We are looking for a technically skilled Mid-Level Chiller Systems Engineer to support and optimize chiller plant operations in a high-demand power plant environment. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience with industrial chillers, cooling towers, and auxiliary systems, with a strong focus on performance optimization, reliability, and energy efficiency.
Manage the operation of centrifugal, screw, or absorption chillers including cooling towers, pumps, and secondary loops.
Monitor system parameters (pressures, temperatures, flow rates, power consumption) and adjust operating conditions for optimal efficiency.
Respond to alarms and anomalies, ensuring minimum downtime and quick resolution.
Lead preventive maintenance routines, including vibration analysis, refrigerant management, oil changes, and heat exchanger cleaning.
Collaborate with maintenance teams and vendors for complex repairs, overhauls, and component replacements.
Maintain logs, generate fault reports, and contribute to root cause investigations.
Analyze chiller performance data to improve COP, reduce energy consumption, and identify degradation trends.
Recommend control strategy enhancements and upgrades to improve load matching and thermal storage integration.
Assist in the implementation of condition-based monitoring systems.
Ensure all operational, maintenance, and refrigerant handling practices comply with ASHRAE, EPA, and plant-specific standards.
Update SOPs, technical manuals, and performance logs.
Assist in internal and external audits of HVAC and utility cooling systems.
Support capital projects involving chiller replacements, upgrades, and control system integration.
Provide technical mentoring to junior engineers and technicians.
Liaise with suppliers and OEMs for technical clarifications and spare parts.
Manage chiller plant performance and reliability
Coordinate and improve preventive/corrective maintenance practices
Analyze and optimize cooling system energy use
Ensure regulatory and safety compliance
Contribute to team training and system improvement projects
Education:
Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, HVAC Engineering, or relevant technical field
Certifications (Preferred):
HVAC System Certification, ASHRAE Training, EPA Section 608 Certification, or equivalent
Experience:
3–6 years of hands-on experience with industrial/commercial chiller systems (power plant or heavy industry preferred)
Skills:
Proficient in HVAC troubleshooting, thermodynamics, and refrigeration principles
Able to interpret P&IDs, mechanical layouts, and system logic diagrams
Experience with energy management tools and SCADA/BMS systems
Strong communication, problem-solving, and data analysis capabilities