Sr. Refrigeration Applications Engineer

ZipRecruiter; Ontario; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established engineering firm is seeking a Senior Refrigeration Applications Engineer to join their Ontario team. The ideal candidate will possess 7-10 years of experience in commercial and industrial refrigeration and have a strong technical background in HVAC systems. This full-time role involves designing refrigeration systems, mentoring engineers, and ensuring project compliance with industry standards. Strong communication and project management skills are essential.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in HVAC and refrigeration system design.
• At least 3 years in industrial refrigeration.
• Skilled in mentorship and leading engineering projects.

Responsibilities

• Design and specify commercial and industrial refrigeration systems.
• Engineer HVAC controls for compliance and efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to define project requirements.

Skills

Thermodynamics

Psychrometrics

Heat Transfer

Excellent Communication

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Job DescriptionJob Description

Summary:

A well-established engineering firm is seeking a Senior Refrigeration Applications Engineer to join their team. This full-time role can be based out near Ontario CA. The ideal candidate will bring 7–10 years of experience in commercial and industrial refrigeration design and HVAC systems. You will lead technical solutions from concept through construction, focusing on energy efficiency, controls integration, and system layout for projects across the U.S.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and specify commercial and industrial refrigeration systems (CO, glycol, low-temp cascade, centralized rack)

• Engineer HVAC and EMS control systems for compliance and efficiency

• Collaborate with clients, contractors, architects, and internal teams to define project requirements

• Create layouts, equipment schedules, submittal packages, and redline construction drawings

• Provide field support and troubleshoot technical issues during construction and commissioning

• Ensure compliance with ASHRAE, IIAR, and other relevant codes and standards

• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of refrigeration technology and lead internal process improvements

• Mentor junior engineers and participate in cross-functional coordination efforts

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• 7–10 years of experience in HVAC and refrigeration system design, with at least 3 years in industrial refrigeration

• Strong technical knowledge in thermodynamics, psychrometrics, and heat transfer

• Familiarity with ammonia and CO systems, compressor and condenser technologies

• Skilled in AutoCAD, Microsoft Excel, and project management tools

• Excellent written and verbal communication

• Ability to lead multiple projects and provide engineering mentorship

Qualifications:

• P.E. license

• Familiarity with MCCs, VFDs, PLCs, EMS integration, and control panel design

Additional Information:

• Supervisory responsibilities include mentoring application engineers and technical staff

• Travel: Limited, for job site visits and client meetings

• Work Environment: Office-based with occasional job site exposure. Must follow OSHA safety protocols and wear PPE when required