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Job ID: lead-mechanical-design-engineer-data-centres-remotePosted: 2026-03-24Location: Europe, Frankfurt, GermanySalary: GBP 120,000 - 125,000 + Holidays + PackageEmployment Type: PermanentCompany: LJB & CoSenior / Lead Mechanical Design Engineer – Data Centres - Remote120,000 - 125,000 + Holidays + Package Location: Germany (Local Hire – Frankfurt / Berlin / Munich)A boutique-to-mid-size specialist engineering consultancy with a strong reputation in mission-critical and hyperscale data centre design is expanding its German team and is seeking a Senior / Lead Mechanical Design Engineer.This consultancy is recognised for delivering high-performance cooling and mechanical infrastructure for some of Europe’s largest data centre developments.
Engineers work closely with clients, architects, and project delivery teams, playing a key role in shaping design strategies rather than simply producing drawings.You will lead the mechanical design on major data centre projects, acting as a technical authority within multidisciplinary teams and client-facing environments.
Key Responsibilities• Lead mechanical design for hyperscale and colocation data centres • Develop cooling strategies including chilled water, CRAH/CRAC, and liquid cooling systems • Design and review HVAC systems, plant rooms, and mechanical distribution networks • Manage coordination with electrical, structural, and architectural disciplines • Review and approve mechanical calculations, specifications, and technical drawings • Provide technical leadership across concept, detailed design, and IFC stages • Support construction teams and commissioning activities • Ensure compliance with German regulations and international standards Requirements• Degree-qualified Mechanical Engineer / Building Services Engineer • Proven data centre mechanical design experience (essential) • Strong understanding of HVAC, chilled water systems, cooling redundancy, and thermal management • Experience working within engineering consultancies or technical advisory roles • Locally based in Germany (local hire only) Why Join• Join a consultancy with a true engineering-led culture • Long-term local role — no rotation or excessive travel • Work on some of Europe’s most technically advanced data centres • Strong career progression into principal and design leadership roles
