product design experience is required. Master’s Degree in Engineering is a plus.
- A Professional Engineering license may be beneficial but is not essential.
- Able to function as a core team member on cross-functional product engineering teams and deliver on select design elements for projects.
- Detailed understanding of HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC products, components, and systems with a strength in chilled and hot water heating systems.
- Strong technical skills with a natural technical curiosity and an enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills.
- Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to understand and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions quickly and efficiently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills – ability to communicate up, down, and across the organization.
- Ability to deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
- Self-motivated and disciplined. Able to collaborate with and influence others.
- Background in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is preferred.
- Experience with UL, CRN, Seismic (IBC/OSHPD), and ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) is preferred.
- Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) knowledge is preferred.
- Experience with FEA, structural analysis, and related engineering evaluation methods is preferred.
- Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools and theory to HVAC system design is preferred.
COMPENSATION
- Fourchette de salaire de base annuel ou fourchette de rémunération horaire de base : $123,721.66 - $173,004.99
- Type de rémunération : Salaire
- Admissible à l’incitation : Yes
- Éligible à la commission sur les ventes : No
Avertissement Nous nous efforçons d’offrir une rémunération compétitive pour ce poste, adaptée à divers facteurs. La rémunération effective dépendra notamment de l’ancienneté, du mérite, de la localisation géographique, du niveau d’études, de l’expérience, des exigences en matière de déplacements et de l’appartenance syndicale. Notre fourchette de rémunération est généralement basée sur la moyenne nationale du pays. Par ailleurs, les avantages peuvent varier en fonction de la région, de l’organisation de l’entreprise, de l’implication syndicale et du statut de l’employé.
Épanouissez-vous au travail comme à la maison :
- Les avantages sociaux sont accessibles DÈS LE PREMIER JOUR pour vous et votre famille, notamment l’assurance santé et des programmes de bien-être global offrant de généreuses mesures incitatives – NOUS OSONS PRENDRE SOIN DE VOUS !
- Les avantages liés à la fondation d’une famille comprennent la prise en charge des traitements de fertilité ainsi qu’une aide à l’adoption et à la gestation pour autrui.
- Les congés payés comprennent jusqu’à 15 jours de congés, des jours fériés payés, des congés maladie et d’autres options pour soutenir le bénévolat et les congés parentaux.
- Abondement au 401K, possibilités de formation et de développement grâce aux programmes de l’entreprise, ainsi qu’une aide aux frais de scolarité et au remboursement de la dette étudiante.
Avis : Les avantages proposés peuvent varier selon le site, les conventions collectives et les réglementations locales/de l’État.
Poste à sensibilité en matière de sécurité
No
L’entreprise désigne certains postes comme étant sensibles à la sécurité. Les postes sensibles à la sécurité peuvent nécessiter la réussite de contrôles supplémentaires de dépistage de drogues. Ce poste est considéré comme sensible à la sécurité :
Nous offrons une rémunération compétitive ainsi que des avantages et des programmes complets. Nous sommes un employeur garantissant l’égalité des chances ; tous les candidats qualifiés seront considérés pour un emploi sans distinction de race, de couleur, de religion, de sexe, d’orientation sexuelle, d’identité de genre, d’origine nationale, de grossesse, d’âge, de statut marital, de handicap, de statut de vétéran protégé ou de tout autre statut protégé par la loi.
INTRODUCTION
Participez à notre mission ! En tant que leader mondial dans la création de solutions climatiques confortables, durables et efficaces pour les bâtiments, les habitations et les transports, il est de notre responsabilité de placer la planète au premier plan. Pour nous, chez Trane Technologies, et à travers nos activités, y compris Trane® et Thermo King, la durabilité n’est pas simplement une façon de faire des affaires—c’est au cœur de notre activité. Osez-vous regarder les défis mondiaux et y voir des opportunités porteuses d’impact ? Souhaitez-vous contribuer à bâtir un avenir meilleur ? Si la réponse est oui, nous vous invitons à envisager de nous rejoindre pour repousser les limites du possible en faveur d’un monde durable.
Découvrez nos avantages conçus pour vous permettre de vous épanouir au travail comme à la maison.
Nous avançons avec audace.
Où se trouve le travail :
Du lundi au jeudi, travaillez sur site avec vos collègues. Le vendredi, choisissez votre lieu de travail, en tenant compte des exigences de votre activité.
