Refrigeration Engineer

Refrigeration Engineer - Advanced DevelopmentIn order to make an application, simply read through the following job description and make sure to attach relevant documents.Location: Marietta, OhioPay: $47.69/hourDuration: 12-month contractRelocation: Relocation assistance may be available for the right candidateKYO Group is seeking an experienced Refrigeration Engineer to support advanced development initiatives for Thermo Fisher Scientific's cold-storage and ultra-low temperature product portfolio.This position is ideal for an engineer with hands-on experience designing vapor-compression refrigeration systems, preferably including cascade systems and low-GWP refrigerants.ResponsibilitiesDesign and develop refrigeration systems for ultra-low temperature freezers and laboratory cold-storage productsDevelop performance specifications for refrigeration systems and componentsCreate and execute system-level validation and performance testingPerform thermal modeling and refrigeration system analysisEvaluate refrigerants, components, system efficiency, and energy consumptionConduct engineering trade studies using simulation and empirical test dataSupport next-generation refrigeration technology developmentCollaborate with mechanical, electrical, controls, manufacturing, quality, and regulatory teamsSupport Design for Manufacturing and Design for AssemblyMaintain engineering requirements, verification documentation, and traceabilitySupport compliance with UL, IEC, FDA, CE, CSA, Energy Star, and similar requirementsTravel up to 10%QualificationsBachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Systems Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Physics, or related field5+ years of experience developing vapor-compression refrigeration or HVAC/R systemsStrong knowledge of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanicsExperience with refrigeration system testing and troubleshootingExperience with thermal modeling, simulation, and performance analysisStrong root-cause analysis and engineering problem-solving skillsPreferred ExperienceCascade refrigeration systemsUltra-low temperature equipmentNatural refrigerants and low-GWP refrigerantsEES or similar thermal modeling softwareData acquisition systems and automated testingLean/PPI or continuous improvement methodologiesMilitary technical experience may be considered when directly applicable to refrigeration, HVAC, thermal systems, or engineering development. xhyhwjd KYO Group is a veteran-owned staffing and consulting firm committed to connecting exceptional technical talent with meaningful career opportunities.