Lead Mechanical Systems Engineer - Data Center

Nordscale Operations AS; Bjerkvik - Rahkka; Remote; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation package

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

Nordscale Operations AS in Narvik invites a Mechanical Technical Expert to lead and own the mechanical systems for our high-growth data center campus (25MW/75MW). You will ensure cooling performance, reliability, and safety, guiding design choices and optimization as capacity expands.

This onsite role demands strong troubleshooting, leadership of on-site teams and subcontractors, and close collaboration with operations and engineering to deliver efficient, compliant infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Strong data center experience (hyperscaler or AI preferred).
• Deep expertise in mechanical systems management (HVAC, air and liquid cooling, chillers).
• Category B driving license desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for mechanical systems (e.g., cooling, HVAC, chillers)
• Support operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical infrastructure
• Support development of site documentation and procedures relating to mechnical systems
• Lead commissioning, testing, and performance validation
• Lead root cause analysis and drive continuous improvements
• Be responsible for the operational reliability of all site mechanical systems
• Provide technical guidance and leadership to teams and subcontractors
• Ensure systems operate efficiently, reliably and align with compliance requirements
• Support design reviews, upgrades, and commissioning activities
• Identify and implement process and system improvements

Skills

Mechanical systems

HVAC experience

Leadership on-site

Troubleshooting

Root cause analysis

Tools

Data center operations

Job description

Nordscale Operations AS in Narvik invites a Mechanical Technical Expert to lead and own the mechanical systems for our high-growth data center campus (25MW/75MW). You will ensure cooling performance, reliability, and safety, guiding design choices and optimization as capacity expands.

This onsite role demands strong troubleshooting, leadership of on-site teams and subcontractors, and close collaboration with operations and engineering to deliver efficient, compliant infrastructure.