ROLE ET RESPONSABILITÉS
Trane Technologies is seeking an experienced Lead Product Design Engineer to join our Trane Commercial Systems organization as a key member of the product development team which works closely with other Engineering teams, such as the Test Lab, Manufacturing and Product Management to create competitive designs for Trane Commercial Water-to-Water HVAC product lines, encompassing both heating and cooling functionalities. The selected individual must have the technical expertise to support and lead product design projects, product validation testing, drive to root cause for quality & reliability issues, interpret technical agency standards and conduct projects in accordance with standard engineering and stage gate product development process practices.
What you will do:
- Lead the development of HVAC refrigeration systems to meet performance, regulatory, quality, and cost requirements.
- Lead the evaluation of the technical feasibility of product and internal requirements, and drive the design and selection of robust, cost-effective components while developing clear engineering specifications.
- Establish the technical strategy for compliance and serve as subject matter expert on regulatory codes, including ASME Boiler and Pressure Vessel Code, UL, CRN, and Seismic certifications (IBC/OSHPD). Understand and apply applicable regulatory codes and standards, such as UL, CRN, Seismic (IBC/OSHPD), and ASME requirements.
- Create, review and maintain the engineering documentation package, including technical reports, lab test results, drawings, and specifications, to ensure it reflects the design intent and that all required documents are completed on time to the satisfaction of internal customers.
- Lead component- and system-level Design Failure Mode and Effects Analyses (DFMEA) and execute resulting risk mitigation plans to ensure all technical knowledge gaps, structural/thermal risks, and laboratory failures (FRACAS/8D) are fully closed to prevent quality escapes.
- Meet the needs of internal and external customers, through documenting, understanding and prioritizing customer requirements.
- Serve as the primary engineering subject matter expert to solve advanced design challenges, evaluate the appropriateness of products for various applications, and provide critical technical guidance to global technology centers.
- Lead and coordinate engineering work packages across cross-functional teams to guarantee that system performance, long-term reliability, product cost, and development schedule milestones are successfully met.
- Influence and provide deep technical support and analysis into component- and system-level reference design strategy and execution, working in close cooperation with functional engineering and project teams.
- Evaluate complex, special, and advanced engineering problems by working independently as an expert with minimal supervision. Serve as subject matter expert on capabilities to improve existing systems and processes.
- Collaborate with and influence engineering and project teams to achieve common objectives.
- Provide technical support and guidance to laboratory technicians, manufacturing engineering, suppliers, technical service, and operations.
- Mentor junior engineers by providing technical guidance, encouraging professional development, and fostering sound engineering judgment.
- Overnight travel (less than 5%).
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering and at least 8+ years of engineering or product design experience is required. Master’s Degree in Engineering is a plus.
- A Professional Engineering license may be beneficial but is not essential.
- Able to function as a core team member on cross-functional product engineering teams and deliver on select design elements for projects.
- Detailed understanding of HVAC system functions including refrigeration, heat transfer, airflow, and ventilation.
- Strong knowledge of HVAC products, components, and systems with a strength in chilled and hot water heating systems.
- Strong technical skills with a natural technical curiosity and an enthusiasm to learn and develop new skills.
- Excellent technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to understand and organize information necessary to make engineering decisions quickly and efficiently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills – ability to communicate up, down, and across the organization.
- Ability to deliver and lead technical designs to meet project and product requirements.
- Self-motivated and disciplined. Able to collaborate with and influence others.
- Background in Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) is preferred.
- Experience with UL, CRN, Seismic (IBC/OSHPD), and ASME Boiler & Pressure Vessel Code (BPVC) is preferred.
- Experience with Computer Aided Design (CAD) knowledge is preferred.
- Experience with FEA, structural analysis, and related engineering evaluation methods is preferred.
- Good understanding of the application of computer simulation tools and theory to HVAC system design is preferred.
COMPENSATION
- Fourchette de salaire de base annuel ou fourchette de rémunération horaire de base : $123,721.66 - $173,004.99
- Type de rémunération : Salaire
- Admissible à l’incitation : Yes
- Éligible à la commission sur les ventes : No
Avertissement Nous nous efforçons d’offrir une rémunération compétitive pour ce poste, adaptée à divers facteurs. La rémunération effective dépendra notamment de l’ancienneté, du mérite, de la localisation géographique, du niveau d’études, de l’expérience, des exigences en matière de déplacements et de l’appartenance syndicale. Notre fourchette de rémunération est généralement basée sur la moyenne nationale du pays. Par ailleurs, les avantages peuvent varier en fonction de la région, de l’organisation de l’entreprise, de l’implication syndicale et du statut de l’employé.
Épanouissez-vous au travail comme à la maison :
- Les avantages sociaux sont accessibles DÈS LE PREMIER JOUR pour vous et votre famille, notamment l’assurance santé et des programmes de bien-être global offrant de généreuses mesures incitatives – NOUS OSONS PRENDRE SOIN DE VOUS !
