Manager, Refrigeration Engineering

Description

Join our Refrigeration Engineering team and contribute to innovation that enables customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. As Manager, Refrigeration Engineering (ULT), you will lead the design, development, and sustainment of cascade refrigeration systems supporting Thermo Fisher’s cold storage and ultra-low temperature (ULT) product portfolio. In this hands-on leadership role, you will guide a team of refrigeration engineers and technicians to deliver high-performance, energy-efficient, and compliant cooling solutions. You will partner closely with Product Management, Controls Engineering, Quality, and Regulatory teams to define refrigeration system and control requirements, maintain traceability, and ensure products meet customer, performance, and regulatory expectations throughout the product lifecycle.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering, systems engineering, chemical engineering, physics, or related discipline. Coursework in thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics strongly preferred. Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience: 5+ years of experience leading teams in the design and evaluation of refrigeration or thermal systems. 3+ years of hands-on experience developing vapor-compression systems for cold storage or HVAC/R products, cascade systems preferred. Experience using natural refrigerants and other low GWP refrigerants in system designs. Experience supporting regulated products (e.g., UL 61010, ISO 13485, ISO 14971, FDA, CE, CSA, Energy Star).
• Skills: Expertise in thermal modeling, simulation, and performance optimization. Strong analytical, problem-solving, and root-cause analysis skills. Experience using engineering tools such as EES, thermal modeling software, and Microsoft Office. Ability to translate complex technical concepts into actionable business decisions. Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills. Excellent organizational skills in a fast-paced, multi-project environment. Commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence.