{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"ef3f736bfd90d2174e8286e1","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ef3f736bfd90d2174e8286e1","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/ef3f736bfd90d2174e8286e1","title":"Product Development Engineer","description":"Innovative is built by people who take ownership of their work and pride in thesolutions they deliver. From engineering and fabrication to installation and service, ourteams work together to support critical industries that cannot afford downtime. Wefocus on building meaningful careers and strong teams.\n\nDetails:\nSalary: Dependent on experience\n\nPosted: 2026-07-06\n\nEmployee Type: full-time\n\nExperience Required: 3+ yr of Mech Design\n\nTravel Required: No\n\nDescription:\nInnovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is looking for a results-oriented Product Development Engineer to lead the design, development, and launch of innovative products for the industrial refrigeration industry. This role combines mechanical engineering, system design, product innovation, and cross-functional collaboration to create reliable, efficient, and manufacturable refrigeration solutions that meet customer and industry demands.\n\nInnovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a premier custom design-build contractor for industrial refrigeration systems, providing design, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and service in-house.\n\nJob Role: The Product Development Engineer designs and develops industrial refrigeration products while working with cross-functional teams to improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability from concept through production.\n\nKey Duties:\n\nProduct Development & Design\n\nDesign and develop new industrial refrigeration products, systems, and components.\n\nCreate mechanical designs, assemblies, and detailed drawings using CAD software.\n\nEvaluate and improve existing products for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost reduction.\n\nSupport prototype development, testing, validation, and field trials.\n\nConduct engineering calculations related to thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid flow, structural integrity, and refrigeration performance.\n\nDevelop product specifications, BOMs, and technical documentation.\n\nEngineering & Technical Support\n\nEnsure designs comply with applicable industry codes and standards including ASME, IIAR, ANSI, UL, and applicable safety regulations.\n\nParticipate in hazard analysis, risk assessments, and design reviews.\n\nCollaborate with controls and electrical engineering teams on integrated system solutions.\n\nSupport troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for field or manufacturing issues.\n\nProvide technical guidance to manufacturing, service, and sales teams.\n\nProject Management\n\nManage multiple development projects from concept through production release.\n\nCoordinate with suppliers and vendors for component development and qualification.\n\nTrack project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.\n\nParticipate in new product introduction (NPI) and stage-gate development processes.\n\nResearch emerging technologies and industry trends in industrial refrigeration.\n\nIdentify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements and product innovation.\n\nSupport intellectual property development including patents and proprietary technologies.\n\nContribute to standardization and engineering best practices.\n\nRequirements:\n\nBachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience\n\n3–10+ years of engineering or product development experience, preferably in industrial refrigeration, HVAC/R, or process cooling systems.\n\nProficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.\n\nStrong grasp of mechanical and refrigeration engineering principles\n\nUnderstanding of refrigeration cycles, thermodynamics, and heat transfer principles.\n\nFamiliarity with manufacturing processes including welding, fabrication, and assembly.\n\nKnowledge of IIAR, ASME, and refrigeration safety standards.\n\nExperience with ERP systems and engineering documentation practices.\n\nAbility to analyze data, conduct testing, and solve complex engineering problems.\n\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team\n\nOccasional travel to job sites may be required\n\nAbility to access manufacturing areas and industrial job sites safely.\n\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position (seated or standing) for extended periods.\n\nOccasionally may need to lift or carry items up to 25 pounds (e.g., office supplies, small equipment).\n\nPreferences:\n\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license.\n\nExperience with Autodesk Revit software\n\nExperience with industrial natural refrigerant systems, including ammonia and CO2, preferred.\n\nExperience with packaged refrigeration systems or skid-mounted equipment.\n\nFamiliarity with PLC-based control systems and refrigeration automation.\n\nExperience supporting product commercialization and manufacturing scale-up.