Senior Design Engineer - Refrigeration

Senior Design Engineer – Refrigeration \\n\\nAn 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.\\n\\nThe 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.\\n\\nResponsibilities\\n\\nAct as the technical lead for refrigeration and cooling design on assigned projects\\n\\nSupport tender and bid activity across industrial heating and cold chain opportunities\\n\\nEngage directly with clients and consultants to develop technically robust design solutions\\n\\nUndertake detailed site inspections and condition surveys of refrigeration systems\\n\\nProduce full engineering designs, specifications, and performance calculations for heating and cooling systems\\n\\nCoordinate with manufacturers and supply chain partners to define equipment selection and pricing\\n\\nPrepare accurate technical submissions and cost information to support commercial decisions\\n\\nEnsure designs comply with all relevant standards and legislation, including safety and environmental regulations\\n\\nAttend technical and value engineering meetings where required\\n\\nProvide technical handover information to project and contracts teams\\n\\nOffer ongoing engineering support during project delivery to maintain design intent\\n\\nContribute to the development of client relationships and repeat business\\n\\nRequirements\\n\\nMinimum 7 years' experience within the refrigeration sector\\n\\nStrong background in refrigeration system design and technical engineering support\\n\\nPractical experience working with natural refrigerants (CO₂ and hydrocarbons)\\n\\nExposure to industrial refrigeration environments is advantageous\\n\\nKnowledge of heating systems and hydronic applications preferred\\n\\nStrong technical problem-solving ability and attention to detail\\n\\nCommercially aware with the ability to balance cost, performance, and compliance\\n\\nConfident communicator with clients and internal stakeholders\\n\\nIT literate with experience producing technical reports and documentation\\n\\nFull UK driving licence\\n\\nPackage\\n\\nSalary £50,000 – £60,000 depending on experience\\n\\nElectric or plug-in hybrid company vehicle or car allowance\\n\\nCompany pension scheme\\n\\nPrivate healthcare (following probation)\\n\\nLife assurance/death in service benefit (following probation)\\n\\nHybrid working / work-from-home flexibility\\n\\nOn-site parking at office locations\\n\\nWR HVAC | M&E are #1 recruitment partner for HVAC jobs.