Refrigeration Systems Engineer — Thermal for Test Equipment

advantestcareers; Lake Forest (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Advantest Test Solutions, Inc. in Lake Forest, CA seeks a Refrigeration Systems Engineer to design, validate, and integrate refrigeration systems for advanced test platforms.

You will lead concepts through production, perform prototype evaluations, and support field service with robust thermal solutions. Requires 5+ years in refrigeration design, CAD proficiency, and travel up to 20%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field; Master's preferred.
• Minimum 5 years of refrigeration system design experience.
• Experience with vapor compression cycle analysis and chillers/condensing units.
• Strong thermal management and analytical problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in 3D CAD; SolidWorks experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally.

Responsibilities

• Define refrigeration system requirements to meet thermal management needs.
• Perform cycle analysis and specify performance and sizing for major components.
• Design refrigeration systems from concept through production.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate systems into equipment.
• Evaluate prototypes and sub-assemblies; conduct thorough performance tests.
• Document designs, analyses, and test results in detail.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Coordinate with procurement, manufacturing, quality, and field teams.
• Identify design risks and opportunities for optimization.
• Serve as technical contact for customers on refrigeration issues.

Skills

Refrigeration system design

Vapor compression cycle analysis

Thermal management

Analytical skills

3D CAD modeling

SolidWorks

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Master's degree preferred

Tools

SolidWorks

Job description

Advantest Test Solutions, Inc. in Lake Forest, CA seeks a Refrigeration Systems Engineer to design, validate, and integrate refrigeration systems for advanced test platforms.

You will lead concepts through production, perform prototype evaluations, and support field service with robust thermal solutions. Requires 5+ years in refrigeration design, CAD proficiency, and travel up to 20%.