Mechanical Project Engineer – Data Centre Construction

Breagh Recruitment Ltd; Fredericia Kommune; On-site; DKK 605,000 - 740,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Accommodation provided

Tax-free daily living allowance

Flights and rotation package

Pension contribution

Private healthcare

Annual bonus

Continuous professional development

Career progression into Senior M/E and

Long-term European project pipeline

Job summary

International Mechanical & Electrical Contractor is delivering a major data centre project in Fredericia, Denmark. They seek a hands-on Mechanical Project Engineer to support from design coordination through installation, testing and commissioning, collaborating with design teams, subcontractors and client representatives to deliver mechanical systems on time and to spec.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, effective communication across disciplines and a proven track record

Qualifications

• Must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a recognised mechanical trade qualification.
• Proven experience with a mechanical contractor on commercial, pharmaceutical, industrial or data centre projects.
• Minimum 4 years' experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical installations, technical submittals, commissioning and quality inspections.
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects is essential.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical design information with site installation teams.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and manage coordinated drawings across mechanical, electrical, structural and architectural disciplines.
• Produce and review technical submittals and respond to RFIs with the design team.
• Assist with procurement, purchase orders and material tracking.
• Verify deliveries and maintain accurate records of plant and equipment arriving on site.
• Carry out quality inspections, snagging and system walkdowns.
• Populate and manage commissioning test packs through to completion.
• Prepare method statements and risk assessments for mechanical activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors and monitor installation quality and programme delivery.
• Attend design, coordination and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support weekly progress reporting and project documentation.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental compliance throughout the project.

Skills

Mechanical project experience

Coordinate with multidisciplinaryTeams

Strong technical knowledge

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Building Services Engineering

Tools

Document control systems

Digital project management platforms

Job description

Mechanical Project Engineer – Data Centre Construction (BH-3446-1)

Location Denmark, Denmark Sector Engineering Salary 80,000.00 EU per annum

Job title: Mechanical Project Engineer – Data Centre Construction

Location: Fredericia, Denmark

Company: International Mechanical & Electrical Contractor

Salary: Up to €90,000 DOE

The Company

This internationally recognised mechanical and electrical contractor delivers some of Europe's most technically demanding projects across the data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial and advanced manufacturing sectors. With a strong pipeline of secured work across mainland Europe, the company has built a reputation for delivering complex engineering projects safely, on programme and to exceptionally high standards.

Based on a major data centre development in Fredericia, Denmark, this is an opportunity to join an experienced project delivery team working on a flagship project with long-term career progression available throughout Europe.

The Role: Mechanical Project Engineer

As a Mechanical Project Engineer, you will support the delivery of a large-scale data centre project from design coordination through installation, testing and commissioning. Reporting to the Mechanical Project Manager, you will work closely with design teams, subcontractors and client representatives to ensure all mechanical systems are delivered safely, efficiently and in accordance with project specifications.

This is a hands-on engineering role requiring strong technical knowledge, excellent coordination skills and previous experience delivering mechanical packages on large construction projects.

Must Have Requirements

• Must have a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or a recognised mechanical trade qualification.
• Proven experience required with a mechanical contractor on commercial, pharmaceutical, industrial or data centre projects
• Must have at least 4 years' experience as a Mechanical Project Engineer or similar role.
• Strong understanding of mechanical installations, technical submittals, commissioning and quality inspections.
• Experience working on large-scale construction projects is essential.

Preferred Experience

• Previous data centre experience would be advantageous.
• Experience using document control systems and digital project management platforms.
• Knowledge of commissioning procedures and test pack management.
• Commercial awareness with an understanding of project costs and variations.

Nice to Have

• Experience mentoring Graduate or Junior Engineers.
• BIM coordination experience.
• Familiarity with European construction standards and project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate mechanical design information with site installation teams.
• Review drawings, specifications and technical documentation to ensure compliance.
• Prepare and manage coordinated drawings across mechanical, electrical, structural and architectural disciplines.
• Produce and review technical submittals and respond to RFIs with the design team.
• Assist with procurement, purchase orders and material tracking.
• Verify deliveries and maintain accurate records of plant and equipment arriving on site.
• Carry out quality inspections, snagging and system walkdowns.
• Populate and manage commissioning test packs through to completion.
• Prepare method statements and risk assessments for mechanical activities.
• Coordinate subcontractors and monitor installation quality and programme delivery.
• Attend design, coordination and progress meetings with internal and external stakeholders.
• Support weekly progress reporting and project documentation.
• Maintain high standards of Health & Safety, Quality and Environmental compliance throughout the project.

About You

You are an organised Mechanical Project Engineer who enjoys being involved in every stage of project delivery, from design coordination through to commissioning. You have strong technical knowledge, communicate well with multidisciplinary teams and understand the importance of maintaining programme, quality and safety on complex construction projects.

You can confidently manage multiple priorities, resolve technical issues efficiently and build strong working relationships with consultants, subcontractors and project teams. Your attention to detail and commitment to delivering quality engineering solutions make you a valuable part of any major project team.

What's on Offer

Salary: Upto €90,000 DOE

Benefits:

• Accommodation provided
• Tax-free daily living allowance
• Flights and rotation package
• Pension contribution
• Private healthcare
• Annual bonus
• Continuous professional development
• Clear progression into Senior Mechanical Engineer and Project Management roles
• Long-term European project pipeline

Why Apply?

This is an excellent opportunity for a Mechanical Project Engineer looking to build experience on one of Europe's largest data centre developments. You'll join an established engineering contractor with an outstanding reputation for delivering technically challenging projects across the pharmaceutical, industrial and mission-critical sectors.

The company offers long-term stability, structured career progression and the opportunity to work alongside some of the industry's most experienced mechanical engineering professionals while developing your expertise on high-value projects.