Lead Refrigeration Engineer - Store Design

Job Overview

The pay range is $95,000.00 - $. Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and may include education, work experience and certifications.

Target offers comprehensive health benefits and programs for team members and their dependents, including medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more. Other benefits include a 401(k), employee discount, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation. Additional information can be found at

As a Lead Refrigeration Engineer within the Engineering team in Store Design, you will serve as an enterprise technical expert responsible for the strategy, design, development, commissioning, and continuous evolution of refrigeration systems across Target’s Retail Stores. You will establish enterprise refrigeration design standards while providing technical leadership for refrigeration equipment, controls integration, refrigerant strategies, energy optimization, and lifecycle performance. Working with internal partners and external engineering consultants, you will ensure refrigeration systems support Target’s operational, food safety, environmental, and sustainability objectives.

• Develop and implement refrigeration system strategies, designs, and specifications across Target’s retail portfolio.
• Lead and coordinate the commissioning and continuous improvement of refrigeration systems.
• Evaluate emerging refrigeration technologies and influence enterprise design strategies.
• Mentor and guide engineers and cross‑functional partners on best practices and technical solutions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and sustainability goals.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to integrate refrigeration solutions with building systems.
• Participate in field coordination, issue resolution, and construction activities related to installation and commissioning.

• Four‑year degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related ABET‑accredited engineering discipline.
• At least 7 years of experience with a consulting engineering firm, refrigeration contractor, retailer, or manufacturer specializing in commercial refrigeration systems.
• Expert knowledge of refrigeration system design, operation, commissioning, and lifecycle performance.
• Experience developing refrigeration standards, specifications, and engineering design criteria.
• Knowledge of refrigeration controls, system optimization, refrigerant management, energy‑efficiency strategies, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong understanding of commercial building design, construction processes, and multidisciplinary engineering coordination.
• Proficiency with CAD and Building Information Modeling (BIM) software, including Autodesk Revit.
• Ability to negotiate effectively and build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and decision‑making skills to synthesize complex technical and business information.
• Demonstrated passion for emerging technologies and continuous learning.
• Leadership experience in multidisciplinary teams and ability to influence engineering decisions across multiple business functions.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 25% of the time.

This position is a Hybrid/Flex for Your Day role, requiring a combination of onsite work at Target HQ in MN and virtual work depending on daily responsibilities.

Target is an equal opportunity employer. In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact candidate.acc