Principal Mechanical Design Engineer

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc.; Lyndhurst (VA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. in Lyndhurst, Virginia, USA, seeks a Principal Mechanical Design Engineer to lead refrigeration piping and system design for cold storage warehouses. You will work with fabrication, construction, and procurement teams to deliver high-performance, compliant solutions.

The role focuses on mechanical rooms, rooftop penthouses, and piping components, requiring rigorous engineering analysis and coordination with build teams to ensure quality and on-time delivery.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of mechanical rooms, rooftop penthouses, piping systems, and other refrigeration components
• Perform advanced engineering calculations including thermal analysis, tolerance dimensions, and structural evaluations
• Ensure all designs comply with company, client, and regulatory standards
• Submit detailed drawings for review and coordinate with upper management and build teams

Job description

Innovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is the leading provider of industrial refrigeration and process cooling solutions, delivering custom engineered systems utilizing natural refrigerants such as ammonia and CO₂. Through a fully integrated approach encompassing engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, nationwide service, and advanced aftermarket solutions, Innovative supports customers across the food and beverage, cold storage, pharmaceutical, industrial manufacturing, and mission-critical infrastructure markets throughout North America and around the world. Unlike traditional engineering firms, contractors, or equipment suppliers, Innovative performs engineering, manufacturing, construction, commissioning, service, and ongoing customer support entirely in-house. This integrated model provides employees the opportunity to support projects throughout the complete lifecycle, from concept and design through manufacturing, installation, startup, operation, optimization, modernization, and long-term system support.

Job Role:

A Pricipal Mechanical Design Engineer will lead design efforts for key refrigeration piping and systems used in cold storage warehouses. This includes working cross-functionally with fabrication, construction, and procurement teams to ensure high-performance, compliant, and efficient system designs.

Key Duties

• Lead the design of mechanical rooms, rooftop penthouses, piping systems, and other refrigeration components
• Perform advanced engineering calculations including thermal analysis, tolerance dimensions, and structural evaluations
• Ensure all designs comply with company, client, and regulatory standards
• Submit detailed drawings for review and coordinate with upper management and build teams