Ammonia Refrigeration Project Engineer

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

Benefits offered by this job

Vision coverage

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

401(k) company match

Paid time off

Bonus plan eligibility

Job summary

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Refrigeration Engineer to design and lead ammonia refrigeration projects across multiple sites. You will work with site teams to implement safe, compliant systems and participate in hazard analyses and investigations.

Ideal candidates bring mechanical/chemical engineering training, AutoCAD proficiency, and travel willingness to support Pilgrim’s global operations. Relocation to nearby facilities may be required.

Qualifications

• Experience in the design and construction of Ammonia Refrigeration systems
• Competent with AutoCAD
• English/Spanish bi-lingual a plus
• Basic knowledge of Ammonia Refrigeration/thermodynamic systems
• Ability to complete engineering calculations for ammonia inventory and venting
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (Six Sigma, TPM, OE) preferred
• Ability to read P&IDs and PFDs
• Proven report writing and communication skills
• Strong leadership and project management abilities
• Willingness to travel and relocate

Responsibilities

• Promote Safe Processes, Projects, Products and People using OSHA safe work practices
• Develop and implement CAPEX Ammonia Refrigeration projects across Pilgrim’s sites
• Design refrigeration systems and select equipment and piping
• Troubleshoot ammonia refrigeration operation and perform system calculations
• Understand OSHA PSM and IIAR/ANSI/ASHRAE standards
• Participate in MOC procedures and PHAs for sites
• Contribute to incident investigations and root-cause analysis
• Maintain knowledge of new refrigeration codes and standards
• Travel to Pilgrim’s sites for operation and construction of systems
• Support continuous improvement of PSM/RMP programs

Skills

Ammonia refrigeration design

AutoCAD

Bidirectional English/Spanish

Engineering calculations

Project management

Regulatory interpretation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Pilgrim’s is hiring a Refrigeration Engineer to design and lead ammonia refrigeration projects across multiple sites. You will work with site teams to implement safe, compliant systems and participate in hazard analyses and investigations.

Ideal candidates bring mechanical/chemical engineering training, AutoCAD proficiency, and travel willingness to support Pilgrim’s global operations. Relocation to nearby facilities may be required.