R&D Engineer II - Design

R&D Engineer-II - Design (R&D Accessories)

Innovate high voltage power cable accessories

Are you a focused and future-oriented Design Engineer with experience in mechanical modelling and simulations? Do you want to be part of the world’s renewable energy transformation? NKT is expanding our R&D HVAC Accessories team, offering a unique opportunity to design and develop for the future. Join us in our mission to reach climate neutrality and contribute to advanced transmission systems for renewable energy. Do you want to join a globally expanding team?

Develop innovative high voltage accessories

As an R&D Engineer-II, you will play a crucial role in product development projects for high voltage power cable accessories. You will utilize 3D CAD design software to deliver new designs based on innovative concepts. Your role will be to:

• Participate in product development projects and utilize 3D CAD design software.
• Implement comprehensive knowledge in high voltage power products and applications.
• Understand mechanical/electrical simulations and materials used in high voltage cable accessories.
• Utilize various manufacturing processes to reduce costs of components.
• Collaborate closely with other specialists within NKT.

You will be part of a global Accessories R&D team, collaborating with sites in Sweden, Germany, and India. The position is based in Chennai, with occasional travel estimated at 20 days per year, both domestic and international.

Experienced design engineer driven by innovation

• We are looking for a motivated and innovative individual with a BTech/MTech degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.
• Should have 4+ years of experience in designing medium or high voltage power products, proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, and the ability to evaluate simulation results.
• Knowledge of high voltage test labs and design for manufacturing is essential. Fluency in Business English is required.

You also have:

• Very good proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, CREO, etc.).
• Good knowledge of PLM systems like Windchill.
• Ability to perform electrical/mechanical simulations by COMSOL/Ansys.
• Good communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in product design.

Transform the landscape of high voltage technology

NKT is committed to cultivating a diverse organization and a culture where people from different backgrounds can thrive and are inspired to perform at their best. We believe that a diverse organization enables sustainable performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture makes for a better place to work.

Join us for career development opportunities, being part of a collaborative team, and the chance to grow your skills in an international setting. Be a part of our growth journey and contribute to a greener future.

Read more about our offer and listen to some voices of NKT Connectors here! We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 31st May 2025. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Girija.rajendran@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!

LI-GR1 #LI-Hybrid

R&D Engineer-II - Design (R&D Accessories)

Innovate high voltage power cable accessories

Are you a focused and future-oriented Design Engineer with experience in mechanical modelling and simulations? Do you want to be part of the world’s renewable energy transformation? NKT is expanding our R&D HVAC Accessories team, offering a unique opportunity to design and develop for the future. Join us in our mission to reach climate neutrality and contribute to advanced transmission systems for renewable energy. Do you want to join a globally expanding team?

Develop innovative high voltage accessories

As an R&D Engineer-II, you will play a crucial role in product development projects for high voltage power cable accessories. You will utilize 3D CAD design software to deliver new designs based on innovative concepts. Your role will be to:

• Participate in product development projects and utilize 3D CAD design software.
• Implement comprehensive knowledge in high voltage power products and applications.
• Understand mechanical/electrical simulations and materials used in high voltage cable accessories.
• Utilize various manufacturing processes to reduce costs of components.
• Collaborate closely with other specialists within NKT.

You will be part of a global Accessories R&D team, collaborating with sites in Sweden, Germany, and India. The position is based in Chennai, with occasional travel estimated at 20 days per year, both domestic and international.

Experienced design engineer driven by innovation

• We are looking for a motivated and innovative individual with a BTech/MTech degree in Mechanical or Electrical engineering.
• Should have 4+ years of experience in designing medium or high voltage power products, proficiency in SolidWorks for 3D modeling, and the ability to evaluate simulation results.
• Knowledge of high voltage test labs and design for manufacturing is essential. Fluency in Business English is required.

You also have:

• Very good proficiency in CAD software (SolidWorks, CREO, etc.).
• Good knowledge of PLM systems like Windchill.
• Ability to perform electrical/mechanical simulations by COMSOL/Ansys.
• Good communication skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Ability to lead cross-functional teams in product design.

Transform the landscape of high voltage technology

NKT is committed to cultivating a diverse organization and a culture where people from different backgrounds can thrive and are inspired to perform at their best. We believe that a diverse organization enables sustainable performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture makes for a better place to work.

Join us for career development opportunities, being part of a collaborative team, and the chance to grow your skills in an international setting. Be a part of our growth journey and contribute to a greener future.

Read more about our offer and listen to some voices of NKT Connectors here! We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 31st May 2025. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Girija.rajendran@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!

LI-GR1 #LI-Hybrid

About NKT
Join a diverse and global organization developing, manufacturing and delivering market leading power cable accessories ensuring reliable and long-term performance in power cable systems. The Accessories business line operates from production sites in Sweden and Germany with sales in more than 100 countries. 

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