Data Centre Mechanical Lead — Flexible Work & Impact

Arup; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working

Mentoring program

Arup University

Profit sharing

Pension scheme

Mobility program

Job summary

Arup is seeking an Associate/Lead Mechanical Engineer for Data Centres in Europe, with a focus on innovative, energy‑efficient designs and leadership across projects from concept to handover. You’ll shape strategy, mentor teams, and engage with clients to deliver resilient, cost‑effective solutions.

You will work on medium to large mission‑critical data centre projects, influencing through design standards, BIM workflows, and advanced modelling while collaborating with global colleagues and

Qualifications

• Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent with leadership experience on mission‑critical mechanical design.
• Deep expertise in precision cooling and data centre design, from due diligence to handover.
• Knowledge of German codes/standards (HOAI, RIBA) and international best practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical leadership for mechanical systems on mission‑critical projects (cooling, HVAC, public health, fire protection, energy systems).
• Lead client engagement, translating business objectives into sustainable, resilient mechanical designs.
• Oversee design quality and deliverables to ensure compliance and coordination.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and present complex solutions clearly to clients and authorities.
• Mentor engineers and drive standards, digital workflows, and innovation in data centre design.

Skills

Mechanical engineering

Data centre experience

Revit MEP / BIM

CFD

English (fluent)

German or Polish ability

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Revit MEP

CFD software

Job description

Arup is seeking an Associate/Lead Mechanical Engineer for Data Centres in Europe, with a focus on innovative, energy‑efficient designs and leadership across projects from concept to handover. You’ll shape strategy, mentor teams, and engage with clients to deliver resilient, cost‑effective solutions.

You will work on medium to large mission‑critical data centre projects, influencing through design standards, BIM workflows, and advanced modelling while collaborating with global colleagues and