HFA · 1 day ago
Refrigeration Designer III (34120)
Bentonville, AR
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior LevelHFA is a multidisciplinary architectural, engineering, and interior design firm that values a people-first driven environment. They are seeking a Refrigeration Designer to support the development of their refrigeration program, focusing on project design, client interactions, and collaboration with other professionals.
IndustrialArchitecture & DesignArchitectureIndustrial Engineering
Responsibilities
Lead small team in project design
Creating design development and construction documents using REVIT
Meet with clients, face-to-face and virtually, to formulate solutions and build relationships, a shared company value
Site visits as needed to obtain design information and/or construction administration. So, some travel is required
Coordinate with other design disciplines, vendors (equipment suppliers), and clients to execute work plans and gain industry knowledge
Analyzing and selecting equipment as required
Troubleshooting and coming up w/ design solutions
Designer can work, in an independent manner, to deliver completed construction documents on most client and/or project types, as well as provide high level of service for all phases of design
Designer can communicate effectively to be seen as highly knowledgeable and/or an expert when discussing design challenges or projects, both internally and externally
Designer should utilize education and experience to independently develop, implement, and draft construction documents for any project and/or project type (or at least major portions), as well as solve most design challenges that arise on a project
Designer should have a thorough working knowledge of DX refrigeration system utilizing traditional refrigerants and a good knowledge of transcritical CO2 systems, 2-stage systems, and cascade systems. Knowledge of recirculated ammonia refrigeration systems may be helpful
Designer should have a thorough knowledge of standard control systems used in commercial refrigeration
Designer should be able to apply their knowledge gained through experience and knowledge of recognized national standards to most project types, with minimal oversight from Engineer. Designer should have a thorough knowledge of software assisting programs, such as Heatcraft Box Load Calculator and Sporlan Virtual Engineer and be able to apply throughout the design process. Designer should have good understanding of energy codes and how they affect design decisions in a project
Designer should be able to design and draft refrigeration systems, including creating isometric plans for most projects
Designer should serve as Design Lead or provide major quality control, training, or other technical functions for the company
Designer should be proficient in AutoCAD and/or REVIT. Designer should be able to train new employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and answer technical design questions for refrigeration
Designer will work in a collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers to develop construction documents based on a clients' requirements, including performing project management functions, quality control, or other duties as necessary
Designer should provide quality control on their own projects as well as others, with minimal oversight from Engineer or Design Lead
Designer will have direct client contact, unless in a strictly technical role for the company. Designer will establish projects budgets, with approval of supervisor, and work with team to ensure those projects are financially successful, unless in a strictly technical role for the company
Designer should be able to select and design refrigeration systems and equipment, controls and provide energy calculations on most project types
Designer should be able to write specifications for most project types
Qualification
Required
Established technical knowledge in commercial DX refrigeration design
Experience in designing low-temp and medium-temp secondary systems
Highly proficient in REVIT
Ability to meet face-to-face with clients
Management of other team members
Developing construction documentation
Technical design
Coordination with other professional disciplines in-house and out-of-house
Ability to work in a collaborative team environment
Lead small team in project design
Creating design development and construction documents using REVIT
Site visits as needed to obtain design information and/or construction administration
Coordinate with other design disciplines, vendors (equipment suppliers), and clients
Analyzing and selecting equipment as required
Troubleshooting and coming up with design solutions
Ability to deliver completed construction documents on most client and/or project types
Effective communication skills
Thorough working knowledge of DX refrigeration system utilizing traditional refrigerants
Good knowledge of transcritical CO2 systems, 2-stage systems, and cascade systems
Thorough knowledge of standard control systems used in commercial refrigeration
Ability to apply knowledge gained through experience and knowledge of recognized national standards
Thorough knowledge of software assisting programs, such as Heatcraft Box Load Calculator and Sporlan Virtual Engineer
Good understanding of energy codes and how they affect design decisions
Ability to design and draft refrigeration systems, including creating isometric plans
Serve as Design Lead or provide major quality control, training, or other technical functions
Proficient in AutoCAD and/or REVIT
Ability to train new employees on company standards, drafting techniques, and answer technical design questions
Collaborative environment with Architects and other Engineers
Provide quality control on their own projects as well as others
Direct client contact
Establish project budgets with approval of supervisor
Select and design refrigeration systems and equipment, controls and provide energy calculations
Ability to write specifications for most project types
Management of 0-5 staff
BSME or equivalent experience
Preferred
Knowledge of transcritical CO2 systems
Knowledge of recirculated ammonia refrigeration systems
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Disability
Life insurance
401(k) with company match
Employee stock ownership plan (ESOP)
Flexible work schedule
Professional development opportunities
Learning stipends
Company
HFA
Founded in 1990, HFA is a multi-disciplinary architecture and engineering firm specializing in delivering tailored design solutions for businesses of all sizes.
Founded in 1990
501-1000 employees
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Mechanical Engineer / Vice President
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