Apprenticeships at KSI Kältetechnik: vacancies for mechatronics technicians specialising in refrigeration and air-conditioning (m/f/d)

KSI Job Advertisement: Mechatronics Engineer for Refrigeration Technology (m/f/d)

Ice is hot! Become a refrigeration engineer (m/f/d) at KSI Kältetechnik

Are you ready to take your career to the next level? At KSI Kältetechnik, a leading company in the refrigeration industry, we’re looking for people like you: eager to learn, technically minded and keen to become part of a dynamic team.

Your profile

You have successfully completed your schooling and are passionate about science. You are not put off by complicated diagrams or tables, and you have a talent for solving technical problems. You also enjoy working with people and know that a smile often says more than a thousand words.

Your mission

As a refrigeration engineer or mechatronics technician specialising in refrigeration technology (m/f/d), you’ll become an everyday hero. You’ll ensure that our refrigeration systems operate flawlessly by testing, measuring and adjusting them. You’ll work with technical drawings and a wide variety of materials, and you’ll be responsible for ensuring that everything is just right, right down to the smallest detail. Installing large refrigeration systems or technical centres is also a key part of the role.

Our promise

At KSI Kältetechnik, we’re proud of our ‘HUMAN TOUCH’ approach. This means that we value you not only as an employee, but also as a person. We offer you a permanent contract, regular working hours, attractive pay and opportunities for further training. And the best bit? You’ll be part of a team that sticks together and supports one another.

How to join us

Are you ready for this exciting journey? If so, please email us your application to info@ksi-kaelte.de or use our online application form. We look forward to getting to know you!

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Overview: The role of a mechatronics engineer specialising in refrigeration technology

The sun is shining in all its glory You walk into your flat and your attic room feels like your very own sauna. How much would you appreciate an air-conditioning system that cools your room down to a bearable temperature? But how does it actually work? If you’re passionate about technology and craftsmanship, Then that is exactly what you will learn on the mechatronics technician for refrigeration and air-conditioning training programme.

The Job description for a mechatronics engineer specialising in refrigeration technology is a highly varied and demanding field. These specialists are responsible for the design, installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration systems. We frequently work in sectors such as the food industry, building services engineering and the pharmaceutical industry, where precise temperature control is essential.

One important task is the Monitoring of technical processes and the security systems, in order to ensure a trouble-free operation to ensure this. Your responsibilities will also include installation, programming control systems, providing advice and delivering customer service. The apprenticeship requires a good understanding of technical matters, manual dexterity and precision.

The subsequent work experience offers a wide range of opportunities for specialisation and professional development in this important and growing field.

What interests should you have for this apprenticeship?

Prospective mechatronics engineers specialising in refrigeration technology should meet certain requirements and have certain interests, such as:

• Enjoying physics and maths
• Technical understanding
• Enjoys interacting with customers and colleagues
• Craftsmanship
• Team-based working
• You should also be keen to undertake further training

Educational requirements

You should have at least a good secondary school leaving certificate or a Realschule leaving certificate to apply for an apprenticeship as a mechatronics technician specialising in refrigeration technology.

What does the training programme for mechatronics technicians specialising in refrigeration involve?

Training usually takes 3.5 years and consists of a dual training programme that combines theoretical knowledge at a vocational school with practical experience at the training company.

During their training, trainee mechatronics engineers specialising in refrigeration technology learn all about the Installation, maintenance and repair of refrigeration and air-conditioning components, as well as their control and regulation systems.

The training programme covers, amongst other things, electrical engineering, refrigeration technology and control engineering, as well as the installation and maintenance of refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.

The trainees also undertake various work placements to apply what they have learnt in a practical setting and to consolidate their knowledge.

At the end of the training programme, there is the Final examination in which trainee mechatronics engineers specialising in refrigeration technology must demonstrate their knowledge and skills.

Once you have successfully completed your training, you can work in various areas of refrigeration technology, such as refrigeration system installation or refrigeration servicing.

What do you learn on the Mechatronics Technician for Refrigeration and Air-Conditioning Technology apprenticeship?

School education

During the training, you learn how to work with various technologies and principles that are used in Refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, cooling systems and heat pump systems be utilised. The mechanical and electronic aspects of the profession are equally important, which is why the emphasis is on a combination of the two.

The training programme comprises both theoretical lessons and practical work, and includes subjects such as Thermodynamics, physics and mathematics. You will learn how to design, install and maintain refrigeration systems. This includes carrying out safety checks, as well as troubleshooting and repairing refrigeration and air-conditioning systems.

