Refrigeration Engineer

Description

Position Summary:

The Refrigeration Engineer serves as the primary technical resource for refrigeration systems across engineering and manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for supporting product design, improving production processes, and ensuring refrigeration systems are assembled, tested, and commissioned to meet quality and performance expectations.

In addition to providing engineering support, the Refrigeration Engineer plays a key role in workforce development by delivering technical training, mentoring HVAC technicians, and promoting best practices throughout the manufacturing environment. Success in this role requires a strong foundation in refrigeration principles, hands‑on troubleshooting experience, and the ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to employees at varying skill levels.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the subject matter expert for refrigeration systems used within custom HVAC equipment.
• Partner with Engineering, Drafting, and Production teams to support the design, assembly, and testing of HVAC products.
• Review engineering documentation, including drawings, piping layouts, wiring schematics, and bills of material to ensure designs are practical and production‑ready.
• Provide technical guidance on refrigeration, electrical, and mechanical system integration.
• Assist in resolving manufacturing challenges by identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions.
• Support product testing, startup activities, and validation of refrigeration system performance.
• Collaborate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to address technical concerns and evaluate component improvements.
• Participate in design reviews and contribute recommendations that improve reliability, manufacturability, and serviceability.
• Identify opportunities to streamline production processes and enhance overall product quality.

• Lead technical training programs for HVAC technicians and production employees.
• Deliver both classroom and hands‑on instruction covering refrigeration theory, system operation, installation practices, and troubleshooting techniques.
• Train employees on brazing, piping installation, electrical wiring, refrigeration component installation, and system commissioning procedures.
• Demonstrate and reinforce industry best practices for pressure testing, nitrogen purging, evacuation procedures, refrigerant charging, and oil management.
• Teach employees how to interpret engineering drawings, refrigeration schematics, and electrical diagrams.
• Assess technician capabilities and provide individualized coaching to support skill growth and career development.
• Support onboarding efforts by helping new employees develop foundational refrigeration knowledge and practical skills.
• Partner with supervisors and production leaders to identify training priorities and close skill gaps within the workforce.
• Develop, maintain, and continuously improve training materials, work instructions, and technical documentation.
• Promote a culture of safety through training on refrigerant handling, equipment operation, and regulatory compliance.

• Serve as a technical escalation point for complex refrigeration and HVAC system issues.
• Support quality initiatives by investigating defects, identifying trends, and implementing preventive measures.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects focused on safety, quality, efficiency, and technician development.
• Help establish and maintain standardized work practices related to refrigeration system assembly and testing.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and professional work environment that supports both production and training activities.
• Contribute to cross‑functional projects and perform additional responsibilities as business needs require.

Success Factors:

• Strong understanding of commercial and industrial refrigeration systems.
• Ability to effectively train, coach, and mentor technicians.
• Hands‑on troubleshooting and diagnostic expertise.
• Strong collaboration and communication skills across engineering and manufacturing teams.
• Commitment to quality, safety,…