Refrigeration Development Engineer

Refrigeration Development Engineer

Bognor Regis

07.45 - 17.15 Monday - Thursday  4 Day working week!

My client is based on the South Coast in sunny Bognor Regis, and looking to expand its technical team.

They are looking for an enthusiastic, self-motivated individual to assist in development of new products and maintenance/ improvements to the existing range. This role would suit individuals who have hands on refrigeration experience and basic electrical knowledge. 

Company benefits include onsite parking, 29 days annual leave, 4 day working week, company pension scheme, paid time off for medical appointments and casual dress code.

Purpose and objectives of the role

1. Responsible for the development of new products 
2. Maintenance and improvement of existing range of products

Main duties and responsibilities

• Working closely with the CAD designers, you will lead in the development and manufacture of refrigeration systems on prototype units for testing and evaluation.
• Carry out performance testing of refrigerators and refrigeration systems
• Propose appropriate design improvements and potential cost savings across our range of products
• Provide technical support to our production team to resolve issues.
• Field visits as required to provide on-site customer support.
• Develop quality control procedures for new refrigeration designs to ensure consistency.
• Ability to self-educate to overcome new technical challenges and keep abreast of the latest innovations within the industry.

Essential Criteria & Experience

• Sound knowledge of refrigeration principles 

• Must have F-Gas catergory 1 or 2

• Brazing 

• Basic IT skillls- Word Excel and Outlook

• NVQ level 2 or equivalent refrigeration experience
• Working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD
• Basic electrical knowledge