Senior Utilities Engineer: Ammonia Refrigeration & Systems

Smithfield Foods, Inc.; Springdale (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Utilities Engineer to optimize and manage utility systems across facilities, focusing on industrial refrigeration, boiler, and compressed air systems.

You will troubleshoot, implement new projects, and provide guidance on regulatory matters to ensure safe, efficient operations and compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in ammonia refrigeration operations, and certifications such as RETA CIRO/IIAR2.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field; 5+ years of related experience in ammonia refrigeration operations.
• RETA CIRO (Certified Industrial Refrigeration Operator) or ANSI/IIAR2 certification; required.
• Demonstrated deep understanding of industrial refrigeration systems and their application in manufacturing settings.
• Strong reading, math, writing and analytical skills.
• Travel to other locations up to 50% of the time.

Responsibilities

• Support US Fresh and Packaged Meat facilities; collaborate with facilities and project engineering on Capital Infrastructure Plans.
• Design and implement solutions; select equipment and schedule work; standardize equipment requirements.
• Plan and budget for utility engineering improvement projects; optimize utility systems based on operating requirements.
• Lead ongoing research and testing of new technologies; assess complex operations and support Operations management.

Skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

RETA CIRO / IIAR2 certification

Job description

Smithfield Foods, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Utilities Engineer to optimize and manage utility systems across facilities, focusing on industrial refrigeration, boiler, and compressed air systems.

You will troubleshoot, implement new projects, and provide guidance on regulatory matters to ensure safe, efficient operations and compliance. The role requires a Bachelor's in Engineering, 5+ years in ammonia refrigeration operations, and certifications such as RETA CIRO/IIAR2.