Senior Refrigeration Systems Engineer

US Foods

Senior Engineer managing refrigeration systems for food distribution. Leading design and optimization of operational infrastructure across multiple locations.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSenior💰 $110,000 - $175,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in industrial refrigeration systems, including ammonia and Freon, while ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards. Capable of leading cross-functional teams in optimizing operational efficiency and managing capital projects.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Industrial Refrigeration ExperienceAmmonia And Freon Refrigeration SystemsCMMS Systems ManagementRETA CIRO CertificationOSHA And EPA Compliance

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Hard Skills

TroubleshootingPreventive Maintenance ProgramsLifecycle ManagementSystem Performance MonitoringRoot Cause AnalysisTechnical Documentation DevelopmentCapital Project ExecutionEnergy Efficiency StrategiesAutomation SystemsMechanical And Electrical Systems

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationMentoringCommunicationProblem-Solving

Tools & Technologies

CMMS SystemsEngineering StandardsOperating ProceduresProject Management ToolsBudgeting Software

Certifications & Qualifications

RETA CIRO CertificationProfessional Engineer (PE) License

Industry Keywords

Cold Chain EngineeringEnergy Reduction OpportunitiesSustainability InitiativesEHS CompliancePSM And IIAR Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the design, implementation, optimization, and lifecycle management of facility and operational systems to ensure reliability, efficiency, and business continuity.
Provide advanced technical expertise and support for infrastructure, automation, controls, mechanical, electrical, and integrated operational systems.
Partner with Operations, Engineering, Maintenance, IT, EHS, and external vendors to identify and execute system improvements and strategic initiatives.
Monitor system performance, analyze trends, and develop solutions to improve uptime, reliability, capacity, and operational efficiency.
Lead root cause analysis efforts for system failures or operational disruptions and implement sustainable corrective and preventive actions.
Develop and maintain engineering standards, technical documentation, operating procedures, and system specifications to support consistency and compliance across facilities.
Support capital projects, equipment installations, facility upgrades, and expansion initiatives from concept through implementation and startup.
Evaluate existing systems and recommend modernization strategies, process improvements, and emerging technologies to support operational goals.
Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, regulatory, and company standards related to system design, operation, and maintenance.
Collaborate with leadership to develop long-range infrastructure and equipment replacement strategies, including budgeting and capital planning support.
Serve as a technical resource and mentor to engineering, maintenance, and operational teams by providing guidance, training, and troubleshooting support.
Coordinate and manage external contractors, consultants, and vendors to ensure quality execution, project alignment, and cost effectiveness.
First line escalation support 24/7 between field site in region and HQ leadership teams.
Support project prioritization, budgeting, vendor selection, commissioning, and operational handoff activities.
Evaluate emerging refrigeration technologies, sustainability initiatives, and energy reduction opportunities.

Requirements

What you’ll need

5 years of industrial refrigeration or cold chain engineering experience.
Demonstrated expertise in ammonia and Freon refrigeration systems, HVAC/mechanical systems, troubleshooting, and preventive maintenance programs.
Experience managing multi-site operations and technical teams.
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, PSM, IIAR, energy efficiency and automation.
Experience with CMMS systems, maintenance planning, and capital project execution.
This role requires approximately >40% travel during the initial years, with the potential for reduced travel as the function matures and stabilizes.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance or related field or equivalent relevant work experience.
RETA CIRO Certification or Professional Engineer (PE) license.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
Pre-tax spending accounts
Retirement benefits
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Employee stock purchase plan
Life insurance