Senior Refrigeration Engineer M​/F

Safran is an international high-technology group operating in the fields of aerospace (propulsion, equipment and interiors), space and defense. Its mission is to contribute sustainably to a safer world, where air transport becomes ever more environmentally friendly, comfortable and accessible. Present on every continent, the Group employs 110,000 people and generated €31.3 billion in revenue in 2025. Safran holds, either independently or through partnerships, leading global or European positions in its markets.

Safran was ranked second in the Aerospace & Defense sector in TIME magazine's ''World's Best Companies 2025'' ranking. Safran Electronics & Defense is an international company with more than 19,000 employees who bring together expertise and team spirit to design high-technology solutions for the aerospace, defense and space sectors. By combining human and technological intelligence, the company develops products and services for both civil and military customers, operating on land, at sea, in the air and in space.

Senior Refrigeration Engineer (Chillers & Cooling Systems) Starting salary: £45,164.53 At Safran, excellence is a journey - and we'd love you to be a part of it. As a trusted global leader in aerospace, defence, and space, we are proud to be a company where diversity, innovation, and opportunity come together to shape a sustainable future where we can all succeed together through a shared vision.

Safran Actuation Systems UK is a world class centre for the design, manufacture and support of actuation and flight control solutions used across commercial, military and rotary platforms. With major sites in Wolverhampton and Banbury, our teams play a critical role in delivering innovative, reliable and safe systems that keep aircraft performing at their best. Looking after the people who make Safran great is our priority.

We offer a range of flexible benefits designed to support you-both in and out of work, including:

-Competitive salary
-Company performance bonus scheme
-Pension scheme - up to 10% employer contribution
-Private medical insurance
-Comprehensive health cash plan
-25 days annual leave + bank holidays
-Flexible benefits programme (buy & sell holiday allowance, discounted gym memberships, Maternity/ adoption leave- up to 52 weeks, first 26 weeks at full pay, subsequent 26 at 50% (basic pay) and Paternity/Non-Pregnant Parent/ Co-adopter leave 4 weeks full pay)
-Structured training & opportunities to progress Your Role

This role offers a great opportunity to join a high-performance aerospace environment as a key technical expert in refrigeration and HVAC systems. You will play a critical role in ensuring system reliability, compliance, and continuous improvement across site operations. This is a hands-on and strategic position combining technical expertise, contractor management, and optimisation initiatives. Key responsibilities
-Act as the subject matter expert for all refrigeration and air conditioning systems across the site(s)
-Oversee the operation, maintenance, and performance of refrigeration plant, AC systems, and cooling towers
-Ensure compliance with all relevant legislation and standards (e.g. F-Gas, pressure systems, water hygiene/legionella control)
-Develop & implement planned preventative maintenance (PPM) strategies
-Manage and oversee specialist contractors, ensuring quality, value for money, and adherence to scope
-Review and challenge contractor quotations and scopes of work to control costs
-Lead fault diagnosis and provide technical support for complex system issues
-Support audits and inspections, ensuring all systems meet regulatory and internal standards
-Identify opportunities for system optimisation, energy efficiency, and cost…