Applications Engineer

Overview:

About CCR

CCR Commercial Refrigeration is a global leader in sustainable refrigeration solutions for food retail and industrial applications. We design and manufacture high-efficiency refrigeration systems, display cabinets, mechanical systems, and turnkey solutions that help customers improve product merchandising while reducing energy consumption and operating costs. We combine engineering excellence, disciplined execution, and customer focus to deliver complex programs that support our growth strategy across regions and markets.

Position Summary

We are seeking a recent Mechanical Engineering graduate to join our Applications Engineering team supporting refrigeration solutions. This role is focused on technical product application, system selection support, and customer-facing engineering assistance across North American and Latin American markets and provides the opportunity to develop expertise in commercial refrigeration systems, CO₂ (R744) technology, and customer-facing engineering while working alongside experienced engineering professionals.

The ideal candidate is technically strong, highly curious, and comfortable working directly with customers, sales teams, and factory engineering groups. This position follows a hybrid work schedule and is based in Charlotte, NC.

Responsibilities:

Support application engineering for CO₂ (R744) refrigeration systems, condensing units, and rack systems

Assist in system selection, sizing, and configuration based on customer requirements and project specifications

Review and interpret technical drawings, P&IDs, and electrical/mechanical schematics

Provide technical support with guidance from senior engineers to sales and field teams, including troubleshooting and application guidance

Collaborate with factory engineering teams to ensure correct product application and system performance

Help prepare technical submittals, quotes, and system documentation for customers

Participate in testing, validation, and performance analysis of refrigeration systems

Support commissioning and field issue resolution as needed (remote and occasional site support)

Communicate directly with customers and partners

Qualifications:

Required

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Strong understanding of thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid mechanics

Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel

Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical concepts clearly

Ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional engineering environment

Ability to travel up to approximately 15% for customer visits, factory training, and commissioning support.

Preferred

Familiarity with CAD software (SolidWorks, AutoCAD, or similar) is preferred; training and development will be provided for the right candidate.

Fluent in written and spoken Spanish (preferred)