Mechanical Lead Data Centre

Mechanical Lead Data Centre (m, w, d)

Shape a future with purpose at Arup in Frankfurt, Berlin or Düsseldorf. 

Engineer innovative and sustainable solutions for the future of data centres.

Arup’s purpose, shared values and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

Data Centres are crucial components of today’s infrastructure, supporting everything from business to public services. Operators must ensure the longevity, efficiency, and sustainability of their sites while optimizing them for mission-critical tasks. Arup’s international and multidisciplinary team in Frankfurt is at the forefront of designing innovative and energy-efficient data centres, ensuring that our clients meet their goals of performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability.

The Opportunity

Join our international and multidisciplinary team of passionate design engineers and help us create high-quality, sustainable, and innovative data centre structures. You will work on medium to large-scale mission-critical projects, covering all stages of design — from concept to construction supervision and handover.

As a Mechanical Engineer - Data Centre at Arup, you will:

• Provide technical leadership and set design standards for mechanical systems (Cooling, HVAC, PH, Fire Fighting, Diesel supply and Energy) across medium to large-scale mission-critical projects.
•  Lead strategic client engagements, understanding their business objectives and translating them into innovative, sustainable, and cost-effective mechanical solutions.
•  Oversee the preparation, review, and approval of design deliverables, ensuring quality, compliance, and alignment with project goals.
•  Present complex technical solutions to technical and non-technical audiences, advocating industry best practices and innovative methodologies.
• Coordinate and influence across internal and external stakeholders, including multi-disciplinary teams, authorities, consultants, and international clients.
•  Mentor, coach, and supervise senior and junior engineers, developing technical capabilities and leadership across the local, regional, and global network.
• Connect project-level solutions to broader organizational strategy, driving innovation and efficiency in data centre design.
• Lead initiatives to improve design standards, operational efficiency, sustainability, and digital workflows within the team.

Does this role inspire you?

We are looking for someone passionate about sustainable data centre design and who possesses:

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• 12+ years’ experience designing mission-critical mechanical systems, preferably with a strong track record in data centres
•   Deep expertise in industrial precision cooling, and mission-critical mechanical systems design for large-scale data centre projects, with extensive experience spanning early site selection, technical due diligence, permitting, detailed design, and procurement.
• Proven expertise across construction, commissioning, and handover phases of industrial and mission-critical buildings
• Extensive knowledge of German codes, standards, and international best practices
• Deep knowledge of RIBA, HOAI, and hyperscalers delivery methodologies
• Proven experience in Revit MEP / BIM, CFD, Hydraulic studies and digital design workflows
• Fluent in English and B1 German, ideally Fluent in both
• Exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align engineering solutions with business and client objectives
• Strong focus on quality, sustainability, and innovation

Nice to have

• Experience in technical due diligence, Tier Level assessments (UI, TÜV IT), and SPOF analysis
• Expertise in energy efficiency metrics (EEFG, PUE/WUE)
• Experience leading cross-regional or international projects

Why Arup?

At Arup, we believe in rewarding our members for their contributions to our shared success. As a trust-owned company, we have the freedom to pursue meaningful work that aligns with our purpose and values. We also offer a unique profit share program, allowing our members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits that work for you:

• Flexible working -Choice of full or part time model, the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek and up to 20 days a year working from another country.

• Personal development- Mentoring program, various trainings (e.g. language courses for German and English) and individual development opportunities through our Arup University.

• Perspectives abroad The opportunity to apply for short (6 months) or longer (1 to 2 years) assignments in other Arup offices worldwide.

• Profit sharing Twice-yearly profit distribution based on Arup's global performance (profit shares), not on individual performance or turnover targets.

• Welfare & Family Company pension plan, occupational disability insurance, mobility (e.g. Swapfiets rental bike), day-care allowance and, in Berlin, a day-care place with our cooperation partner, if required.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective where individuality is encouraged. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas. You'll have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, and to the clients and communities we serve. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and are committed to building a workplace that reflects the rich diversity of the world around us. We actively promote a culture of inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued.

We welcome applications from talented individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, disability, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic. We are committed to making our recruitment process and workplaces accessible.

Do you want to join us in shaping a better world?

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