Senior Design Engineer – Refrigeration

Senior Design Engineer – Refrigeration

An established UK refrigeration and cooling specialist is looking to strengthen its technical design and pre-construction capability with the appointment of a Senior Refrigeration Design Engineer. This is a key technical role within the business, offering long-term stability and progression as part of a well-established design function.

The position focuses on the design, costing and specification of industrial refrigeration, cold chain and low-carbon heating solutions, with a strong emphasis on natural refrigerants including CO₂ and hydrocarbons. Projects are delivered nationwide and across the south, spanning industrial, cold storage and large-scale commercial environments.

• Act as the technical lead for refrigeration and cooling design on assigned projects
• Support tender and bid activity across industrial heating and cold chain opportunities
• Engage directly with clients and consultants to develop technically robust design solutions
• Undertake detailed site inspections and condition surveys of refrigeration systems
• Produce full engineering designs, specifications, and performance calculations for heating and cooling systems
• Coordinate with manufacturers and supply chain partners to define equipment selection and pricing
• Prepare accurate technical submissions and cost information to support commercial decisions
• Ensure designs comply with all relevant standards and legislation, including safety and environmental regulations
• Attend technical and value engineering meetings where required
• Provide technical handover information to project and contracts teams
• Offer ongoing engineering support during project delivery to maintain design intent
• Contribute to the development of client relationships and repeat business

• Minimum 7 years’ experience within the refrigeration sector
• Strong background in refrigeration system design and technical engineering support
• Practical experience working with natural refrigerants (CO₂ and hydrocarbons)
• Exposure to industrial refrigeration environments is advantageous
• Knowledge of heating systems and hydronic applications preferred
• Strong technical problem‑solving ability and attention to detail
• Commercially aware with the ability to balance cost, performance, and compliance
• Confident communicator with clients and internal stakeholders
• IT literate with experience producing technical reports and documentation
• Full UK driving licence

• Salary £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience
• Electric or plug‑in hybrid company vehicle or car allowance
• Company pension scheme
• Private healthcare (following probation)
• Life assurance/death in service benefit (following probation)
• Hybrid working / work‑from‑home flexibility
• On‑site parking at office locations