Ammonia Refrigeration Project Engineer

Pilgrim's; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage

Paid Time Off

401(k) matching

Bonus eligibility

Career development

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer to support ammonia refrigeration systems across sites. You will design, install, and commission equipment, ensuring safety and compliance while coordinating with contractors and site teams.

The role requires hands-on project management, detailed engineering calculations, and familiarity with P&ID diagrams, process safety standards, and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Experience in design and construction of Ammonia Refrigeration systems
• Ability to read P&IDs and P&ID diagrams
• Proficiency in engineering calculations for ammonia inventory, relief valve design, load and energy balances
• Knowledge of OSHA PSM codes and standards
• Bilingual English/Spanish a plus
• Willingness to travel

Responsibilities

• Promote Safe Processes, Projects, Products and People through OSHA safe work practices
• Develop and implement CAPEX Ammonia Refrigeration projects; budgeting, scope, drawings, contractor management
• Refrigeration system design including equipment, piping diagrams, system controls, pipe sizing
• Troubleshoot ammonia refrigeration systems and equipment
• Perform system calculations: heat loads, energy balance, mass balance, air balance, psychrometrics
• Ensure compliance with OSHA PSM and IIAR/ANSI/ASHRAE codes
• Participate in MOC procedures and PHAs
• Assist with incident investigations using Root Cause Analysis
• Travel to Pilgrim’s sites to ensure proper operation and safety

Skills

Project management

Safety compliance

Industrial refrigeration

P&ID reading

Quality documentation

Root cause analysis

Communication

Leadership

Relocation willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or related field

Tools

AutoCAD

APSM

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer to support ammonia refrigeration systems across sites. You will design, install, and commission equipment, ensuring safety and compliance while coordinating with contractors and site teams.

The role requires hands-on project management, detailed engineering calculations, and familiarity with P&ID diagrams, process safety standards, and cross-functional collaboration.