Mechanical Design Engineer

Mechanical Design Engineer – Industrial Refrigeration

Are you a Mechanical Design Engineer with a passion for complex refrigeration systems and large‑scale industrial projects? This is an opportunity to join a forward‑thinking engineering team working across industrial, commercial, and recreational refrigeration , delivering innovative solutions for environments “below zero”.

We’re looking for an experienced engineer who can take full ownership of design activities — from concept through to IFC — while driving technical excellence, regulatory compliance, and BIM‑led project delivery.

What You’ll Be Doing

You’ll play a key role in the full design lifecycle, including:

• Leading mechanical and refrigeration design for:
• Industrial refrigeration (cold storage, food processing, bottling, distribution, oil & gas cooling/compression)
• Recreational refrigeration (snow parks, ice rinks, ice walls)
• Commercial refrigeration racks (reach‑ins, freezers, display cabinets)
• HVAC ventilation systems (“Understand the contract and scope of project deliverables…”)
• Producing and verifying system specifications, block flow diagrams, layouts, P&IDs, and design review packages.
• Performing detailed engineering calculations including heat load, HVAC, thermal analysis, pipe stress, vibration, seismic, and equipment support design. (“Perform all design and calculation included in project scope of work…”)
• Managing BIM workflows in line with ISO 19650, BS 1192, PAS 1192‑5 and coordinating LOD/LOd requirements.
• Conducting clash detection, materials handling planning, BOQ/BOM development, and value engineering for IFC submissions.
• Selecting and approving equipment, coordinating with internal teams, and incorporating design review comments.
• Preparing O&M manuals and supporting sustainability, ERP, and lifecycle documentation.
• Providing guidance, checking work from other designers, and supporting the development of design standards.

What You’ll Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 5+ years’ experience in mechanical or refrigeration design.
• Strong capability with Revit MEP, Navisworks, AutoCAD, BIM 360, and Microsoft Office .
• Deep understanding of refrigeration design, heat transfer, and equipment function.
• Ability to read and interpret mechanical plans with precision.
• Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• A commitment to integrity, safety, and high‑quality engineering delivery.

Why This Role Matters

You’ll be central to delivering high‑performance refrigeration systems that support critical industries — from food processing to large‑scale cooling infrastructure. Your expertise will shape project outcomes, influence design standards, and support the technical strategy of the wider engineering team.