Refrigeration Designer (On-Site)

Job ID: PI2866893

About the Role

Evaluate entire commercial (supermarket) refrigeration systems—primarily parallel compression “racks”—for condition, capacity, and efficiency in response to proposed remodel-related changes. Conduct comprehensive surveys of existing systems to collect system architecture, model numbers, and condition details. Perform refrigeration load calculations, arrange loads on appropriate compressor suction groups, and calculate compressor and condenser capacity to select new equipment when needed. Size all related piping, pressure regulating valves, and other components. Understand and specify alternate system types such as condensing units, distributed systems, secondary pumped systems, and emerging technologies like CO₂ Transcritical systems.

Responsibilities

• Generate refrigeration designs compliant with all applicable local, state, and owner-specific codes, specifications, and design guidelines.
• Proactively coordinate between trades for design integration and collaboration.
• Review, correct, and take ownership of work performed by draftsmen or other support staff to ensure effective and efficient project execution.
• Demonstrate excellent knowledge of discipline-specific and building codes.
• Meet with project teams to discuss schedules, budgets, phasing, site issues, and design review concerns.
• Review preliminary and final designs with other disciplines to ensure function, clearances, and coordination.
• Maintain client contact and provide leadership to educate clients.
• Perform quality assurance on projects in coordination with the technical manager or project engineer.
• Uphold high standards of professional integrity while prioritizing the interests of both the company and the client.
• Manage fast-paced deadlines and perform additional duties as required.

Requirements

• A Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering with a minimum of 3 years of experience in refrigeration design, or an associate degree with a minimum of 5 years of applicable refrigeration design experience.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and REVIT.
• Strong research and report-writing skills.
• Excellent written and oral communication abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools.
• Strong time management, critical thinking, and active listening skills.
• Confident judgment and decision-making capabilities.

Physical Demands

• Ability to sit and/or stand for long periods of time.
• Capable of handling stressful situations, multitasking, and working under time constraints.
• May require overtime (40+ hours) and long hours as needed.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Work Environment

• Primarily works in a normal office environment but may occasionally work outside of the office.
• Must be able to manage stressful situations, multitask, and meet production schedules and budgets.