Industrial Refrigeration Commissioning Specialist

Johnson Controls; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson Controls is seeking a Refrigeration Commissioning Engineer to support iREF Middle East and Africa projects in Dubai. The role involves testing, commissioning, reviewing PID/SLD drawings, site surveys, and coordinating with suppliers and the internal design team to validate testing strategies.

You will perform system testing, calibration, and documentation, while ensuring safety compliance and energy efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level engineering or equivalent; 5 years in testing and commissioning of industrial refrigeration systems.
• Knowledge of ammonia and CO2 refrigeration concepts and systems.
• Experience with PID, SLD, MCC drawings and documentation.
• Ability to conduct inspections, testing, and commissioning with safety compliance.

Responsibilities

• Review designs and drawings for compliance with project specs and safety.
• Supervise installation of refrigeration equipment to meet design specs.
• Perform pre-commissioning checks and system testing for leaks and performance.
• Calibrate sensors, controls, and instrumentation for accurate operation.
• Provide operator training on safe, efficient system operation.
• Prepare commissioning reports, as-built drawings, and documentation.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement corrective actions with the team.
• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, EPA, and local regulations.
• Analyze performance data and suggest energy-efficiency improvements.
• Maintain thorough commissioning files and documentation.

Skills

Refrigeration systems

PLCs

BMS

ASHRAE/ISO standards

Safety protocols

Project experience

Field experience

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Teamwork & collaboration

Problem solving

Organizational skills

Energy efficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or engineering technology or equivalent through experience

Job description

Johnson Controls is seeking a Refrigeration Commissioning Engineer to support iREF Middle East and Africa projects in Dubai. The role involves testing, commissioning, reviewing PID/SLD drawings, site surveys, and coordinating with suppliers and the internal design team to validate testing strategies.

You will perform system testing, calibration, and documentation, while ensuring safety compliance and energy efficiency.