Refrigeration Engineering Project Engineer

Overview

Evaluate entire commercial (supermarket) refrigeration systems (primarily parallel compression "racks") for condition, capacity, and efficiency given proposed remodel-related changes to the system.

Technical

• Survey existing systems and collect all pertinent system architecture information, model numbers, condition, etc.
• Perform refrigeration load calculations.
• Arrange loads on appropriate compressor suction groups.
• Calculate compressor & condenser capacity & select new equipment when needed.
• Size all related piping, pressure regulating valves, etc.

Understand alternate system types and be able to specify when needed. IE, condensing units, distributed systems, secondary pumped systems.

Be willing and able to learn about new system types such as CO2 Transcritical systems.

Generate refrigeration designs in compliance with all applicable local and state codes.

Generate refrigeration designs in compliance with owner specifications and design guidelines.

Leadership

Qualifications

Responsibilities

Skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Must be able to sit and / or stand for long periods of time, able to handle stressful situations and multi-tasking, able to work under time constraints, long hours may be required. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Overtime (40+ hours) may be required as needed.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Must be able to handle stressful situations, multi-tasking, and working within reasonable time constraints to meet production schedules and budgets. Will work in normal office environment and may also be required to work outside of a normal office from time-to-time.

The above criteria has been developed to establish guidelines for this position, but note that these are only guidelines, and a person's ability, talent, effort, personality, and other aspects of the profession shall become a deciding factor for each position. Promotions are dependent on effort, attitude, ability, need, and schooling and should not be considered automatic. Cuhaci & Peterson provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Cuhaci & Peterson complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. Additionally, this job description reflects management's assignment of essential functions. It does not prescribe or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" relationship between the employee and Cuhaci & Peterson Architects, Engineers & Planners, Inc.

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