Refrigeration Engineer

What You Need to Know:

Are you an experienced Refrigeration Engineer ready to make a meaningful impact? This is a fantastic opportunity to join a well-established organisation's R&D team, working hands-on at a state-of-the-art facility. If you enjoy being involved in new product development and want to get stuck into innovative low-carbon technology, this could be the role for you.

Your New Job:

You'll be part of the R&D engineering team, focusing on the design, build, and testing of air source heat pump systems and refrigeration circuits. The role is predominantly lab-based, with a hands-on approach at every step - from initial concept through to performance optimisation and compliance testing. You'll collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, playing a key part in the development of next-generation heating products.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design, assemble, and commission refrigeration circuits and prototypes
• Carry out brazing, pipework, testing, and safe refrigerant handling
• Plan and conduct detailed performance tests in line with relevant standards
• Optimise system components and analyse data using technical instrumentation
• Work safely with natural and low-GWP refrigerants
• Investigate faults and support continuous product improvement
• Prepare technical documentation and reports
• Liaise with internal teams and external bodies for compliance and certification
• Oversee equipment maintenance and ensure all health & safety standards are met
• Mentor lab techs on refrigeration best practice as needed

What Are We Looking For?:

• Relevant qualification or apprenticeship in refrigeration, air conditioning, or mechanical engineering
• F-Gas certification (Category 1 or equivalent) or willingness to obtain
• Practical hands-on experience in refrigeration or heat pump systems
• Excellent understanding of vapour compression theory
• Strong analytical and reporting skills
• Safety-first mindset
• Able to work independently or as part of a team
• Full clean driving licence (desirable)
• Experience with flammable refrigerants or R&D labs (desirable)