Thorkild Rasmussen

About Thorkild Rasmussen

I generally have a diversified background within various industries solidly grounded in both a technical and managerial background. Successful and elegantly vested in both theory and in practice- Auto mechanic - Electrician- Ba. in Marine Engineering and Technical management- MBA(HDO) in Organization and Management Hands on experience with and leading design efforts within (but not limited to)- Substation design- Data center design- WTG design- Short circuit calculations- Arc Flash analysis- Coordination studies- Protection relays- Transformers - Switch gear- Cables- The Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC and harmonized standards as IEC60204-1, IEC13849-1 & 2- UL 508, NFPA70- ITIC curves - Dynamic modelling in PSS/E and PSCAD - CAD tools like EPLAN (Electric P8 and Pro Panel), PCSchematic and Caddy++

Experience

1. Electrical Engineering Manager

   MARA

   Apr 2025 — Present · Orlando, FL, US

   As Electrical Engineering Manager for Site Development at MARA, I lead the design, standardization, and delivery of advanced data center facilities and major infrastructure upgrades across the world. I manage projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring optimal use of space, power, and cooling in high-performance environments.My role bridges technical leadership and strategic execution—overseeing electrical system design (MV circuits, equipment sizing), guiding multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring projects meet technical standards, timelines, and budgets. I serve as the primary point of contact for data center layouts, vendor coordination, and equipment procurement, while driving efficiency and value engineering across all projects.Key focus areas:End-to-end engineering management for multiple sitesElectrical design in compliance with NEC, and life safety codesVendor selection, procurement strategy, and technical bid packagesIntegration of electrical systems into broader architectural and mechanical designsSupervision of engineering consultants and construction teamsStaying ahead of emerging crypto mining, cooling, and power optimization technologiesI thrive in fast-paced, complex environments, balancing hands-on technical problem-solving with big-picture project leadership to deliver scalable, reliable, and efficient infrastructure solutions.

Education

• Aarhus BSS - Aarhus University

  Graduate diploma in business administration , HD(O)

  2016 — 2018

• Erhvervsakademi Aarhus | Business Academy Aarhus

  AP degree in Business Economics, Business Economics

  2011 — 2014

• Silkeborg tekniske skole

  automecanic, Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician

  1996 — 2000

• Aarhus Maskinmesterskole

  Bachelor's degree, Technology management and marine engineering

  2001 — 2004

Skills

• Robot Programming
• Manufacturing
• As400 System
• Sap
• Siemens S7-200
• Ptc Creo
• Microsoft Office
• Automation
• Ndt
• Plc Allen Bradley
• Electrical Engineering
• Navision
• Pc Schematic
• Project Planning
• Team Management
• Project Management