Refrigeration Engineer
JBS USA
Nacogdoches, Texas, Mt. Pleasant Posted October 26, 2026
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Job Description
Position at Pilgrim's
Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer
At Pilgrim’s,
Safety Is
A
Condition
, which means the safety of our team members comes first - always.
REQUIREMENTS/RESPONSIBILITIES:
The
Refrigeration Engineer / Refrigeration Project Engineer
is responsible for performing the following duties within his/her area of responsibility:
Working with all Pilgrims sites to promote Safe Processes, Projects, Products and People through use of OSHA safe work practices
Development and Implementation of CAPEX Ammonia Refrigeration projects for all Pilgrims sites. Including but not limited to Budgeting, Scope Development, Drawings, management
of contractors for
the execution / construction
of the system,
and project close-out per Pilgrims CAPEX program
Refrigeration System Design including but not limited to: equipment selection, piping diagrams, system controls, pipe sizin
g, and all applicable codes and standards
Ability to troubleshoot and make recommendations for the safe and effective operation of ammonia refrigeration systems and equipment
Ability to complete required system calculations including: room & process heat loads, mass & energy balance for the system, air balance, and
psych
r
ometrics
Understand the OSHA PSM codes and Standards and ensure safe design and implementation / construction of Ammonia Refrigeration systems and equipment
Understand and utilize the IIAR/ANSI/ASHRAE codes and standards as they apply to the construction and operation of the ammonia refrigeration system
Participate in the Management of Change procedures and standards for all changes made to the ammonia refrigeration systems
Participat
e
in
Process Hazards Analysis
(PHAs) for
Pilgrims’ sites
as required
Participat
e
and
help lead / drive
the completion / resolution of al
l
PSM / RMP recommendations and other related issues as required
Participat
e
in
Incident Investigations using Root Cause Analysis for reported Ammonia leaks
as required
Help sites within
the company
continually improve their PSM / RMP programs
Maintain knowledge
on all new refrigeration codes and standards
Tracking and
updating
all Process Safety Information any time there is a change to the systems
Travel to
Pilgrim’s
sites as required to ensure proper
operation, safety, and compliance
Travel to Pilgrim’s sites as required for the safe implementation / construction of ammonia refrigeration systems
Other related duties as required
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:
Experience in
the design and construction of
Ammonia Refrigeration
systems
Competent with the use
AutoCAD
English/Spanish bi-lingual a plus
Basic knowledge of the operations of Ammonia Refrigeration / Thermodynamic systems
Ability to complete engineering calculations for ammonia inventory, relief valve design, load and energy balances, ventilation requirements and releases
Experience with six
sigma
, total predictive maintenance (TPM), Operational Excellence (OE) or other continuous improvement methodologies
preferred
Experience using APSM or similar PSM compliance software
Ability to read and interpret Piping and Instrument
Diagrams (P&IDs)
and Block Flow diagrams
Ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals professionally
Ability to present information
and communicate effectively to all levels of management
Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Detailed oriented and
self-motivated
Proven project management and change management skills
Ability to apply and interpret regulatory standards and consensus standards to situations not specifically addressed by the standards
Demonstrated ability to respond to crises in an effective and timely manner
Must be willing to travel.
Must be willing to relocate to a Pilgrim’s facility or live within the vicinity of a Pilgrim’s facility.
EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Bachelor
’
s degree in Mechanical
Engineering,
Chemical Engineering or related fiel
d preferred
Why Work for Pilgrim’s?
Benefits
: Vision, Medical, and Dental coverage begin after 60 days of employment;
Paid Time Off
: sick leave, vacation, and 6 company observed holidays;
401(k):
company match begins after the first year of service and follows the company vesting schedule;
Base Salary
range of
$132,086.00
+/- based on experience
Incentive Pay:
This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s annual bonus plan; the amount of bonus varies and is subject to the standard terms and conditions of the incentive program; and
Career Development:
Our company is dedicated to supporting professional growth by offering continuous learning opportunities and a focus on career growth through various learning and development programs;
Better Futures
The Company is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our team members and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct drug, alcohol, and background checks for all new team members post-offer and prior to the start of employment. The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work.
About us:
Pilgrim’s is a leading global food company with more than 62,000 team members worldwide. The company processes, prepares, packages, and delivers fresh, frozen, and value-added food products for customers in more than 100 countries. Pilgrim’s operates protein processing plants and prepared foods facilities in 14 states, Puerto Rico, Mexico, the U.K, the Republic of Ireland and continental Europe.
Our mission:
To be the best in all that we do, completely focused on our business, ensuring the best products and services to our customers, a relationship of trust with our suppliers, profitability for our shareholders and the opportunity of a better future for all of our team members.
Our core values are:
Availability, Determination, Discipline, Humility, Ownership, Simplicity, Sincerity
EOE, including disability/vets
Unsolicited Assistance:
JBS and its companies do not accept unsolicited assistance from any recruitment vendors for any of our open jobs. All resumes or candidate profiles submitted by recruitment vendors or headhunters to any employee at JBS and its companies or via the applicant tracking system, in any form without a valid written request and search agreement previously approved by HR, will be solely owned by JBS and its companies. No fees will be paid should the candidate be hired by JBS and its companies because of an unsolicited referral.
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