Industrial Refrigeration Consortium Scientist I

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Job Summary:

The Industrial Refrigeration Consortium (IRC) at the University of Wisconsin-Madison is a collaborative effort between the University of Wisconsin- Madison and industry with a mission to improve the safety, efficiency, and productivity of industrial refrigeration systems and technologies.

The IRC is seeking an engineer to join our team and continue making transformative contributions for the benefit of IRC members and the industry. 
The person in this position will work both independently and within teams to support IRC-related activities in research, outreach, and education for its member companies and the broader industry. Responsibilities will include:

• Apply expertise in refrigeration technology to improve the safety, efficiency, reliability, and productivity of large-scale field-erected industrial refrigeration systems.

• Develop appropriate engineering analyses to support recommendations on both an individual systems basis and a broader industry basis.

• Perform complex computer-based analyses of existing and proposed refrigeration systems. 

• Interact with manufacturers, contractors, consulting engineers, and other industry professionals through involvement on IIAR and ASHRAE committees.

• Prepare engineering reports, studies, and guidebooks for the IRC, IRC member companies, and other agencies providing funding on a project-by-project basis.

• Assist with graduate students related research projects.

• Develop or assist in the development of project proposals, workshops, conferences, proceedings, and seminars.

• Present in technology transfer programs offered by the IRC.

• Execute a professional development plan and the pursuit of appropriate professional certificates and licenses applicable to the IRC mission.

• Apply appropriate communication, organizational, and administrative skills.

• Travel to off-site locations in Wisconsin and throughout the U.S.

Additional information:

• This position can be full or part-time, between 50-100%.

• This position is eligible to work partially remote; or fully on-site. Remote work requires an approved remote work agreement (RWA) agreement. An RWA requires successful candidates to possess their own high-speed internet and phone to perform the work on a university provided computer. Per University policy, transportation between home and assigned work location is not payable/reimbursable and will be at the expense of the employee.

Key Job Responsibilities:

• Assists with the identification of research problems and the development of research methodologies and procedures

• Collects and analyzes research data, conducts experiments and interviews, and documents results according to established policies and procedures under general supervision and limited responsibility

• Attends and assists with the facilitation of scholarly events and presentations in support of continued professional development and the dissemination of research information

• Serves as an facilitator in professional development outreach courses in the area of ammonia refrigeration systems and process safety management.

• Writes or assists in developing grant applications and proposals to secure research funding

• Conducts literature reviews, prepares reports and materials, and disseminates information to appropriate entities

• Serves as a main point of contact and liaison with internal and external stakeholders providing information and representing the interests of a specialized research area

Department:

College of Engineering, Department of Mechanical Engineering

Compensation:

The starting salary for the position is $70,000, but is negotiable based on experience and qualifications. 

Required Qualifications:

• Minimum of 2 years of experience working with refrigeration systems in a research or industrial setting is required.

• Strong analytical and communication (both written and verbal) skills are essential.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in ammonia refrigeration systems and/or process safety management experience are strongly preferred.

• Candidates with teaching experience and professional presentations are preferred

Education:

Ph.D. is required in Mechanical or Chemical Engineering or closely related field.

How to Apply:

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Contact Information:

Alissa Girdler

1513 University Ave
Madison, WI 53706

agirdler@wisc.edu

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