R&D Electrical Engineer - Simulation & Experiment
NKT
Company Overview
NKT A/S
Rotterdam, Netherlands
1891
Approximately 5,700 employees worldwide (source: linkedin.com). NKT reports in EUR with a fiscal year from January to December, but specific revenue figures for 2023 are not detailed in the available data.
What They Do
NKT specializes in the production of electrical cables, with a strong focus on offshore high-voltage direct current cables that connect offshore wind farms to onshore networks. The company also offers high-voltage energy highways and construction cables for residential, commercial, and industrial use (source: wikipedia.org). NKT operates through various segments, including Solutions, Applications, and Service & Accessories, designing, producing, and installing cable solutions for low, medium, and high-voltage systems (source: stockanalysis.com). Their product range includes high-voltage cables for onshore and offshore applications, as well as flexible cables and telecom cables (source: investing.com). NKT's target markets are diverse and include countries such as Germany, Sweden, the UK, Poland, the USA, Norway, the Czech Republic, France, the Netherlands, and Portugal, serving utilities, wind and solar developers, and grid operators.
Projects & Track Record
NKT is known for delivering offshore high-voltage direct current cables for wind farm connection projects and high-voltage energy highways. Their manufacturing and laying capabilities were strengthened by the acquisition of ABB HV Cables in 2017, including the factory in Karlskrona and the cable-laying vessel NKT Victoria (source: wikipedia.org). The company has offices in Rotterdam, Mannheim, Alingsås, Malmö, and Karlskrona, supporting European projects, and has a geographical presence throughout Europe with 10 production sites (source: stockanalysis.com). Key clients include EnBW in Germany, a major distribution system operator, with whom they have a long-term collaboration in grid development (source: cision.com). While specific project capacities and costs are not detailed, their track record highlights megawatt-scale renewable interconnections.
Recent Developments
NKT has recently secured two multi-year framework agreements with EnBW for low and medium-voltage cables to support the energy transition in Germany. These agreements cover a fixed period of three years with an option for a two-year extension and include firm commitments for a broad portfolio (source: cision.com). The company continues to benefit from the growth stemming from the acquisition of ABB in 2017, with no mergers, acquisitions, or funding rounds specified in the past two years; they have released annual reports for 2023 and 2024 highlighting the progress of their operations (source: nkt.us). No specific awards or certifications have been noted in recent reporting.
Working at NKT
At NKT, there are various positions available, including engineering, manufacturing, installation, R&D, sales, and services, spread across different departments such as Solutions (high-voltage projects), Applications (medium/low-voltage cables), and Service & Accessories (maintenance/accessories) (source: stockanalysis.com). The company recruits staff at production sites in Denmark, Sweden, Germany, the Netherlands, the Czech Republic, Austria, Norway, Poland, the UK, France, Portugal, the USA, and at the headquarters (source: wikipedia.org). The corporate culture is international with Scandinavian roots, emphasizing safety, opportunities for remote work, flexible working hours, and a high-tech environment that offers career development opportunities (source: nkt.com). Specific benefits such as compensation details are not documented in the sources; opportunities are promoted through the company’s career page.
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Job Description
At NKT in Karlskrona, we develop and manufacture high voltage power cables that enable the transition to renewable energy. Here, you will be part of an international engineering centre with advanced high voltage test halls, modern cable production and the cable laying vessel NKT Victoria. As Connectors, we collaborate to develop innovative technology that connects a greener and more sustainable world. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and operates in more than 30 countries.NKT - We connect a greener world. www.NKT.com.
About the role
You will manage technical and project initiatives, combining deep theoretical knowledge with practical experimentation. Your knowledge and skills in electromagnetic, thermal, and high-voltage engineering will be essential to understand, model, and predict complex phenomena in HV components and insulation systems.
Based at our Technology Center in Västerås, you will work in a highly collaborative environment with access to advanced laboratories and colleagues who are specialists in their fields. NKT is making significant investments in R&D, offering a great chance to contribute to advanced innovation in the energy sector.
Your responsibilities
As an R&D Electrical Engineer, you will:
- Model and simulate electromagnetic and thermal phenomena in insulation systems
- Develop future designs for High Voltage products and superconductor cable systems
- Increase understanding of AC and DC electromagnetic phenomena through theory and experiments
- Build electrical test circuits and perform electro-thermal testing to validate simulations
- Analyze electrical failures and recommend design or process improvements
- Contribute to technology and product innovation by identifying and implementing creative solutions
- Identify and mitigate technical and project risks in R&D and consulting work
- Provide technical advisory support to internal and external stakeholders
- Propose and initiate R&D projects aligned with NKT's long-term technology strategy
- Build and maintain a global network of technical partners and business units
Why NKT?
At NKT, we value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. We believe diverse perspectives create sustainable performance and a workplace where people are inspired to do their best.
Who we are looking for
You are a motivated and structured problem solver who combines a methodical approach with creativity. You work systematically, take initiative, and are trusted to deliver high-quality results. You also understand the business context and can translate technical insights into customer and organizational value.
Required qualifications
- MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering or High Voltage Engineering/Technology
- Experience with electromagnetic or multiphysics simulations (e.g. FEM)
- Proficient in commercial numerical tools such as MATLAB, ANSYS, COMSOL, PSPICE, and LabVIEW
- Minimum 3 years' experience in R&D or a similar technical role
- Proficient communication skills in spoken and written English
Contact
For questions about the position, contact Hiring Manager Claire Pitois at [email protected]
For recruitment process inquiries, contact HRBP Anna Lundell at [email protected]
Union Representatives: Sveriges Ingenjörer - Zohreh Keshavarz at [email protected] or Edo Kolic at [email protected]
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About the role
June 7, 2026
Full time
Company
- Västerås, Sweden
Minimum 3 years in R&D or a similar technical role
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