Mechanical Engineering
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Job title: Senior Mechanical Engineer – Data Centre Project
Location: Fredericia, Denmark
Company: International Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Contractor
Package: €80,000 to €100,000 DOE + comprehensive overseas package
The Company
This internationally recognised engineering contractor delivers large-scale mechanical and electrical projects across Europe within the data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial and advanced manufacturing sectors. With a strong pipeline of work secured for the coming years, the company continues to invest in its people, providing long-term career progression, structured training, and the opportunity to work on technically demanding projects.
Based on a major data centre project in Fredericia, Denmark, you'll join an experienced delivery team focused on quality, safety and programme performance while working on one of Europe's most significant construction sectors.
The Role: Senior Mechanical Engineer
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of a major data centre project in Fredericia. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will coordinate the technical engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning of mechanical systems from design through to handover.
Working closely with the design team, subcontractors and site management, you will ensure all mechanical works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project specifications, programme requirements and quality standards. You will also support and mentor junior engineers while driving technical excellence across the project.
Must Have Requirements
You are an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer who enjoys taking ownership of technically challenging projects. You have strong coordination skills, communicate effectively with project teams and consultants, and are comfortable managing multiple workstreams in a live construction environment.
You understand the importance of quality, health and safety, and programme delivery while maintaining excellent technical standards throughout every stage of a mechanical installation. Your organised approach and attention to detail allow you to successfully deliver complex mechanical packages on major construction projects.
What's on Offer Salary:
€80,000 to €100,000 DOE
Benefits:
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join one of Europe's most respected engineering contractors on a landmark data centre project in Fredericia, Denmark.
With a substantial project pipeline, structured career development and exposure to some of the most technically advanced engineering projects in Europe, this role offers genuine long-term progression for ambitious mechanical engineering professionals.
How to Apply
Call Stephen Nugent on 015314345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment are specialists in recruiting Mechanical Engineers, Senior Mechanical Engineers, Building Services Engineers and MEP professionals for leading contractors across Ireland and Europe. We work closely with companies delivering major data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial and commercial construction projects, helping experienced engineering professionals secure long-term career opportunities.
Location: Fredericia, Denmark
Company: International Mechanical & Electrical Engineering Contractor
Package: €80,000 to €100,000 DOE + comprehensive overseas package
The Company
This internationally recognised engineering contractor delivers large-scale mechanical and electrical projects across Europe within the data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial and advanced manufacturing sectors. With a strong pipeline of work secured for the coming years, the company continues to invest in its people, providing long-term career progression, structured training, and the opportunity to work on technically demanding projects.
Based on a major data centre project in Fredericia, Denmark, you'll join an experienced delivery team focused on quality, safety and programme performance while working on one of Europe's most significant construction sectors.
The Role: Senior Mechanical Engineer
As a Senior Mechanical Engineer, you will play a key role in the successful delivery of a major data centre project in Fredericia. Reporting to the Project Manager, you will coordinate the technical engineering, procurement, installation and commissioning of mechanical systems from design through to handover.
Working closely with the design team, subcontractors and site management, you will ensure all mechanical works are delivered safely, efficiently and in line with project specifications, programme requirements and quality standards. You will also support and mentor junior engineers while driving technical excellence across the project.
Must Have Requirements
- Must have 5+ years' experience as a Mechanical Engineer with a mechanical contractor.
- Proven experience delivering commercial, pharmaceutical, industrial or data centre projects.
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Building Services Engineering or an equivalent qualification.
- Strong experience managing technical submittals, RFIs, procurement and coordinated services drawings.
- Experience working on large-scale mechanical installations through to commissioning.
- Previous data centre project experience.
- Knowledge of BIM coordination and digital construction platforms.
- Experience managing commissioning activities and test packs.
- Strong commercial awareness with experience identifying value engineering opportunities.
- Senior Trades qualification with extensive project engineering experience.
- Previous experience mentoring graduate and junior engineers.
- Knowledge of QA/QC procedures and commissioning documentation.
- Coordinate mechanical engineering activities from design through installation and commissioning.
- Review design drawings, specifications and technical documentation.
- Produce and manage coordinated services drawings with design teams.
- Prepare and review technical submittals and material approvals.
- Process procurement requests and purchase orders for mechanical equipment.
- Coordinate RFIs and technical queries with consultants and design teams.
- Verify materials and equipment delivered to site.
- Prepare method statements and risk assessments.
- Monitor subcontractor performance and installation quality.
- Carry out inspections, snagging and quality control of mechanical installations.
- Complete P&ID walkdowns and system verification.
- Prepare commissioning documentation and populate test packs.
- Assist with weekly project reporting and programme updates.
- Support commercial teams with variations, take-offs and cost-saving initiatives.
- Mentor junior engineers and contribute to continuous improvement across the engineering team.
You are an experienced Senior Mechanical Engineer who enjoys taking ownership of technically challenging projects. You have strong coordination skills, communicate effectively with project teams and consultants, and are comfortable managing multiple workstreams in a live construction environment.
You understand the importance of quality, health and safety, and programme delivery while maintaining excellent technical standards throughout every stage of a mechanical installation. Your organised approach and attention to detail allow you to successfully deliver complex mechanical packages on major construction projects.
What's on Offer Salary:
€80,000 to €100,000 DOE
Benefits:
- Comprehensive overseas package
- Accommodation and travel support
- Pension
- Annual bonus
- Healthcare
- Ongoing professional development
- Structured career progression
- Long-term European project pipeline
- Opportunity to work on flagship data centre developments
This is an excellent opportunity for a Senior Mechanical Engineer to join one of Europe's most respected engineering contractors on a landmark data centre project in Fredericia, Denmark.
With a substantial project pipeline, structured career development and exposure to some of the most technically advanced engineering projects in Europe, this role offers genuine long-term progression for ambitious mechanical engineering professionals.
How to Apply
Call Stephen Nugent on 015314345 or email stephen@breaghrecruitment.com for a confidential discussion.
Why Breagh Recruitment
Breagh Recruitment are specialists in recruiting Mechanical Engineers, Senior Mechanical Engineers, Building Services Engineers and MEP professionals for leading contractors across Ireland and Europe. We work closely with companies delivering major data centre, pharmaceutical, industrial and commercial construction projects, helping experienced engineering professionals secure long-term career opportunities.
