At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical design for industrial refrigeration projects and develop innovative solutions.
- Company: Join a leading company in the industrial refrigeration sector with a collaborative culture.
- Benefits: Enjoy a hybrid work model, competitive salary, and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Be part of a dynamic team with opportunities for mentorship and career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by driving design excellence in cutting-edge refrigeration projects.
- Qualifications: Strong design experience in industrial refrigeration and excellent communication skills.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 55000 £ per year.
As Lead IREF Design Engineer, you will play a pivotal role within our Industrial Refrigeration (IREF) business, leading technical design support activities across complex projects. You will partner closely with Sales, Engineering and Delivery teams to develop robust technical solutions for both pre and post-sales designs, help to produce competitive design proposals and support our sales/projects teams from initial enquiry through to handover. This is a hybrid role with a mix of home working and office presence (Manchester or Leeds), with occasional travel for surveys as required.
How You Will Do It
- Lead technical design support for industrial refrigeration projects, ensuring high-quality, compliant proposals.
- Develop system concepts, layouts and calculations aligned to customer requirements and industry standards.
- Help to prepare costings, equipment selections, estimates and technical submissions to support sales strategy.
- Collaborate with Sales, Project Engineers and clients to define scope and optimise solutions.
- Review/prepare specifications, drawings and tender documents to identify risks and opportunities.
- Support value engineering and solution optimisation to improve competitiveness.
- Act as a technical mentor within the design support team, driving best practice and consistency.
- Engage with suppliers and subcontractors for pricing and technical input.
- Ensure adherence to company procedures, quality standards and HSE requirements.
What We Are Looking For
- Required
- Strong design experience in industrial refrigeration and HVAC engineering sector.
- Proven background in IREF design in the UK.
- Solid understanding of system design, components and industry standards.
- Experience producing technical proposals and design submissions.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong attention to detail.
- Beneficial
- Experience leading or mentoring teams.
- Knowledge of York products.
- Design knowledge of ammonia and CO2 refrigeration systems.
- Familiarity with AutoCAD/Revit or similar design tools.
- Degree or equivalent in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.
Lead IREF Design Engineer employer: Johnson Controls
At Johnson Controls, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a culture of innovation and collaboration. Our London team is dedicated to transforming the world through intelligent building solutions, offering competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive training opportunities that empower employees to grow their careers. Join us to make a meaningful impact while enjoying a supportive work environment that values your contributions and prioritises your well-being.
