Mechanical Design Engineer – Data Centers

Empiric; Region Syddanmark; On-site; DKK 101,000 - 175,000; Part time

Job summary

Empiric is seeking a Mechanical Design Engineer to head up the Denmark mechanical design engineering for hyperscale data center projects. You will lead a local team, engage clients, and drive the growth of the Danish operation while ensuring alignment with EN, DIN, BS, and IEC standards.

The role requires seniority in MEP design and proven leadership in client-facing environments, with fluency in Danish and strong professional English skills.

Qualifications

• Proven background as a Senior, Lead, or Principal Mechanical Engineer specializing in Building Services / MEP design.
• Direct experience in Data Centers or high-reliability environments.
• Fluent Danish speaker with strong professional English skills.
• Leadership: able to lead workshops, manage client relationships and drive growth.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical discipline on large-scale data center developments.
• Deliver high-performance, resilient infrastructure aligned with best practice.
• Oversee power distribution coordination and thermal management across multi-disciplinary teams.
• Act as lead technical contact for key accounts and translate client requirements into buildable designs.
• Spearhead the formation and development of a local Danish engineering team.

Skills

Senior Mechanical Engineer

Lead/Principal Engineer

Client engagement

MEP design

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

Mechanical Design Engineer – Data Centers

Client Industry: Building Services & Mission Critical Engineering Consultancy

Location: Denmark

Type: Freelance

About Our Client

We are currently recruiting on behalf of a leading international MEP and building services engineering consultancy. Driven by rapid growth in the European tech sector, our client is expanding its footprint in Denmark to support major hyperscale data center developments.

To establish a long-term footprint, they are looking to hire a Mechanical Design Engineer based in Denmark. This individual will serve as the "Face of the Business" in Denmark, heading up local mechanical design engineering, driving client engagement, and championing the growth of their internal Danish team.

The Role & Key Responsibilities:

As the primary mechanical authority in Denmark, you will provide hands‑on technical leadership alongside strategic client engagement, guiding hyperscale data center projects through all RIBA design stages from initial concept to final commissioning.

Technical Leadership & Mechanical Design:

• Lead the mechanical discipline on complex, large-scale data center developments.
• Deliver high-performance, resilient infrastructure aligned with international best practice.
• Oversee power distribution coordination and thermal management strategies across multi-disciplinary MEP teams.

Client Leadership & Account Management:

• Act as the lead technical point of contact and client front‑person for key global accounts.
• Lead design review meetings, manage customer relationships, and translate client requirements into tailored, buildable design solutions.
• Represent the business locally to drive brand awareness and expand client relationships across Germany.

Team Development & Regional Capability:

• Spearhead the creation and development of a permanent local engineering team on the ground in Denmark.
• Resource and direct multi‑project engineering teams, supporting international staff through structured 1:1 mentoring, performance reviews, and career development.

Quality Assurance & Governance:

• Maintain rigorous quality control and design governance standards across all project deliverables.
• Ensure strict adherence to Danish and European engineering codes (EN, DIN, BS, and IEC standards).

Who We Are Looking For:

• Technical Background: Proven background as a Senior, Lead, or Principal Mechanical Engineer specialising in Building Services / MEP design.
• Sector Expertise: Direct experience in Data Centers or high-reliability mission‑critical environments (e.g., pharmaceutical plants, hospitals, cleanrooms).
• Language Requirements: Fluent Danish speaker (essential for local client‑facing and authority management) with strong professional English skills.
• Leadership Attributes: An assertive front‑person comfortable managing clients, leading technical workshops, and driving business growth.