Refrigeration Field Engineer - EMS & HVACR Commissioning

Jobtailor; Danbury (CT); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced HVACR commissioning engineer in Danbury, CT to lead startup activities for supermarket projects. You will perform point-to-point testing, functional verification, and on-site commissioning of EMS-controlled equipment.

The role requires 3+ years in supermarket construction or HVACR/controls maintenance, knowledge of large rack systems, and experience with Danfoss/Emerson control systems.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of experience in supermarket construction, commissioning, engineering, or HVACR/controls maintenance.
• Working knowledge of large refrigeration rack systems, including DX, Cascade, Micro DS, and Transcritical CO₂.
• Experience operating and programming Danfoss and/or Emerson supermarket control systems.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and troubleshooting skills.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct site visits during construction and remodel phases to inspect installation progress and verify adherence to project scope, design documents, and programming standards.
• Execute on-site commissioning activities, including point-to-point testing and functional verification of EMS-controlled equipment.
• Commission newly installed or relocated HVACR equipment.
• Provide start-up and commissioning support for refrigeration rack systems in coordination with contractors and manufacturers.
• Evaluate and document existing RHVAC and EMS systems for integration into capital projects.
• Prepare interim commissioning reports and final commissioning documentation, identifying exceptions, deficiencies, and out-of-spec conditions.
• Support resolution tracking with the Construction Project Manager and engineering teams.
• Verify operation, communication, and programming of EMS and RHVAC control systems.
• Implement minor control wiring modifications and programming adjustments for inspections and commissioning.
• Support EMS programming updates as directed by engineering or field leadership.
• Act as a technical resource for Level 2 refrigeration and EMS-related issues.
• Assist with troubleshooting and resolution of system issues remotely and on-site.
• Perform minor repairs and system adjustments on HVACR and control components.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineering teams, contractors, and vendors to resolve issues.
• Communicate commissioning status, risks, and outstanding items to project stakeholders.

Skills

HVACR Commissioning

Refrigeration Rack Systems

Danfoss Control Systems

Emerson Control Systems

Technical Drawing Interpretation

Tools

AutoCAD

EMS Control Systems

Refrigeration Systems

Job description

Jobtailor is seeking an experienced HVACR commissioning engineer in Danbury, CT to lead startup activities for supermarket projects. You will perform point-to-point testing, functional verification, and on-site commissioning of EMS-controlled equipment.

The role requires 3+ years in supermarket construction or HVACR/controls maintenance, knowledge of large rack systems, and experience with Danfoss/Emerson control systems.