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Clean Energy & Sustainability Leader

Trane Technologies
Davidson, NC Full Time
POSTED ON 7/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 8/22/2026
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

Monday to Thursday, work onsite with your colleagues. Fridays, choose your work location, balancing what your work requires.

What's In It For You

Trane Technologies is seeking a motivated Clean Energy and Sustainability Leader to support Trane Technologies’ Corporate Center for Energy Efficiency & Sustainability (CEES) team. This role will help advance our enterprise energy and sustainability objectives by supporting clean energy strategy development, providing sustainable data center customer support, coordinating sustainability initiatives across our operations, and monitoring relevant market and policy trends.

This position is ideal for someone with strong technical aptitude, experience in energy or sustainability projects, sustainable data center design and a desire to influence operational outcomes across a global organization. To learn more, check out our latest Sustainability Report.

What You Will Do

  • Support the evolution and implementation of Trane Technologies’ clean energy and operational sustainability strategies.
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to plan and execute energy and sustainability projects across manufacturing facilities, offices, and operational sites.
  • Evaluate potential sustainability initiatives—such as renewable energy opportunities, efficiency improvements, and emissions‑reduction measures—and support implementation with facilities and operations teams.
  • Track clean energy market trends, policy developments, and emerging technologies to inform strategic decision-making and risk/opportunity assessments.
  • Support internal guidance on energy policy topics and, where appropriate, engagement with industry groups and external stakeholders. Prepare presentations, analysis, and communication materials for leadership and cross-functional partners.
  • Assess and interpret the evolving relationship between the electric grid and building energy use, including electrification impacts, grid-interactive building opportunities, demand flexibility, and the role of distributed energy resources.
  • Identify ways operational sites can respond to changing grid conditions, market signals, and decarbonization pathways to optimize sustainability and cost outcomes.

What You Will Bring

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Science, or a related technical field (or equivalent experience).
  • 4–7 years of experience in energy management, sustainability, facility operations, or related roles.
  • Experience with Renewable energy technologies, Energy systems and efficiency concepts including sustainable data center design along with Utility markets, energy procurement fundamentals, or corporate sustainability practices is desired.
  • Experience coordinating or contributing to energy or sustainability projects, with strong analytical skills and the ability to translate technical information into clear, actionable insights.
  • Effective communication skills for technical and non‑technical audiences with the ability to collaborate across functions and influence outcomes without direct authority.
  • Experience supporting clean energy procurement, renewable project evaluation, or interactions with utilities, familiarity with PPAs, energy attribute tracking, or project financing concepts.
  • Experience with building-to-grid technologies, distributed energy resources, microgrids, demand response, or load flexibility programs.
  • Exposure to data center operations or energy‑intensive facility environments including seals and certifications for sustainable design.
  • Knowledge of emerging technologies such as onsite storage, microgrids, hydrogen, or advanced clean energy systems along with active participation in industry groups or sustainability networks is desired.

Annual Base Salary Range Or Hourly Base Pay Range

$123,721.66 - $173,004.99

Compensation Type

Salary

Incentive Eligible

Yes

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.

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 includes 15 vacation days, 9 paid holidays, 3 floating holidays, sick leave, and additional options to support volunteer and parental leave.
  • Educational and training opportunities through company programs along with tuition assistance and student debt support.

Disclaimer: Benefit offerings may vary depending on Collective Bargaining Agreements and local/state regulations.

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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