Ammonia Refrigeration Project Engineer

JBS Foods; Des Moines (WA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Paid time off

401(k) match

Annual bonus

Career development

Better futures

Job summary

Pilgrim’s Refrigeration Engineer role focusing on ammonia refrigeration design and project execution is open. You will manage CAPEX projects, coordinate with multiple sites, and ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance across all facilities.

Required is a mechanical or chemical engineering degree with hands-on experience in refrigeration systems, P&ID interpretation, and strong project management. Travel to sites is anticipated.

Qualifications

• Experience designing and building ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Ability to read P&IDs and Block Flow diagrams.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.
• Willingness to travel and relocate to Pilgrim’s facilities.

Responsibilities

• Promote safe processes across Pilgrim’s sites using OSHA practices.
• Lead CAPEX ammonia refrigeration projects including budgeting, scope, drawings, and contractor management.
• Design refrigeration systems—equipment selection, piping, controls, codes and standards.
• Conduct system calculations (heat loads, mass and energy balance, air balance, psychrometrics).
• Support PHAs, RMP/PSM programs, incident investigations, and change management.

Skills

AutoCAD

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or Chemical Engineering

Tools

PSM software

Job description

Pilgrim’s Refrigeration Engineer role focusing on ammonia refrigeration design and project execution is open. You will manage CAPEX projects, coordinate with multiple sites, and ensure safe operation and regulatory compliance across all facilities.

Required is a mechanical or chemical engineering degree with hands-on experience in refrigeration systems, P&ID interpretation, and strong project management. Travel to sites is anticipated.