High Voltage R&D Engineer

Are you interested in using some of the most advanced high-voltage testing equipment in the field to support progress in power transmission?

At NKT’s HV Technology Department, we are looking for a motivated and skilled High Voltage R&D Engineer to contribute to innovation in High Voltage and Ultra High Voltage applications. You will have the chance to collaborate with highly experienced HV professionals while building skills in advanced technologies that support the global energy transition.

Work with world-class HV testing facilities and contribute to the global energy transition

In this role, you will work directly with advanced HV laboratories and play a central part in developing new test methods, designing high voltage circuits, and executing complex experiments that support both innovation and customer projects.

Based at our Technology Center in Västerås, you will join a collaborative and supportive R&D environment with access to advanced test facilities. NKT is investing significantly in R&D, offering you the opportunity to shape next generation technologies within the energy sector.

Lead advanced HV testing and innovation

As High Voltage R&D Engineer, you will:

• Design and execute HV experiments, develop new measurement and test methods, and perform standard and development tests in the R&D HV hall.
• Manage HV test activities end-to-end: circuit calculations, setup, testing, analysis, and technical reporting.
• Act as test leader for HV electrical tests, with full support from the team.
• Perform development and type tests according to international standards for internal and external customers.
• Ensure compliance with electrical and laboratory safety standards, including risk assessment and coordination during tests.
• Analyse test results and write clear technical reports, primarily in English.
• Collaborate closely with multidisciplinary teams, including technical experts, product specialists, IT, and procurement.
• Interact with customers to define scope, planning, risks, and expected outcomes of test projects.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory methods, equipment, and workflows.
• Support business development activities together with your colleagues.

Proactive engineer with strong analytical skills, a hands-on approach

You are a structured and curious engineer who enjoys solving complex technical problems and working practically in a laboratory environment. You take initiative, work systematically, and deliver high-quality results while contributing positively to a team-oriented culture.

Required qualifications

To succeed in this role, you must have:

• MSc in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Power Technology, or High Voltage Engineering
• At least 3 years of experience in testing within high-voltage laboratories
• Effective communication skills in both Swedish and English, written and spoken

It is considered an advantage if you also have:

• Experience leading high-voltage testing and a proactive electrical safety approach
• Proficiency in simulation tools such as MATLAB, LTSpice, or PSPICE, and working knowledge of SolidWorks
• Knowledge of ESA19 (or willingness to obtain certification)
• Basic understanding of PLC systems
• Experience in project coordination or project management

Innovate, Develop and Grow

At NKT, we believe that diversity, inclusion, and collaboration help create innovation and long-term performance. You will be part of an environment where knowledge-sharing, technical excellence, and personal development are actively encouraged.

Find out more about Life at NKT, by listening to some of our NKT Connectors here!

In this role you will be reinforcing some of the most advanced dynamic cable projects in the world, realizing modern technology and solving various technical challenges. You will gain exciting opportunities to develop your own career, attractive benefits.

We will review applications continuously but we recommend you to apply no later than 2026-10-11. Be aware that personality test might be included in the recruitment process.

If you have any questions regarding the position, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Claire Pitois, [email protected]. In case you have any inquiries about the recruitment process please reach out to HR Business Partner Anna Lundell, [email protected].

Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

Union representatives:

Sveriges Ingenjörer - Zohreh Keshavarz, [email protected]

Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!

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