Lead Engineer – Compressor Packs R&D

About the role

Johnson Controls in Holme near Aarhus is looking for a Lead Engineer for its R&D team, which develops and optimises its market-leading Sabroe compressor packs used in industrial chillers and heat pumps. The role sits at the heart of product development, technical analysis and performance optimisation, with development, production and test facilities on the same site.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and optimise compressors and their mechanical systems
• Analyse performance, efficiency, reliability and life expectancy
• Carry out mechanical, fluid and thermodynamic calculations
• Plan and run tests and validation activities
• Drive product improvements and contribute to the next generation of Sabroe compressors
• Work closely with production, the test centre, service and global engineering teams
• Provide technical support to internal and external stakeholders

Required profile

• Mechanical engineer degree, preferably master's level, or equivalent technical background
• Experience developing, analysing or optimising complex mechanical products
• Strong analytical skills and interest in mechanics, fluids and thermodynamics
• Experience with technical calculations, testing and validation
• Professional English communication
• Experience with compressors, combustion engines, rotating equipment, transmissions, hydraulics or similar advanced mechanical systems is an advantage but not required

What we offer

• Specialist role in compressor technology with strong influence on technical solutions
• Closely integrated development, testing and production on the same site, with own production and test facilities in Holme
• Flexible work with one day working from home per week

Applications are submitted through the company's career page, with CV and application attached; applications are processed continuously.