Senior Mechanical Engineer Data Centre

About Arup

Shape a future with purpose at Arup as a Senior Mechanical Engineer Data Centre in Frankfurt, Berlin or Düsseldorf. Arup, a trust-owned company, has been guiding how we shape a better world for over 75 years through its purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach. Data Centres are vital infrastructure, supporting everything from business to public services. Arup’s international and multidisciplinary team in Frankfurt is leading the design of innovative and energy-efficient data centres, ensuring clients achieve performance, cost-efficiency, and sustainability goals.

The Opportunity

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

Key Responsibilities of a Senior Mechanical Engineer Data Centre at Arup:

• Lead the design of mechanical systems (Cooling, HVAC, PH, Fire Fighting, Diesel supply systems) on medium to large-scale Mission Critical projects through all design stages from Concept to Construction Supervision and Hand-Over.
• Lead the preparation and review of design deliverables.
• Lead projects and work closely with data center clients to deliver quality work meeting their specific needs.
• Present technical content to diverse audiences.
• Maintain a strong grasp of industry trends and standard methodologies.
• Coordinate with internal and external project stakeholders, including other disciplines, authorities, public service providers, and international clients.
• Connect solutions and ideas to broader project and client goals.
• Deliver timely feedback and recognition to team members.
• Mentor and supervise junior staff, collaborating with skillful multi-disciplinary teams locally, regionally, and globally.

What We Are Looking For:

We seek someone passionate about sustainable data centre design who possesses:

• University Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years’ experience designing mission-critical mechanical systems, with data centre experience being a plus.
• Strong background in industrial cooling/HVAC systems.
• Knowledge of German codes and relevant industry standards.
• Experience with Revit MEP / BIM.
• Fluent in English and ideally German.
• Strong communication skills, team mindset, and focus on quality & sustainability.

Nice to Have:

• Technical Due Diligence experience.
• Tier Levels (UI, TÜV IT), SPOF Analysis.
• EEFG, PUE/WUE knowledge.

Why Arup?

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

Benefits That Work For You:

• Flexible working: Choice of full or part-time model, ability to work outside 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), and individual development opportunities through Arup University.
• Perspectives abroad: Opportunity for short (6 months) or longer (1-2 years) assignments in other Arup offices worldwide.
• Profit sharing: Twice-yearly profit distribution based on Arup's global performance.
• Welfare & Family: Company pension plan, occupational disability insurance, mobility benefits (e.g., Swapfiets rental bike), day-care allowance, and, in Berlin, a day-care place if required.

Diversity and Inclusion:

Arup is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a workplace reflecting the rich diversity of the world. We promote inclusion where everyone feels welcome, respected, and valued. We welcome applications from all backgrounds and are committed to accessible recruitment processes. For assistance, visit our Candidate Support page.

Key skills/competency:

• Mechanical Engineering
• Data Centre Design
• HVAC Systems
• Industrial Cooling
• Mission Critical Systems
• Revit MEP
• BIM
• Project Leadership
• Sustainability
• German Codes