Are you driven to create impactful solutions for sustainability in one of the world’s fastest-growing sectors? As demand for cloud computing and AI-driven services accelerates, data centers face unprecedented pressure to improve energy efficiency and reduce emissions through advanced automation.
Danfoss is seeking a Lead Engineer, Customer Control Development – Data Centers, to join our Application Control Development team. Reporting to the Director of Application Software, you’ll play a key part in designing and developing innovative system-level control applications that support the decarbonization and optimization of thermal infrastructure in data centers and industrial environments.
Success will be measured by your contributions to effective, scalable control solutions and by strong collaboration across internal and external stakeholders.
What You’ll Be Doing Act as system control architect, designing scalable and energy-efficient solutions for thermal management in data centers and industrial applications. Develop, test, and optimize modular control algorithms and systems, ensuring reliability through simulation and real-world validation. Integrate control solutions with cloud platforms to enable remote monitoring, predictive maintenance, and continuous optimization Collaborate with customers, OEMs, and internal teams to align solutions with technical requirements, sustainability goals, and business objectives. Ensure software quality and performance through code/design reviews and by staying updated on the latest control technologies and industry trends. What We're Looking For Bachelor’s or master’s degree in Control, Mechanical, or related Engineering field. Proven experience designing and implementing control systems for thermal management (HVAC, cooling, industrial processes). Proficiency in Model-Based Design with MATLAB/Simulink and practical experience with real-time control platforms (e.g., PLCs). Hands-on expertise in validating and troubleshooting control systems through simulation and field testing. Knowledge of cloud-based monitoring/optimization, control theory, and experience in multinational project environments; data center background is a plus.
We are seeking a proactive and self-driven professional with strong analytical and problem-solving skills, able to interpret both simulation and field test results. You thrive in multicultural, cross-disciplinary teams and communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders. With a commitment to continuous learning, you are confident leading technical discussions, building consensus, and adapting in a dynamic environment. The role also involves occasional onsite presence at customer locations, data centers, or test facilities for system validation.
What You'll Get from Us We promote from within and support your learning with mentoring, training, and access to global opportunities You’ll have flexibility, autonomy, and support to do your best work while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. Your well-being matters to us. We strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are respected and valued for who they are. You’ll receive benefits like an annual bonus, paid vacation, pension plans, personal insurance, and more. These vary by country and contract, but they’re worth asking about - we think they’re great. Ready to Make a Difference?
If this role excites you, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now to start the conversation and learn more about where your career can go with us.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.