Lead Mechanical Engineer – Data Centers, Compute Nordic

Barona Teollisuus Oy; Etelä-Savo; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Barona Teollisuus Oy is recruiting a Lead Mechanical Engineer for Compute Nordic. You will act as technical authority for mechanical systems in data center projects, coordinating with clients, partners and internal teams to deliver reliable, cutting-edge cooling solutions.

We seek a candidate with 10+ years in mechanical engineering for mission-critical infrastructure, strong HVAC knowledge, and excellent English. The role involves remote/EU travel up to 30% and collaboration across Europe.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 10+ years in mechanical engineering for critical infrastructure.
• Experience in data centers or mission-critical industries.
• Strong understanding of HVAC, cooling technologies and infrastructure.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and coordination of mechanical systems for data center projects.
• Provide technical expertise in HVAC, fire protection, and advanced cooling.
• Support air-to-liquid and liquid-to-liquid cooling system designs for high-density computing.
• Review and approve technical documentation and deliverables.
• Lead testing, commissioning, and factory acceptance activities.
• Act as primary technical contact for stakeholders throughout project lifecycle.

Skills

HVAC expertise

Mechanical engineering

Project leadership

Datacenter experience

Multidisciplinary teamwork

English proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Do you want to help shape the future of AI-driven data center infrastructure?

Barona is recruiting a Lead Mechanical Engineer for our client Compute Nordic, a growingdeveloper and operator of secure, sustainable, and carbon-neutral data center infrastructure in Northern Europe. This is an opportunity to take a leading technical role in the design and delivery of advanced cooling and mechanical systems for some of the world’s most demanding mission-critical environments.

Your role

As a Lead Mechanical Engineer, you will act as the technical authority for mechanical systems within complex data center projects. You will work closely with clients, engineering partners, contractors, suppliers, and internal teams to develop innovative and reliable solutions for modern hyperscale and AI data centers.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Leading the development and coordination of mechanical systems for data center projects
• Providing technical expertise in HVAC, fire protection, and advanced cooling solutions
• Supporting the design of air-to-liquid and liquid-to-liquid cooling systems forhigh-density computing environments
• Reviewing and approving technical documentation, designs, and engineering deliverables
• Leading testing, commissioning, and factory acceptance activities
• Acting as the primary technical point of contact for key stakeholders throughout theproject lifecycle

In this role, you will contribute to the development of highly resilient and energy-efficient infrastructure that supports the growing demands of AI and high-performance computing.

What we’re looking for

To succeed in this role, you combine strong mechanical engineering expertise with the ability to make sound technical decisions and collaborate with stakeholders across international projects.

We expect you to have:

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Approximately 10+ years of experience in mechanical engineering and critical infrastructure projects
• Experience from data centers or other mission-critical industries such as energy, powergeneration, process industries, or EPC projects
• Strong understanding of HVAC systems, cooling technologies, and mechanicalinfrastructure
• Experience working with complex engineering projects and multidisciplinary teams
• Excellent English communication skills, both written and spoken

Why join Compute Nordic?

At Compute Nordic, you’ll be part of a highly skilled international team working on projects that support the rapid growth of digital services and artificial intelligence. The company combines entrepreneurial agility with technically ambitious projects, providing an environment where experienced professionals can make a real impact.

You will gain exposure to cutting-edge data center technologies, collaborate with leading global clients, and play a key role in developing the infrastructure that powers tomorrow’s digital world.

Location

You can be based in Finland, Norway, or elsewhere within the EU and work remotely. While the role offers flexibility, it also provides the opportunity to be closely involved in projects across Europe and beyond. Travel to customer sites, project locations, and supplier facilities is an integral part of the position and may account for up to 30% of your working time, depending on project phase and business needs.

Employment relationship: Commission

Wage: Other

Number of positions: 1

Source: Job Market Finland/Työmarkkinatori

Osaamisalue: Teollisuus & tuotanto