\n\nIn addition to a competitive base salary, we provide a comprehensive and employee-focused benefits package designed to support your financial security, health, and work–life balance:\n\nGenerous retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 15%\n\n401(k) student loan repayment match up to 15%\n\nMedical insurance with 75% of employee and family premiums covered by the company\n\nDental and vision insurance options\n\nOptional supplemental insurance coverage\n\nShort-term and long-term disability insurance\n\nAccidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage\n\nCompany-paid life insurance\n\nWeekly pay\n\nCompetitive paid vacation and holiday time\n\nPaid sick leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave\n\nEmployee referral bonus program\n\nOpportunities for career advancement, professional development, training, and apprenticeship programs\n\nAccess to employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicle rentals, and other 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From engineering and fabrication to installation and service, ourteams work together to support critical industries that cannot afford downtime. Wefocus on building meaningful careers and strong teams.\n\nDetails:\nSalary: Dependent on experience\n\nPosted: 2026-07-06\n\nEmployee Type: full-time\n\nExperience Required: 3+ yr of Mech Design\n\nTravel Required: No\n\nDescription:\nInnovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is looking for a results-oriented Product Development Engineer to lead the design, development, and launch of innovative products for the industrial refrigeration industry. This role combines mechanical engineering, system design, product innovation, and cross-functional collaboration to create reliable, efficient, and manufacturable refrigeration solutions that meet customer and industry demands.\n\nInnovative Refrigeration Systems, Inc. is a premier custom design-build contractor for industrial refrigeration systems, providing design, fabrication, construction, commissioning, and service in-house.\n\nJob Role: The Product Development Engineer designs and develops industrial refrigeration products while working with cross-functional teams to improve performance, reliability, and manufacturability from concept through production.\n\nKey Duties:\n\nProduct Development & Design\n\nDesign and develop new industrial refrigeration products, systems, and components.\n\nCreate mechanical designs, assemblies, and detailed drawings using CAD software.\n\nEvaluate and improve existing products for performance, reliability, manufacturability, and cost 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project timelines, budgets, and deliverables.\n\nParticipate in new product introduction (NPI) and stage-gate development processes.\n\nResearch emerging technologies and industry trends in industrial refrigeration.\n\nIdentify opportunities for energy efficiency improvements and product innovation.\n\nSupport intellectual property development including patents and proprietary technologies.\n\nContribute to standardization and engineering best practices.\n\nRequirements:\n\nBachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience\n\n3–10+ years of engineering or product development experience, preferably in industrial refrigeration, HVAC/R, or process cooling systems.\n\nProficiency in AutoCAD and Autodesk Inventor.\n\nStrong grasp of mechanical and refrigeration engineering principles\n\nUnderstanding of refrigeration cycles, thermodynamics, and heat transfer principles.\n\nFamiliarity with manufacturing processes including welding, fabrication, and assembly.\n\nKnowledge of IIAR, ASME, and refrigeration safety standards.\n\nExperience with ERP systems and engineering documentation practices.\n\nAbility to analyze data, conduct testing, and solve complex engineering problems.\n\nAbility to work independently and as part of a team\n\nOccasional travel to job sites may be required\n\nAbility to access manufacturing areas and industrial job sites safely.\n\nMust be able to remain in a stationary position (seated or standing) for extended periods.\n\nOccasionally may need to lift or carry items up to 25 pounds (e.g., office supplies, small equipment).\n\nPreferences:\n\nProfessional Engineer (PE) license.\n\nExperience with Autodesk Revit software\n\nExperience with industrial natural refrigerant systems, including ammonia and CO2, preferred.\n\nExperience with packaged refrigeration systems or skid-mounted equipment.\n\nFamiliarity with PLC-based control systems and refrigeration automation.\n\nExperience supporting product commercialization and manufacturing scale-up.\n\nIn addition to a competitive base salary, we provide a comprehensive and employee-focused benefits package designed to support your financial security, health, and work–life balance:\n\nGenerous retirement plan with a dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match up to 15%\n\n401(k) student loan repayment match up to 15%\n\nMedical insurance with 75% of employee and family premiums covered by the company\n\nDental and vision insurance options\n\nOptional supplemental insurance coverage\n\nShort-term and long-term disability insurance\n\nAccidental death and dismemberment (AD&D) coverage\n\nCompany-paid life insurance\n\nWeekly pay\n\nCompetitive paid vacation and holiday time\n\nPaid sick leave, bereavement leave, and jury duty leave\n\nEmployee referral bonus program\n\nOpportunities for career advancement, professional development, training, and apprenticeship programs\n\nAccess to employee discounts on cell phone plans, vehicle rentals, and other 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