Ammonia Refrigeration Project Engineer

Pilgrim's; Des Moines (WA); On-site; USD 109,000 - 132,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vision, Medical, Dental coverage after

Paid Time Off

401(k) company match

Bonus eligibility

Career development

Better Futures

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer to support ammonia refrigeration systems across multiple facilities. The role focuses on design, safety, and project execution, including CAPEX planning, system design, and standards compliance.

Qualifications include a mechanical or chemical engineering degree and hands-on experience with ammonia systems, AutoCAD, P&ID interpretation, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience in design and construction of Ammonia Refrigeration systems.
• Competent with AutoCAD.
• English/Spanish bilingual a plus.
• Basic knowledge of Ammonia Refrigeration/Thermodynamic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret P&IDs and PFDs.
• Experience with regulatory/compliance software (PSM) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Promote Safe Processes and OSHA safe work practices across Pilgrim’s sites.
• Develop and implement CAPEX Ammonia Refrigeration projects including budgeting and scope.
• Design refrigeration systems: equipment selection, piping, controls, codes and standards.
• Troubleshoot ammonia refrigeration systems and perform calculations (heat loads, energy balances).
• Participate in PHAs, MOC, and incident investigations; drive resolution of issues.

Skills

AutoCAD

P&ID interpretation

Project management

Change management

Leadership

Communication skills

English/Spanish bilingual

Regulatory standards interpretation

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

APSM

Job description

Pilgrim’s is seeking a Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer to support ammonia refrigeration systems across multiple facilities. The role focuses on design, safety, and project execution, including CAPEX planning, system design, and standards compliance.

Qualifications include a mechanical or chemical engineering degree and hands-on experience with ammonia systems, AutoCAD, P&ID interpretation, and regulatory compliance.