Design & Applications Engineer (Ammonia)

Vibrant Recruits Ltd; Dartford; On-site; GBP 54,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established company in the refrigeration sector seeks a Design & Applications Engineer to manage projects from concept to completion. The successful candidate will provide technical support, oversee project execution, and ensure profitable outcomes. Ideal applicants will have a recognised engineering qualification, at least 5 years of relevant experience, and a strong knowledge of refrigeration systems. This permanent position offers a competitive salary between £54,000 - £64,000, along with additional benefits including a company vehicle and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Company vehicle

Private medical insurance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company sick pay

Continued training and career development

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years' experience in refrigeration/process cooling industry.
• Experience in quoting and supporting technical work in refrigeration.
• Knowledge of refrigerants including HFCs, NH₃, CO₂.

Responsibilities

• Design solutions and manage projects from estimation to execution.
• Provide technical support to clients.
• Carry out technical calculations for direct and indirect systems.

Skills

Hands-on knowledge of refrigeration systems

Project management skills

Customer-facing communication

Commercial awareness in project delivery

Education

Recognised Engineering qualification

Job description

We are proud to be partnering with a well-established and respected business in the refrigeration and process cooling industry, currently looking to recruit a Design & Applications Engineer to join their regional projects team in the South of the UK.

This is a permanent role, offering the chance to join a forward-thinking company known for technical excellence and long-standing client relationships. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing contract works from concept through to completion.

Key Responsibilities as Design & Applications Engineer :

• Design solutions and manage projects from estimation through to execution in the refrigeration and process cooling sector
• Provide technical support and guidance to both new and existing clients
• Carry out technical calculations, including heat load and pipe sizing for direct and indirect systems
• Allocate subcontract labour and ensure successful technical and financial project outcomes

Ideal Candidate as Design & Applications Engineer :

• Technically strong, with hands‑on knowledge of refrigeration and process cooling systems
• Commercially aware, with the ability to price, quote, and deliver profitable projects
• Personable, proactive and confident in a customer‑facing role alongside Sales Managers
• Organised and flexible, willing to travel throughout the region
• A team player with a positive, can‑do attitude and strong project management skills

Required Experience & Qualifications as Design & Applications Engineer :

• Recognised Engineering qualification / experience
• Minimum of 5 years' experience in a similar role within the refrigeration / process cooling industry
• Experience quoting (alongside Sales Manager) and supporting technical work in refrigeration / air conditioning
• Knowledge of DX and pumped fluid systems, and refrigerants including HFCs, NH₃ (Ammonia), and CO₂
• Understanding of modern refrigeration control systems

Package & Benefits :

• Salary £54,000 - £64,000
• Company vehicle
• Private medical insurance
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Company sick pay
• Continued training and career development

Apply now to be considered for this fantastic Design & Applications Engineer role with a business that will support you with continued growth