Nelson-Rudie & Associates, Inc. · 3 hours ago
SENIOR REFRIGERATION ENGINEER | 10+ YEARS OF EXPERTISE
Minneapolis, MN
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$110K/yr - $150K/yr
10+ years expNelson-Rudie & Associates, Inc. is a consulting engineering firm known for practical, high-quality solutions and a culture built on integrity and teamwork. They are seeking a Senior Refrigeration Engineer to lead refrigeration engineering and project delivery, manage client relationships, and mentor junior team members while ensuring high-performance building systems.
ConstructionConsultingIndustrial Engineering
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as the refrigeration lead and/or project manager to ensure design criteria, budgets, and schedules meet or exceed client expectations
Prepare plans, specifications, construction documents, bid packages, technical reports, and conduct proactive review of shop drawings and RFIs
Verify project documentation and close‑out tasks follow company standards
Contribute to continuous improvement by refining technical standards, best practices, and design processes
Manage multiple concurrent, larger-scope, and often complex projects with a focus on quality, efficiency, and client satisfaction
Develop and manage project schedules, milestones, staffing needs, deliverables, and ongoing project status
Provide clear, practical engineering recommendations to clients and maintain strong relationships through responsive communication and leadership
Engage in business development - supporting marketing efforts, maintaining regular contact with key clients and contributing to proposals
Partner closely with architects, owners, contractors, and internal engineering disciplines to ensure aligned scope, deliverables, and expectations
Participate in project meetings and represent refrigeration engineering requirements with clarity and confidence
Support construction administration through timely communication and sound engineering judgment
Mentor junior team members, support knowledge sharing, and help strengthen overall team capability
Represent the company professionally with clients, industry partners, and key associations
Step in where needed to support firmwide initiatives and ensure exceptional project delivery
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline is required
10+ years' experience working as a refrigeration engineer, 5 of which must be in project management
U.S. citizenship or valid Green Card
Proficient in the design and analysis of complex refrigeration systems, including Distribution Centers, Ammonia Refrigeration systems, and CO2 Refrigeration systems, with a solid understanding and application of engineering principals, practices, and concepts
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, Revit, AutoCAD, and current mechanical engineering software (e.g., IESVE)
Proven personnel management skills, leadership qualities and effective mentoring capabilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
Commitment to professional growth (EIT/EI candidates expected to pursue PE licensure)
Preferred
Professional Engineer (PE) licensed in Minnesota is preferred
Working knowledge of Smartsheet, and Deltek Ajera software is a plus
Ability to maintain skill levels within the changing technology environment
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life insurance
ESOP
401(k)
Bonus program
Flexible hours
Company
Nelson-Rudie & Associates, Inc.
Nelson-Rudie is a 100% employee-owned consulting engineering firm offering structural, mechanical, electrical and refrigeration services to public and private clients throughout the United States and Canada.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Matthew Elhadad
President & CEO
Recent News
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