Mechanical Engineering Manager Industrial Refrigeration
An exciting opportunity has opened for a seasoned Mechanical Engineering Manager to lead a highperforming engineering department and take full technical ownership of complex industrial refrigeration projects. This role is ideal for a handson leader who thrives on technical excellence, team development, and delivering robust, highquality engineering solutions.
What You'll Lead & Deliver
You will oversee the entire technical lifecycle of mechanical engineering projects from proposal and design through to commissioning. You'll guide a multidisciplinary team, uphold engineering standards, and ensure every project meets quality, safety, and performance expectations.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Team Development
- Lead and mentor mechanical engineers and draftspeople
- Drive capability growth, performance, and professional development
- Resolve internal conflicts and maintain a positive, highstandards culture
- Establish and refine departmental procedures, workflows, and training plans
Technical Ownership
- Take full technical responsibility for awarded projects
- Review specifications, perform heat load calculations, and validate system designs
- Size and select refrigeration equipment based on industry best practices
- Approve and release all technical documents and drawings
- Champion AutoCAD, BIM, and Revit standardization
- Develop innovative, costeffective engineering solutions
CrossFunctional Collaboration
- Work closely with project managers and electrical teams to define system functionality
- Attend client and consultant meetings to clarify technical requirements
- Maintain strong relationships with suppliers, consultants, and external partners
- Support senior leadership in implementing technical and operational guidelines
General Duties
- Ensure timely delivery of drawings, submissions, and technical deliverables
- Uphold professionalism, integrity, and departmental excellence
- Perform additional duties as required by senior leadership
What You Bring
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Refrigeration Engineering, or equivalent
- 10+ years in industrial refrigeration system design, including supervisory or managerial experience
- Strong technical authority with excellent analytical and decisionmaking skills
- Exceptional communication, leadership, and stakeholdermanagement abilities
- Highly organized, detaildriven, and resultsoriented
Ready to Lead a HighImpact Engineering Function
If you're an experienced engineering leader looking to shape a highperforming department and deliver technically outstanding refrigeration solutions, this role offers a rewarding next step.
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