Ammonia Refrigeration Project Engineer (Remote/Travel)

Randstad USA; Dallas (TX); Remote; USD 125,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision policy

AD&D

Life insurance

401K plan

Short-term disability

Job summary

Randstad USA is seeking a Refrigeration Project Engineer to lead CAPEX ammonia refrigeration projects across multiple sites in the United States. Responsibilities include budgeting, scope development, system design, and contractor management to ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role requires hands-on experience with AutoCAD, P&IDs, and complex thermodynamic calculations, plus travel (up to 85% monthly). OSHA PSM, IIAR, and ASHRAE knowledge is essential; a Bachelor's degree is required.

Qualifications

• Experience in design, construction, and operation of industrial ammonia refrigeration systems.
• Proficiency in AutoCAD and ability to read P&IDs.
• Experience with complex engineering calculations (load balances, relief valve designs).
• Strong familiarity with OSHA PSM, IIAR, and ASHRAE codes; proven project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead ammonia refrigeration projects from inception to close-out, including budgeting and scope development.
• Design high-efficiency refrigeration systems and select equipment.
• Ensure adherence to OSHA PSM, IIAR, ASHRAE standards.
• Participate in PHAs, MOC, and root cause investigations of leaks.
• Perform thermodynamic calculations for loads, ventilation, and energy balances.
• Travel to facility sites to oversee construction and troubleshoot issues.

Skills

AutoCAD

ammonia refrigeration

budgeting

construction

contractor management

refrigeration systems

engineering calculations

OSHA PSM

IIAR

ASHRAE codes

project management

scope development

system design

thermodynamics

Education

Bachelors

Tools

P&IDs reading

Load calculations

Job description

Randstad USA is seeking a Refrigeration Project Engineer to lead CAPEX ammonia refrigeration projects across multiple sites in the United States. Responsibilities include budgeting, scope development, system design, and contractor management to ensure safe, efficient operation.

The role requires hands-on experience with AutoCAD, P&IDs, and complex thermodynamic calculations, plus travel (up to 85% monthly). OSHA PSM, IIAR, and ASHRAE knowledge is essential; a Bachelor's degree is required.