High Voltage R&D Engineer

Company 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.

Job description:Are you ready to take the next step in your career and play a key role in advanced High Voltage (HV) R&D?

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.

About the role

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.

Your responsibilities

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 coo