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Refrigeration Engineer
Lead the development of refrigeration system designs from early research through proof of concept and production.
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
Product Engineer – Refrigeration Systems
Purpose of the Role
Lead the development of refrigeration system designs from early research through proof of concept and production. Apply engineering best practices, including design for manufacturing, to create competitive products. Provide technical leadership on low-GWP and natural refrigerant systems.
Location: Muskegon, MI (onsite)
Key responsibilities
Lead projects that improve the performance and value of new and existing products.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on new product development, design for manufacturing, and value engineering initiatives.
Identify opportunities for design improvement and standardization through research, observation, and industry trends.
Work with internal and external partners to build prototypes, from early concepts through functional models.
Ensure designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and efficiency standards, as well as relevant building codes.
Support training and development for technicians, service teams, manufacturing staff, and other stakeholders as needed.
Perform other duties as required to support business objectives.
Ideal profile
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline; advanced degree a plus.
5+ years of relevant professional experience.
Experience designing refrigeration equipment.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and airflow analysis.
Familiarity with control systems and programming.
Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects to completion on schedule.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
Experience with structured product development and quality tools such as APQP, Design for Six Sigma, DOE, and process capability studies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Compensation & benefits
Compensation detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
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Jobs
Refrigeration Engineer
Lead the development of refrigeration system designs from early research through proof of concept and production.
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
Product Engineer – Refrigeration Systems
Purpose of the Role
Lead the development of refrigeration system designs from early research through proof of concept and production. Apply engineering best practices, including design for manufacturing, to create competitive products. Provide technical leadership on low-GWP and natural refrigerant systems.
Location: Muskegon, MI (onsite)
Key responsibilities
Lead projects that improve the performance and value of new and existing products.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on new product development, design for manufacturing, and value engineering initiatives.
Identify opportunities for design improvement and standardization through research, observation, and industry trends.
Work with internal and external partners to build prototypes, from early concepts through functional models.
Ensure designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and efficiency standards, as well as relevant building codes.
Support training and development for technicians, service teams, manufacturing staff, and other stakeholders as needed.
Perform other duties as required to support business objectives.
Ideal profile
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline; advanced degree a plus.
5+ years of relevant professional experience.
Experience designing refrigeration equipment.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and airflow analysis.
Familiarity with control systems and programming.
Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects to completion on schedule.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
Experience with structured product development and quality tools such as APQP, Design for Six Sigma, DOE, and process capability studies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Compensation & benefits
Compensation detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.
Jobs
Refrigeration Engineer
Lead the development of refrigeration system designs from early research through proof of concept and production.
Industry
Salary
Shared at intake
About the company
NextPlay Jobs is running this search on behalf of a confidential client. We share the full company detail with you at intake, before you speak to anyone.
The opportunity
Product Engineer – Refrigeration Systems
Purpose of the Role
Lead the development of refrigeration system designs from early research through proof of concept and production. Apply engineering best practices, including design for manufacturing, to create competitive products. Provide technical leadership on low-GWP and natural refrigerant systems.
Location: Muskegon, MI (onsite)
Key responsibilities
Lead projects that improve the performance and value of new and existing products.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams on new product development, design for manufacturing, and value engineering initiatives.
Identify opportunities for design improvement and standardization through research, observation, and industry trends.
Work with internal and external partners to build prototypes, from early concepts through functional models.
Ensure designs meet applicable regulatory, safety, and efficiency standards, as well as relevant building codes.
Support training and development for technicians, service teams, manufacturing staff, and other stakeholders as needed.
Perform other duties as required to support business objectives.
Ideal profile
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline; advanced degree a plus.
5+ years of relevant professional experience.
Experience designing refrigeration equipment.
Strong knowledge of thermodynamics and airflow analysis.
Familiarity with control systems and programming.
Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple complex projects to completion on schedule.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks).
Experience with structured product development and quality tools such as APQP, Design for Six Sigma, DOE, and process capability studies.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office.
Compensation & benefits
Compensation detail is shared at intake before you speak to the client.
How to apply
Three ways to start the conversation.
Send your résumé, book a call, or apply straight from the LinkedIn posting. Whichever route you pick, one person handles your application from first reply to offer.
About NextPlay Jobs
We believe great recruiting is personal, not transactional. We spent 15 years inside LinkedIn building the tools recruiters use, then built the firm we wished existed. We connect high-performing people with companies where they can make the biggest impact, and one relationship manager stays with you from the first search to the tenth.