Refrigeration Design Engineer

Henderson Engineers; Lenexa (KS); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Henderson Engineers is seeking a mid-level refrigeration design engineer to contribute across six market sectors, leveraging expertise with on-site experience from Henderson Building Solutions to deliver a superior client experience. You will perform calculations and designs for engineering systems, prepare layouts and schematics, and support business development while coordinating project delivery.

The role emphasizes proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu, with opportunities to advance to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering with 3 years of experience, or 5 years without degree.
• Proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu.
• Experience with mechanical/HVAC and refrigeration design in commercial projects.
• PE license preferred; FE/LEED/WELL credentials encouraged.

Responsibilities

• Perform calculations and designs for basic to advanced engineering systems independently.
• Prepare electrical system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
• Review shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Research and recommend feasibility of systems or equipment, evaluating product suitability.
• Assist with developing, establishing, and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers to support business development and pursuit activities.
• Seek continuous learning in industry software such as Revit, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office products.
• Support or be responsible for project coordination activities, including managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions, and coordinating project delivery.
• Act as a resource for training or assisting others as needed.

Skills

Project coordination

Client meetings

Continuous learning

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering preferred

PE license preferred

FE/LEED/WELL credentials encouraged

Tools

Revit

Bluebeam Revu

Job description

Position Summary

As a mid-level refrigeration design engineer at Henderson Engineers, you will contribute expertise across our six market sectors: Business, Community, Grocery & Distribution, Health, Retail, and Venue. You will integrate our engineering knowledge with on-site experience from Henderson Building Solutions to deliver a client experience unlike any other.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calculations and designs for basic to advanced engineering systems independently.
• Prepare electrical system layouts, detailed drawings, and schematics.
• Review shop drawings for conformance to plans and specifications.
• Research and recommend feasibility of systems or equipment, evaluating product suitability.
• Assist with developing, establishing, and maintaining relationships with strategic partners and customers to support business development and pursuit activities.
• Seek continuous learning in industry software such as Revit, Bluebeam Revu, and Microsoft Office products.
• Support or be responsible for project coordination activities, including managing emails, coordinating scope and schedule, attending client meetings, ensuring project quality, responding to client questions, and coordinating project delivery.
• Act as a resource for training or assisting others as needed.

Required Qualifications

Mid‑Level – II

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering preferred, with 3 years of relevant experience; or 5 years of experience without a degree required. Professional Engineering (PE) license may count toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Intermediate proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu.

Experienced Level – III

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or architectural engineering preferred, with 7 years of relevant experience; or 9 years of experience without a degree required. Professional Engineering (PE) license may count toward 1 year of direct experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Revit and Bluebeam Revu.

Preferred Qualifications

• At least 1 year of prior exposure to mechanical/HVAC and refrigeration design in commercial projects, retail, or related markets.
• Professional Engineering (PE) license.
• Completion of FE exam, LEED and/or WELL accreditation.
• Intermediate to advanced knowledge of engineering design, industry codes, design guides, and required standards.

Pay Transparency

Individual salaries may vary beyond the stated ranges based on factors unrelated to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, age, or disability. Salary can also vary by geographic cost of labor differentials.

Denver – $83,600 to $145,200
Las Vegas – $92,400 to $119,700
Los Angeles – $88,160 to $153,120
New York – $92,720 to $161,040
Washington DC – $88,160 to $153,120

Benefits

• Industry‑leading 401(k) match and profit sharing.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan.
• Paid training for professional development.
• Performance bonuses.
• Comprehensive insurance coverage.
• Paid term life and disability coverage.
• Health Savings Account & flexible spending accounts.
• Paid time off and sick leave.
• Financial wellness program.

EEO Statement

Henderson Engineers and Henderson Building Solutions are equal‑employment‑opportunity employers and participants in the E‑Verify program. Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States. All offers are contingent upon completion of the hiring process, including verifications and background checks.