Refrigeration Engineer

Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer

At Pilgrim's, Safety Is A Condition, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.

The Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer is responsible for performing the following duties within his/her area of responsibility:

• Working with all Pilgrims sites to promote Safe Processes, Projects, Products and People through use of OSHA safe work practices
• Development and Implementation of CAPEX Ammonia Refrigeration projects for all Pilgrims sites. Including but not limited to Budgeting, Scope Development, Drawings, management of contractors for the execution / construction of the system, and project close-out per Pilgrims CAPEX program
• Refrigeration System Design including but not limited to: equipment selection, piping diagrams, system controls, pipe sizing, and all applicable codes and standards
• Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations for the safe and effective operation of ammonia refrigeration systems and equipment
• Ability to complete required system calculations including: room & process heat loads, mass & energy balance for the system, air balance, and psychrometrics
• Understand the OSHA PSM codes and Standards and ensure safe design and implementation / construction of Ammonia Refrigeration systems and equipment
• Understand and utilize the IIAR/ANSI/ASHRAE codes and standards as they apply to the construction and operation of the ammonia refrigeration system
• Participate in the Management of Change procedures and standards for all changes made to the ammonia refrigeration systems
• Participate in Process Hazards Analysis (PHAs) for Pilgrims' sites as required
• Participate and help lead / drive the completion / resolution of all PSM / RMP recommendations and other related issues as required
• Participate in Incident Investigations using Root Cause Analysis for reported Ammonia leaks as required
• Help sites within the company continually improve their PSM / RMP programs
• Maintain knowledge on all new refrigeration codes and standards
• Tracking and updating all Process Safety Information any time there is a change to the systems
• Travel to Pilgrim's sites as required to ensure proper operation, safety, and compliance
• Travel to Pilgrim's sites as required for the safe implementation / construction of ammonia refrigeration systems
• Other related duties as required

Basic Qualifications:

• Experience in the design and construction of Ammonia Refrigeration systems
• Competent with the use AutoCAD
• English/Spanish bi-lingual a plus
• Basic knowledge of the operations of Ammonia Refrigeration / Thermodynamic systems
• Ability to complete engineering calculations for ammonia inventory, relief valve design, load and energy balances, ventilation requirements and releases
• Experience with six sigma, total predictive maintenance (TPM), Operational Excellence (OE) or other continuous improvement methodologies preferred
• Experience using APSM or similar PSM compliance software
• Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrument Diagrams (P&IDs) and Block Flow diagrams
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals professionally
• Ability to present information and communicate effectively to all levels of management
• Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
• Detailed oriented and self-motivated
• Proven project management and change management skills
• Ability to apply and interpret regulatory standards and consensus standards to situations not specifically addressed by the standards
• Demonstrated ability to respond to crises in an effective and timely manner
• Must be willing to travel.
• Must be willing to relocate to a Pilgrim's facility or live within the vicinity of a Pilgrim's facility.

Educational Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field preferred

Why Work for Pilgrim's?

• Benefits:
  Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
• Paid Time Off: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
• 401(k): company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
• Base Salary range of $ +/- based on experience
• Incentive Pay:
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