Engineer HVDC / HVAC Cable Systems (m/w/d)

Job Description

Join NKT as an Engineer in HVDC / HVAC Cable Systems Engineering and contribute to projects that support the green transition through high voltage land and offshore cable systems. You will work in an international environment, collaborating across engineering, project management and production. This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical capabilities while contributing to complex infrastructure projects. Do you want to be part of connecting renewable energy across Europe?

Support HVDC / HVAC cable system design and delivery

In this role, you will contribute to the technical development of HVDC and HVAC cable systems during both tender and execution phases. Working closely with experienced engineers, you will take ownership of defined work packages while supporting system design, documentation and project coordination in large-scale cable infrastructure projects.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Review tender documents and customer requirements for technical feasibility
• Perform calculations for cable system design (e.g. ampacity, thermal behaviour, losses)
• Prepare and maintain technical documentation and drawings
• Coordinate cables, accessories and related internal and external services
• Review and comment on subcontractor technical deliverables

You will be part of a specialised engineering team and collaborate with project management, procurement and installation teams. The position is based in Germany with occasional travel to project sites or customer meetings.

Collaborative engineer with analytical and structured mindset

You are a team-oriented individual who enjoys working in a structured and solution-focused manner. You communicate clearly with different stakeholders and are comfortable working in an international project environment. You are motivated to learn, open to feedback and contribute positively to team collaboration.

You also have:

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering or similar
• Experience with modelling and dimensioning of cable systems
• Initial experience in large-scale or high voltage projects
• Proficiency in German and English (written and spoken)
• Knowledge of tools such as Microsoft 365, MS Project, SAP, COMSOL or MATLAB (programming knowledge is a plus)

Contribute to reliable energy infrastructure for the future

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 don't 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.

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills through continuous learning, work alongside experienced colleagues and contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects. At NKT, you will be part of a collaborative and international environment with modern working conditions and attractive benefits.

"As a leader, I value curiosity, collaboration and a structured approach to complex engineering challenges. In this role, you will contribute to projects that play an important part in connecting renewable energy," says Hiring Manager, Philipp Ruffing.

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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than July 12 of 2026. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Global Talent Attraction Specialist at [email protected]. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

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