Electrical R&D Engineer

Publiceringsdatum: 2026-05-08

Har du övervägt att arbeta inom yrken med teknisk inriktning-branschen? En möjlighet har öppnat upp för dig att börja arbeta som civilingenjör, elkraft hos NKT HV Cables AB. Detta är ett jobb på heltid där NKT HV Cables AB letar efter någon under tills vidare.

Denna position är tillgänglig i Karlskrona. NKT HV Cables AB behöver fler anställda som stödjer arbetet inom civilingenjör, elkraft. Kolla in deras lediga tjänst för att se om du har vad som krävs. Här är chansen att bli en del av NKT HV Cables AB och jobba som civilingenjör, elkraft! Ansök senast söndag den trettioförsta maj 2026.

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Company description:

NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6,000 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.3 billion in 2024. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com

Job description:

Contribute to innovation in high-voltage cable technology Are you ready to take what you have learned in your studies and apply it in real projects? At NKT, we are looking for a curious and structured Electrical R&D Engineer to join our skilled team in Karlskrona. You will support the development of HVDC cable systems that enable the green energy transition, and you will work in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment where you can learn from experienced colleagues and turn your ideas into practical improvements. Are you keen to grow as an engineer while helping solve complex technical challenges?   Innovate and analyze HVDC cable systems As an Electrical R&D Engineer, you will play a central role in developing and verifying electrothermal designs for HVDC cable systems. You will work closely with experts across disciplines to conduct experiments, analyze data, and support both R&D and commercial projects. Your work will directly contribute to NKT’s reputation in high-voltage cable manufacturing. What you will work with  

• Learning our HVDC cable technology and design principles through R&D assignments 
• Supporting electrothermal calculations and simulations for HVDC cable systems, and summarising results for projects 
• Measurement data analysis and investigating new measurement techniques for the cable systems. Contributing to failure investigations and material characterization together with other colleagues from different departments.  
• Participating in standardisation committees such as Cigré and IEC together with experienced colleagues 
• Supporting internal and commercial project deliveries and helping maintain testing databases and technical documentation 

You will join a highly skilled team based in Karlskrona, Sweden, and work closely with test labs and simulation specialists. You will receive support and guidance as you grow into the role, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility over time. Occasional travel may be required.  

Profile description:

Curious engineer who owns their tasks and collaborates to deliver We are looking for a curious engineer who enjoys digging into complex technical questions and turning findings into clear, practical output. You take responsibility for your tasks and follow through on agreed deliveries, while working closely with colleagues across R&D, testing and simulation. You communicate your results in a structured way and contribute to a supportive team environment.   You also have: 

• A Master’s degree or higher in Electrical Engineering or High Voltage Engineering 
• Experience in HV cable system design, and electrical modelling is preferred 
• Proficiency in engineering tools such as Matlab, Comsol, and PSCAD 
• Fluency in English; Swedish language skills is beneficial   

Be part of NKT’s growth journey NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have high ambitions on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you do not tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.   "As a leader I am promoting my team to take full responsibility for their respective areas, supporting a flexible way of working, while encouraging a great collaboration spirit. I look forward working with you!" Santhosh, Hiring  Manager   Read more about our offer and listen to some voices of NKT Connectors here!   We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply with an English version of your CV, no later than 31st of May. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, you are very welcome to contact Global Talent Attraction Specialist, Angelina Nilsson at angelina.nilsson@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail. 

We collect confidential candidate experience feedback to improve our recruitment process. Your responses are for quality development only and do not affect hiring decisions.   Union representatives Sveriges Ingenjörer - Christian Fisch, +46 455 56 380  Unionen - Joakim Wikström, +46 734 070 243 Ledarna - Roger Jönsson, +46 455 55 911   Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!  

 

We offer:

At NKT, you will have the opportunity to grow your career in a global company that values innovation and collaboration. You will work alongside experts in a supportive environment, gain exposure to international projects, and contribute to the development of sustainable energy solutions. Join us and be part of a team that is supporting the green transition.