In chemistry, you’ll analyse various coolants, and in engineering, you’ll learn how to work with electrical Circuit diagrams and assembly instructions to deal with.

Since we Specialist in refrigeration technology using natural refrigerants If this is the case, we will provide you with additional training in this area. You will also gain an insight into the energy efficiency and environmental sustainability of these systems.

Mathematics is another important aspect of this training, as it will enable you to calculate the required cooling capacity and select the right components for each system.

Practical part

During the practical part of your apprenticeship Do you build refrigeration systems, lay pipes and fit insulation material. As part of your day-to-day work, you will learn how to weld using soldering and welding equipment under the guidance of your training supervisor, in order to To connect valves and pipes.

Once you have learnt how to read circuit diagrams for electrical components, you will start laying your first electrical cables and integrating the refrigeration system into the circuit. You will also learn how to programme and commission the systems. Training at the customer’s premises in the operation of air-conditioning and refrigeration equipment is also an important part of your training.

To ensure that the customer is able to operate the refrigeration system, you programme the control and regulation systems and check that they are working properly. Should a customer one day contact you because of a fault – because something is not working properly – you will be back on site to repair the electrical and electronic components. That is why specialist knowledge of electronics is also essential.

In addition, the Maintenance and repairs Refrigeration systems are a key part of this profession, as the safety of the system is the top priority.
As the use of tools is essential for a career as a mechatronics engineer specialising in refrigeration technology, this is also practised. Over time, you’ll realise here too that: Practical experience is the key to success.

Conclusion

With all these skills, this apprenticeship will train you to become a true all-rounder.

An overview of the benefits of working at KSI

Basics

• Vocational school in Reichenbach
• Permanent employment contract
• Regular working hours that allow for a family life
• No on-call or weekend duties
• Attractive and performance-related pay
• A modern working environment
• Continued payment of wages in the event of non-deployment or illness
• Allowances such as meal and travel allowances
• Fully funded nursery and crèche places
• Vouchers and other special benefits

Additional services

• Occupational pension schemes
• Driving licence costs may be covered
• Ongoing professional development opportunities
• Annual driver safety training
• Meal allowance
• Company mobile phone
• Company car
• Special payments: holiday pay and Christmas bonus
• Jobrad

What opportunities do you have for further training?

Further training and courses

To achieve outstanding results in your field on a long-term basis, it is crucial that you Continuously updating your knowledge and skills and to expand it.

At KSI Kältetechnik, we place great emphasis on lifelong learning our staff. That is why we carry out at least once a month We run training sessions on a variety of topics. These not only give you a deeper insight into your colleagues’ areas of work, but also enable an active exchange of experiences and knowledge.

You can develop your practical skills in our new training workshop, which is also located in Heinsdorfergrund near Reichenbach in the Vogtland region.

Champion

Your apprenticeship doesn’t have to be the end of the road. With the Master's Certificate You’ll have far more opportunities for career development and will even be able to train apprentices yourself. To do this, you’ll attend special Training centres run by the Chambers of Skilled Trades You take the courses and sit your master’s examination at the end. Depending on whether you study full-time or part-time, the preparation takes between 6 months and 2 years. DAre you a champion already? You can find vacancies here.

State-certified technician

Another way to advance your career as a mechatronics engineer specialising in refrigeration technology is the Further training to become a state-certified technician. This qualification is comparable to the master craftsman’s examination, but includes fewer business management elements.

As a state-certified technician you take responsibility in the planning and execution of manufacturing, installation and maintenance work on refrigeration and HVAC systems. Your responsibilities will also include monitoring these processes, and you will check the functionality and safety of systems at KSI Kältetechnik.

You also have the option of to work in technical sales or customer service. In this role, you will support engineers in the development of new systems and make a valuable contribution to the continuous improvement of our products and services.

Degree course

If, after completing your training, you still wish to a keen interest in further training and personal development If you have, there is the option of studying at a University of Applied Sciences or university to follow. Engineering degree programmes such as refrigeration systems engineering or energy and utilities engineering might be of interest to you.

You are free to decide whether you want to embark on the Bachelor’s degree restrict or, subsequently, also a Master’s degree you wish to pursue. To obtain a Bachelor’s degree, you generally need a an additional period of study of around three years is required. This presents an excellent opportunity to deepen your knowledge and skills in your field and to broaden your career prospects.