Refrigeration Design Engineer (Hybrid)

We are seeking a skilled Refrigeration Design Engineer to join our growing team. In this hybrid role, you will be responsible for the design and proposal of light industrial and commercial refrigeration systems, ensuring design solutions meet customer requirements, legislative standards, and company best practices. You will work from initial concept through to final design packages, supporting project handovers and providing technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Design & Engineering

Create detailed refrigeration system designs from an initial brief and/or drawings.

Produce precise design documentation including:

Cold room heat load calculations

Cabinet heat load calculations

Engineering data sheets

Pipework sizing and isometric drawings

Equipment selections and associated design calculations

Ensure all designs comply with the latest industry standards, internal procedures, and legislative requirements.

Technical & Project Support

Prepare design information for project handovers including:

Equipment/supplier/sub-contractor procurement schedules

Identification of PED category and notification to compliance team if CAT 4

Calculation of system refrigerant charge

High-level program of works and phasing (if required)

Work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure technical accuracy and project success.

Customer Interaction

Present and communicate design solutions clearly to customers, including costings, technical details, compliance considerations, and justification of selections.

General

Support ongoing and new projects from concept through to successful completion.

Attend Leicester office as required and undertake site visits/surveys.

Perform day-to-day tasks as requested by your line manager.

Required Skills & Experience

Proven experience in refrigeration system design within industrial or commercial environments.

Essential: Strong knowledge of CO₂ refrigeration systems.

Desirable: Experience with glycol/chiller systems.

Proficient in performing refrigeration heat load calculations and producing engineering design documentation.

Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.

Strong communication skills-both written and verbal.

Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.

RG Setsquare is acting as an Employment Agency in relation to this vacancy