- Les avantages liés à la fondation d’une famille comprennent la prise en charge des traitements de fertilité ainsi qu’une aide à l’adoption et à la gestation pour autrui.
- Les congés payés comprennent jusqu’à 15 jours de congés, des jours fériés payés, des congés maladie et d’autres options pour soutenir le bénévolat et les congés parentaux.
- Abondement au 401K, possibilités de formation et de développement grâce aux programmes de l’entreprise, ainsi qu’une aide aux frais de scolarité et au remboursement de la dette étudiante.
Avis : Les avantages proposés peuvent varier selon le site, les conventions collectives et les réglementations locales/de l’État.
Poste à sensibilité en matière de sécurité
No
L’entreprise désigne certains postes comme étant sensibles à la sécurité. Les postes sensibles à la sécurité peuvent nécessiter la réussite de contrôles supplémentaires de dépistage de drogues. Ce poste est considéré comme sensible à la sécurité :
Nous offrons une rémunération compétitive ainsi que des avantages et des programmes complets. Nous sommes un employeur garantissant l’égalité des chances ; tous les candidats qualifiés seront considérés pour un emploi sans distinction de race, de couleur, de religion, de sexe, d’orientation sexuelle, d’identité de genre, d’origine nationale, de grossesse, d’âge, de statut marital, de handicap, de statut de vétéran protégé ou de tout autre statut protégé par la loi.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship in Product Design Lead
Frame your portfolio around specialty occupation proof
TN visa officers evaluate whether your role requires a bachelor's degree in a specific discipline. Structure your portfolio to show systems-level design decisions, not just visual output, so it supports the specialty occupation argument your employer will make.
Target employers with dedicated design leadership pipelines
Companies that separate IC and lead tracks in job postings are already thinking about design at an organizational level. That structure makes it easier to draft an offer letter that frames your role as requiring specialized knowledge rather than general creative work.
Get your offer letter to specify your degree field explicitly
CBP officers look for alignment between your degree and your job duties. Push your employer to name the specific discipline in the offer letter, such as industrial design or human-computer interaction, not just 'design experience required.'
Use Migrate Mate to find employers already set up to sponsor
Searching broadly wastes time on companies unfamiliar with visa sponsorship. Migrate Mate filters Product Design Lead roles by employer visa filing history, so you're applying to organizations experienced with work visa processes and equipped to prepare the support letter you'll need for your TN application at the port of entry or consulate.
Clarify TN scope with your employer before accepting an offer
Some employers assume TN works identically to H-1B in terms of paperwork and timelines. Walk your hiring manager through the distinction: Canadians get same-day approval at the border, while Mexican citizens need a consular appointment, which affects your actual start date.
Prepare for scope creep questions during renewal
TN status is tied to the duties in your original offer letter. If your role expanded into product strategy or team management since your last filing, work with your employer to update the job description before renewal to avoid a mismatch that triggers a CBP inquiry.
Product Design Lead TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Product Design Lead role qualify for the TN visa?
It can, but the classification depends on how the role is framed. TN engineers and scientific technicians must hold a relevant bachelor's degree and perform work requiring that specific education. A Product Design Lead focused on systems-level UX architecture or human factors engineering generally qualifies. A role defined primarily around creative direction without a technical degree requirement is harder to support under TN.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Product Design Lead positions?
TN has no annual cap and no lottery for Canadian citizens, so you can start the process as soon as you have an offer. H-1B requires a lottery selection that happens once per year, and most applicants wait over a year before they can start. Mexican citizens face a TN cap, but it rarely fills, making TN still faster and more predictable than H-1B for most Product Design Lead candidates.
What documentation does my employer need to provide for my TN application?
Your employer needs to provide a detailed offer letter that names your job title, describes your specific duties, states that the position requires a bachelor's degree in a relevant field such as industrial design or human-computer interaction, confirms your employment start date, and specifies whether the role is full-time or part-time. A vague letter citing general design experience without a degree requirement is one of the most common reasons TN applications are questioned at the border.
Where can I find Product Design Lead jobs that already offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for this search. It surfaces Product Design Lead roles from employers with TN sponsorship experience, so you're not cold-applying to companies that have never processed a TN and don't know what the offer letter needs to say. That saves weeks of back-and-forth during negotiations.
Can I switch employers while on TN status as a Product Design Lead?
Yes, but your TN authorization is employer-specific. You can't start working for a new employer under your existing TN. Your new employer needs to support a fresh TN filing, which for Canadians means a new border crossing or a USCIS change of status application. Start the process before your last day at your current employer so there's no gap in your authorization.