Mechanical Engineer

Danfoss GmbH; Denmark; On-site; DKK 850,000 - 1,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Paid vacation

Pension plans

Personal insurance

Job summary

Danfoss GmbH in Silkeborg, Denmark is seeking a Mechanical Engineer to design, develop, and optimize heating and thermal systems for energy‑efficient performance. You’ll contribute from concept through validation and manufacturing, ensuring robust, production‑ready solutions.

We value a mechanical engineering background with 5+ years of heating or thermal experience, proficiency in CAD (Creo, SolidWorks), and strong analytical decision making in collaboration with cross‑functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering preferred or equivalent
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in heating or thermal systems
• Strong ability to perform thermal, hydraulic, and cost analysis
• Proficient in CAD and manufacturing-ready documentation

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize heating and thermal systems for energy efficiency
• Analyze district heating networks and perform thermal/hydraulic calculations
• Conduct engineering analyses to support technical decisions
• Contribute to new product development from concept to validation and manufacturing
• Create CAD models and documentation that meet manufacturing and quality standards

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Engineering calculations

Analytical decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

SolidWorks

Job description

Segment: Danfoss Climate Solutions Segment

Job Category: R&D, Technology and Engineering

Work Location Type: Hybrid

Mechanical Engineer

Req ID: 50148 Job Location: Silkeborg, DK Employment Type: Full Time

The Impact You Will Make

As a Mechanical Engineer you will help shape the next generation of efficient and sustainable heating solutions. Your work will directly support the performance, reliability, and scalability of heating systems used in buildings and district energy networks. You will turn complex engineering challenges into practical, production‑ready solutions. From early concept to validation, your expertise will contribute to technologies that reduce energy consumption and support the transition toward lower‑carbon heating. By working closely with manufacturing, quality, R&D, and project teams, you will ensure that ideas become robust products that perform in real‑world conditions and deliver value to customers and society.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Design, develop, and optimize heating and thermal systems to deliver reliable and energy‑efficient performance.
• Analyze and support district heating networks, including thermal and hydraulic calculations, to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Perform engineering analyses, covering thermal behavior, hydraulics, and cost considerations, to support sound technical decisions.
• Contribute to new product development, following solutions from concept through validation, testing, and manufacturing.
• Create CAD models (Creo, Solidworks) and technical documentation, ensuring designs meet manufacturing, quality, and regulatory requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• A background in mechanical engineering with at least 5 years of hands‑on experience in heating or thermal systems.
• Solid understanding of heating technologies, with the ability to diagnose and solve complex technical issues.
• Experience with engineering calculations (thermal, hydraulic, and cost‑related).
• Practical knowledge of CAD tools and creation of manufacturing‑ready documentation.
• A proactive, ownership‑driven mindset with the confidence to make analysis‑based technical decisions.
• Fluency in English and Danish is required.

What You’ll Get from Us

• We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities.
• You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work‑life balance. Your well‑being matters to us.
• We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected, and valued for who they are.
• You’ll receive benefits such as annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about—we think they’re pretty great.

Ready to Make a Difference?

If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.