Senior Mechanical Engineer – Hyperscale Data Centre

Breagh Recruitment Ltd; Fredericia Kommune; On-site; DKK 747,000 - 897,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive overseas package

Accommodation provided or allowance

Flights and travel support

Pension

Private healthcare

Annual performance bonus

Life assurance

Ongoing CPD and leadership development

Long-term European project pipeline

Career progression into Senior Eng/PM

Job summary

International Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Contractor in Fredericia, Denmark is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a major hyperscale data centre project. You will own the mechanical engineering function from design through handover, leading a team and coordinating with electrical and commissioning.

The role demands 10+ years in mechanical engineering within construction, strong data centre experience, and a proven track record leading teams; attractive package and long-term European

Qualifications

• Must have 10+ years experience in Mechanical Engineering within the construction sector.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial or mission critical projects.
• Experience leading mechanical engineering teams on major projects is required.
• Strong background in mechanical building services installation and commissioning.
• Experience working for a mechanical contractor or M&E contractor on large construction projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead the mechanical engineering function across the full project lifecycle.
• Manage and mentor the mechanical engineering team, allocating work packages and supporting technical development.
• Coordinate mechanical design reviews and technical submissions.
• Manage RFIs, technical queries and engineering documentation.
• Oversee technical procurement, supplier coordination and equipment approvals.
• Monitor quality throughout installation, testing and commissioning.
• Manage ITPs, FATs, SATs, pressure testing, flushing, balancing and certification activities.
• Coordinate mechanical commissioning and system handovers.
• Work closely with Electrical, CSA and Commissioning teams to ensure integrated project delivery.
• Ensure all mechanical works are delivered safely and in line with programme requirements.
• Identify technical risks early and implement mitigation strategies.
• Provide structured reporting to senior project management and business leadership.
• Maintain excellent relationships with clients, consultants and subcontractors throughout project delivery.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Team leadership

Data centre experience

Project management

Procurement knowledge

Building services installation

Education

Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Chartered Engineer (desirable)

Tools

BIM

Navisworks

Job description

International Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Contractor in Fredericia, Denmark is seeking a Lead Mechanical Engineer for a major hyperscale data centre project. You will own the mechanical engineering function from design through handover, leading a team and coordinating with electrical and commissioning.

The role demands 10+ years in mechanical engineering within construction, strong data centre experience, and a proven track record leading teams; attractive package and long-term European