R&D Electrical Engineer - Simulation & Experiment

Are you ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in advanced R&D projects?

At NKT’s HV Technology Department, we are looking for a skilled and forward-thinking R&D Electrical Engineer to lead technical innovation in High Voltage and Ultra High Voltage applications.

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

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

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.

Application deadline: 31 May 2026

(Selection is ongoing; personality assessments may be part of the process.)

Contact

For questions about the position, contact Hiring Manager Claire Pitois at Claire.Pitois@nkt.com

For recruitment process inquiries, contact HRBP Jenny McWhinney at Jenny.Mcwhinney@nkt.com

Union Representatives: Sveriges Ingenjörer - Zohreh Keshavarz at Zohreh.Keshavarz@nkt.com or Edo Kolic at Edo.Kolic@nkt.com

Due to GDPR regulations, applications cannot be accepted by email.

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About NKT
Join a diverse and international team of experts developing the power cable technology of the future, focusing on deeper seas, lower losses and higher performance. The technology department leads the company's R&D programme, including materials development, and operates some of the most advanced high-voltage testing centres in the industry. NKT also operates a technology consulting centre in Sweden, where technical experts and scientists support the industry worldwide with cross-disciplinary R&D projects and technical investigations.

At NKT, we are all Connectors. We connect to develop leading power cable technologies that enable the world’s transition to renewable energy - and we stay connected to grow as people and professionals. As a company, NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and plays a key role as the world moves towards clean energy. NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling reliable energy transmission. Since 1891, NKT has innovated the power cable technology, building the infrastructure from the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today.
NKT is headquartered in Denmark, operates from more than 30 countries worldwide, and employs 6,500 people globally. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.6 billion in 2025. NKT - We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com