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.
Designing and manufacturing bespoke precision-controlled fridges, freezers and incubators from design concept and prototype stage, through to full production and despatch. They are capable of building products that can reliably maintain any temperature between -50ºC and +85ºC.
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.
JOB DESCRIPTIONDate: Job title:Refrigeration Development EngineerHours:36 hours per week 07:45-17:15 Mon-Thurs
Purpose and objectives of the role
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Responsible for the development of new products
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Maintenance and improvement of existing range of products
Main duties and responsibilities
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Working closely with the CAD designers, you will lead in the development and manufacture of refrigeration systems on prototype units for testing and evaluation.
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Carry out performance testing of refrigerators and refrigeration systems
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Propose appropriate design improvements and potential cost savings across our range of products
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Provide technical support to our production team to resolve issues.
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Field visits as required to provide on-site customer support.
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Develop quality control procedures for new refrigeration designs to ensure consistency.
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Ability to self-educate to overcome new technical challenges and keep abreast of the latest innovations within the industry.
Essential Criteria & Experience
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Sound knowledge of refrigeration principles
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Must have F-Gas catergory 1 or 2
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Brazing
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Basic IT skillls- Word Excel and Outlook
Desirable skills
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NVQ level 2 or equivalent refrigeration experience
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Working knowledge of 2D and 3D CAD
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Basic electrical knowledge
