Senior Refrigeration Engineer, Mechanical Engineering

Job Description
The Company:
WSP is one of the most diverse consulting firms in Africa. To further our strategic business execution plan, we are seeking leaders who share our guiding principles – we value our people and our reputation; we are locally dedicated with international scale; we are future-focused and challenge the status quo; we foster collaboration in everything we do, and we have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable. We are committed to the achievement and maintenance of diversity and equity in employment.

Key role:
We are seeking a skilled and experienced Consulting Engineer to lead the design, implementation, and close-out of commercial refrigeration installations. This dynamic role covers the full spectrum of consulting services—from project inception and detailed design to documentation, procurement, construction oversight, and final project handover.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate a strong track record in client engagement and leadership across refrigeration projects. While the primary focus is on refrigeration systems, the role may also extend to HVAC projects as needed.

If you're passionate about delivering high-quality engineering solutions and thrive in a client-facing, project-driven environment, we'd love to hear from you.

The responsibilities of this position include, but are not limited to:

• Proficient in, heat load calculations.
• Thorough understanding of South African National Standards (SANS – including 10147 & SANS 347), understanding of British Standards, ASHRAE, etc. will be advantageous).
• Design, based on client requirements and specifications
• Proficient in various modeling software and BIM conversant is essential (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM360, etc.)
• Proficient in all project stages from inception through to close-out and competent in constructing and compiling tender documentation and management of that process.
• Formulation of Bills of Quantities (BOQ's)
• Specialist equipment specifications understanding and approvals
• Quality control (QA/QC)
• Site supervision and construction monitoring
• Trouble shooting existing installations
• Cost control (related to HVAC & R only)
• Project scoping and scope monitoring
• Contractor and contract management (mechanical Refrigeration and HVAC discipline)

Health and Safety :
Role model standards for SHEQ performance and behaviour consistent with the company's health, safety, environmental, and quality vision and policies by influencing those around you

Contributing to the identification of SHEQ risks and driving processes to achieve Zero Harm

Embracing, displaying, and promoting the company values and ensuring a safe working environment is maintained at all times, whether in the office environment, on construction sites or in the general environment

Qualifications and Experience required:

• Must have a B Eng / BSc / B Tech in Mechanical Engineering or have the relevant work experience to be deemed as a competent person through ECSA
• Must be Professionally registered with ECSA
• We would consider candidates who have been professionally registered, who have gone through the recognition of prior learning process
• Must have minimum 5 years working experience in Refrigeration - Commercial
• Must have experience related to commercial refrigeration design and commissioning however HVAC Mechanical experience will be advantageous
• Suitable candidate can either be located in Johannesburg or Cape Town

Key Competencies and Generic Skills:

• Computer literacy skills (e.g. MS packages)
• Experience in various Autodesk products (AutoCAD, Revit, BIM360 suite)
• Must be self-motivated
• Team player
• Excellent communicator and good discussion and problem resolution skills
• A self-starter who can run with and manage his own projects with the guidance of a senior engineer
• Must be responsible and have a high level of self-sufficiency and be able to apply common sense
• Must have a questioning and inquisitive mind
• Code B drivers' licence (preferably own car)
• Willing and able to travel abroad

Additional Information
What's in it for you?
What if we can have a work-life balance?

What if we can be rewarded in ways that support our individual needs?

What if we can be accepted for who we are?

Here at WSP – we can
WSP recognizes that work is only one part of our lives, and making time for the other things in our lives is important – be that our families, our friends, or ourselves. So, if working from home, working part-time, or having flexible start and finish times will help with this, let us know as part of your application. As well as rewarding you with competitive pay, WSP offers standard benefits including first-class medical cover, generous annual leave, and paid professional subscriptions. Be you, be happy - we strive to have a friendly and inclusive culture which respects and maximizes the contribution individuals can bring to WSP. We recognize the benefits that people with varying backgrounds and experiences can bring.

Here at WSP we are committed to fair and inclusive recruitment practices in line with the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals, and actively encourage candidates from designated groups, including black people, women, and persons with disabilities, to apply. As part of our commitment to transformation and equity, we will give due consideration to affirmative action measures where applicable. If you are a person with a disability and meet the inherent requirements of the role, please let us know if you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the recruitment process. With Us you

With us, you can. Apply today.