Mechanical Engineer - Refrigeration

Job Title: Mechanical Engineer – Commercial Kitchen Ventilation

Location: Ras Al Khaimah

Salary: Up to AED 4,000

Job Code: 200/001/555

Industry: Commercial Kitchen Equipment / HVAC / Ventilation

We are seeking a Mechanical Engineer with experience in commercial kitchen ventilation systems, particularly kitchen ventilation hoods
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The role focuses on the technical development of new and existing commercial kitchen ventilation hood products, including prototyping, testing, supplier qualification, and commissioning of Demand-Controlled Kitchen Ventilation (DCKV) systems
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The Mechanical Engineer will work closely with the R&D Manager, 3D Designer, and cross-functional teams, including Production, Quality, and Projects, to develop reliable, high-quality commercial kitchen ventilation products.

• Commercial kitchen ventilation hoods
• Kitchen extraction and ventilation systems
• Demand-Controlled Kitchen Ventilation (DCKV) systems
• Airflow and extraction systems
• Ventilation controls and sensors

• Develop and improve commercial kitchen ventilation hoods, working with the 3D Designer to translate requirements into manufacturable products.
• Write test plans and protocols for hood performance, including airflow, capture/containment, grease extraction, noise, and other relevant parameters.
• Carry out physical tests in the laboratory and on-site, record and analyse results, and report findings.
• Identify root causes of test failures and drive corrective design actions.
• Identify, evaluate, and vet suppliers for components and materials, including inspection, sample testing, and documentation review.
• Commission demand-controlled ventilation systems on-site, including sensor setup, calibration, and control logic verification.
• Troubleshoot demand-controlled ventilation performance issues in the field.
• Review supplier documentation, including datasheets, manuals, test reports, and certifications.
• Plan and execute structured testing activities efficiently.
• Travel occasionally for site commissioning across the country and the GCC region.
• Work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, when required by project deadlines.

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field.
• 3–5 years of relevant experience in product development, ideally involving HVAC, ventilation, or commercial kitchen equipment.
• Mandatory experience with commercial kitchen ventilation systems, particularly kitchen ventilation hoods.
• Strong understanding of airflow, extraction, and demand-controlled ventilation principles.
• Experience in writing and executing structured test plans.
• Comfortable reviewing supplier documentation, including datasheets, manuals, test reports, and certifications.
• Working knowledge of DW 172, EN 16282, and ASHRAE Standard 154
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• Self-motivated and proactive in planning tests, making decisions, and organising work efficiently.
• Familiarity with 3D CAD (Autodesk Inventor) would be an advantage.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for site commissioning across the country and the GCC region.
• Willingness to work flexible hours, including weekends and evenings, as required by project deadlines.
• Hands‑on, structured, and detail-oriented approach to problem-solving.