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About the Role

The Mechanical Engineer - Refrigeration is responsible for the design, analysis, optimization, and technical support of industrial refrigeration systems across the enterprise. This role provides subject-matter expertise for ammonia (NH₃), Co2 and Freon-based systems, ensuring safe operation, regulatory compliance, reliability, and energy efficiency in support of operational and business objectives.

Responsibilities

• Design, review, and support industrial refrigeration systems utilizing ammonia, C02 and Freon refrigerants, including compressors, condensers, evaporators, vessels, piping, and controls.
• Develop and maintain engineering standards, specifications, and system documentation.
• Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements to enhance safety, reliability, and efficiency.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting and root cause analysis of refrigeration system issues.
• Act as a core partner of the Design and Construction team to set design standards for the company.
• Support Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Plan (RMP) requirements for ammonia systems.
• Participate in PHAs, MOCs, mechanical integrity programs, and compliance audits.
• Ensure designs and system modifications comply with OSHA, EPA, IIAR, ASHRAE, and applicable codes and standards.
• Support incident investigations and development of corrective actions.
• Provide engineering support for refrigeration-related capital projects, expansions, and retrofits.
• Review contractor and consultant designs for compliance with engineering standards and project requirements.
• Support commissioning, startup, and system acceptance activities.
• Provide technical input on equipment selection, vendor evaluation, and scope development.
• Partner with Facilities and Maintenance teams to develop maintenance strategies, SOPs, and operating procedures.
• Provide field engineering support during major outages, repairs, and emergency events.
• Assist with contractor oversight and ensure technical work is executed safely and correctly.
• Analyze system performance data to identify reliability risks, capacity constraints, and energy optimization opportunities.
• Support lifecycle asset planning, condition assessments, and replacement recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for system modernization and automation.
• Maintain accurate P&IDs, equipment files, calculations, and technical documentation.
• Ensure documentation supports PSM compliance, audits, and operational readiness.
• Contribute to enterprise knowledge sharing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Perform other duties as assigned by manager.

Requirements

• 5 years of experience in industrial refrigeration, with hands-on experience with ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems and working knowledge of Freon-based systems.
• Expertise in industrial ammonia and Freon refrigeration engineering, including refrigeration thermodynamics and mechanical system design.
• Strong knowledge of Process Safety Management (PSM) and Risk Management Program (RMP) compliance requirements.
• Demonstrated experience in system troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and operational problem-solving within industrial refrigeration environments.
• Experience supporting capital projects, including system upgrades, expansions, commissioning, and equipment optimization initiatives.
• Proficient in interpreting and developing P&IDs, technical specifications, and engineering documentation.
• Strong understanding of asset reliability, preventative maintenance strategies, and energy optimization practices.
• Familiarity with OSHA PSM and EPA RMP requirements.
• Ability to travel to operating sites as needed.

Skills

• Ammonia (NH₃) refrigeration systems
• Freon-based systems
• Refrigeration thermodynamics
• Mechanical system design
• Process Safety Management (PSM)
• Risk Management Program (RMP)
• System troubleshooting
• Root cause analysis
• P&IDs
• Technical specifications
• Engineering documentation
• Asset reliability
• Preventative maintenance strategies
• Energy optimization practices
• AutoCAD verification and updating

Location

• Multiple distribution centers

Work Type

• Office
• Warehouse
• Field environments
• Refrigerated areas
• Frozen areas

Experience Level

• 5 years of experience in industrial refrigeration

Education Level

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline

Salary/Compensations

• $85,000 - $145,000

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Pre-tax spending accounts
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Life insurance

About the Company

• US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
• US Foods is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity

• EOE – Race/Color/Religion/Sex/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/National Origin/Age/Genetic Information/Protected Veteran/Disability Status