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Refrigeration Design Engineer

Job Posted: 5 hours ago

Salary: £ 50,000 - 70,000 / Annum
Job Type: Permanent
Location: Leicester, Leicestershire

Expire in: a month

Job Description

Job Title: Refrigeration Design Engineer

Location: Leicester / Hybrid 

Role Purpose

The Refrigeration Design Engineer is responsible for producing high-quality technical designs for commercial and industrial refrigeration systems. The role supports concept development, detailed engineering, equipment selection, and technical documentation to ensure systems meet performance, safety, and regulatory requirement.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

Develop refrigeration system designs, including DX, CO₂, ammonia, glycol/secondary systems, chillers, and heat pumps.
Perform refrigeration load calculations, energy modelling, and system performance analysis.
Produce engineering drawings: P&IDs, schematics, layout plans, equipment schedules.
Prepare technical documentation for tenders, construction, and commissioning phases.
Select and size components (compressors, heat exchangers, valves, pipework, controls).Technical Compliance

Ensure designs comply with relevant standards (EN378, F-Gas, PED, ASHRAE, building regulations).
Carry out risk assessments and support HAZOP reviews where required.
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of refrigerants, low-GWP technologies, and regulatory changes.Project Support

Work with project managers, installation teams, and clients to define technical requirements.
Provide design support throughout installation, commissioning, and handover.
Liaise with suppliers for equipment specifications, pricing, and technical queries.Required Skills & Experience

Technical Qualifications

Degree or HNC/HND in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration Engineering, Building Services, or related field.
Strong understanding of thermodynamics and refrigeration cycles.Professional Experience

2-5+ years of experience in refrigeration, HVAC, mechanical engineering, or a similar role.
Experience designing CO₂, ammonia, or commercial refrigeration systems (desirable for senior roles).
Proficiency with AutoCAD; experience with Revit/BIM, SolidWorks, or refrigeration modelling tools (advantage).Salary & Benefits

To be tailored - may include:

Up to £70,000
25 days holiday plus bank holidays
Car/ Car Allowance
Training and professional development
Pension, healthcare
Hybrid/remote flexibilityRefrigeration Design Engineer - Leciester 

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