Job Details: Job Location: Prairie HVAC - Grande Pointe, MB R5A 0B7, Position Type: Full Time, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Day, Mechanical Engineer – Industrial Refrigeration Prairie HVAC/R | An IR Pros Company
Winnipeg, MB | Full-Time | Industrial Refrigeration
About IR Pros / Prairie HVAC/R Prairie HVAC/R, part of the IR Pros organization, provides HVAC, refrigeration, electrical, and controls solutions to commercial and industrial customers. Our teams work together to design, install, service, and support reliable systems while maintaining a strong commitment to safety, quality, efficiency, and customer service.
Position Summary The Mechanical Engineer supports the design, specification, and performance of industrial refrigeration systems serving cold storage, food processing, and beverage production facilities. This role works closely with project managers, drafters, controls specialists, technicians, and clients to develop engineering solutions that are safe, efficient, and built to meet each facility's operating requirements.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in industrial ammonia and/or CO₂ refrigeration system design, is comfortable performing load calculations and equipment selection, and can read and produce P&IDs;, mechanical layouts, and technical specifications. Experience supporting cold storage, food processing, or beverage production environments is highly valued.
Key Responsibilities Design and specify industrial refrigeration systems for cold storage, food processing, and beverage production facilities
Perform heat load calculations, equipment sizing, and system capacity analysis
Develop and review P&IDs;, mechanical layouts, equipment schedules, and technical specifications
Select compressors, evaporators, condensers, pumps, vessels, valves,



and associated refrigeration equipment
Prepare engineering calculations, submittals, and project documentation
Review and respond to redline markups and field conditions, updating drawings and specifications as needed
Collaborate with project managers, drafters, controls specialists, and field technicians to ensure designs are accurately implemented
Support new system design as well as upgrades, retrofits, and modifications to existing refrigeration systems
Evaluate system performance and recommend improvements to efficiency, reliability, and safety
Ensure designs comply with applicable codes, safety regulations, and industry standards (e.g., IIAR, CSA, ASHRAE)
Communicate technical requirements clearly to clients, contractors, and internal teams
Support project estimating, proposal development, and bid preparation as needed
Assist with startup, commissioning, and troubleshooting support on active projects
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline
Proven experience designing or supporting industrial refrigeration systems (ammonia and/or CO₂ preferred)
Experience in cold storage, food processing, or beverage production environments
Robust understanding of refrigeration thermodynamics, load calculations, and system design principles
Ability to develop and interpret P&IDs;, mechanical drawings, and equipment schedules




Proficiency with AutoCAD or similar design software
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to manage multiple projects and shifting priorities
Preferred Experience Ammonia (NH₃) and CO₂ refrigeration system design
Engineering licensure (P.Eng.) or progress toward licensure
Building Automation Systems or refrigeration controls
System startup, commissioning, and field troubleshooting support
Industrial refrigeration construction and installation projects
What We're Looking For We’re looking for an engineer who understands that good refrigeration design goes beyond equipment selection — it requires understanding how a system performs as a whole, under real operating conditions, in demanding environments like cold storage and food & beverage production. Our strongest candidates can translate project requirements into practical, reliable designs and work well with project teams from concept through startup.
Benefits Group medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life and accidental death insurance
Short-term and long-term disability coverage
64 hours of sick/personal time upon hire
Paid vacation in accordance with company policy and applicable provincial employment standards
Paid holidays
Employee referral bonus
Professional development and training opportunities
Opportunities for advancement and long-term career growth
Supportive and collaborative team environment
Join Our Team If you have mechanical engineering experience in industrial refrigeration and want to apply your skills to cold storage and food & beverage facilities across Canada, we want to hear from you.

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📌 Mechanical Engineer Prairie (58941) (Manitoba)
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