Remote Lead Industrial Refrigeration Engineer

Placements24; Klerksdorp; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Retirement fund contribution

Professional development & certs

Remote work flexibility

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Industrial Refrigeration Engineer to provide high-level technical oversight for large-scale refrigeration projects from a home office near Klerksdorp, South Africa. You will design, implement, and optimize ammonia, Freon, and CO2 systems while guiding teams and ensuring safety and efficiency across client sites.

The role requires 8+ years in industrial refrigeration with a strong background in thermodynamics, control systems (PLC/DCS), and project leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or related field is required.
• Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum 8 years in industrial refrigeration engineering with 3+ years in lead/senior role.
• Experience with screw compressors, centrifugal chillers, cascade systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, engineering, and implementation of industrial refrigeration systems (ammonia, Freon, CO2).
• Provide expert technical consultation to project teams and clients.
• Develop and review P&IDs, equipment specs, and control strategies.
• Oversee installation, commissioning, and performance testing of systems.
• Conduct audits to identify efficiency, cost, and safety improvements.
• Develop preventive and predictive maintenance programs for refrigeration assets.
• Troubleshoot remote issues and guide on-site resolution.
• Ensure designs comply with safety codes (OSHA, ASME) and environmental laws.
• Mentor junior engineers and stay updated on industry trends.
• Stay aligned with clients and cross-functional teams on project goals.

Skills

Industrial refrigeration

Thermodynamics

Heat transfer

Fluid dynamics

PLC/DCS control

Safety codes

Project management

Leadership

Analytical skills

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering

Master's degree (preferred)

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Industrial Refrigeration Engineer to provide high-level technical oversight for large-scale refrigeration projects from a home office near Klerksdorp, South Africa. You will design, implement, and optimize ammonia, Freon, and CO2 systems while guiding teams and ensuring safety and efficiency across client sites.

The role requires 8+ years in industrial refrigeration with a strong background in thermodynamics, control systems (PLC/DCS), and project leadership.