Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Index Search is recruiting a Senior Refrigeration Engineer to design and support industrial refrigeration systems using ammonia, CO₂, and Freon applications. The role involves engineering calculations, system and equipment design, technical documentation, collaboration with project and field teams, and support for installation, commissioning, inspections, and compliance activities.
Responsibilities
- Design industrial refrigeration systems and key components (compressors, vessels, evaporators, condensers, piping, and valves)
- Perform engineering calculations related to load, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow
- Develop and review P&IDs, system layouts, and technical documentation
- Select and specify equipment based on performance and project requirements
- Partner with project managers, CAD teams, vendors, and field staff to execute projects successfully
- Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts
- Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure quality, safety, and compliance
- Maintain documentation for PSM and RMP requirements
Skills
- Design industrial refrigeration systems and key components (compressors, vessels, evaporators, condensers, piping, and valves)
- Perform engineering calculations related to load, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid flow
- Develop and review P&IDs, system layouts, and technical documentation
- Select and specify equipment based on performance and project requirements
- Partner with project managers, CAD teams, vendors, and field staff to execute projects successfully
- Support installation, commissioning, and troubleshooting efforts
- Conduct site visits and inspections to ensure quality, safety, and compliance
- Maintain documentation for PSM and RMP requirements
- Strong foundation in thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, and heat transfer
- Knowledge of refrigeration systems and mechanical components
- Familiarity with engineering codes, standards, and safety regulations
- Solid problem-solving, organization, and communication skills
- Mix of office and field-based work
- Ability to climb ladders and lift up to 25 lbs as needed
- 30% travel to customer sites
- 4+ years of mechanical engineering experience (refrigeration, HVAC, or process systems preferred)
- AutoCAD or similar CAD software (preferred)
- Experience with engineering or refrigeration modeling tools is a plus
Benefits
- Mix of office and field-based work
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