Manager Technology Capability Engineering Accessories

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:

Advance engineering excellence for future-ready cable accessories

At NKT, we are enabling the world's transition to renewable energy through innovative high-voltage power cable systems.

As Manager Technology Capability Engineering Accessories, you will support the development of products, technologies and engineering capabilities that secure NKT’s position in the global energy transition. You will bring key engineering functions together, build deeper specialist knowledge and support robust, safe and competitive solutions for high-voltage cable accessories.

This is a strategic leadership position where you will be responsible for ensuring that our engineering organization has the products, technologies, skills and processes needed to support both today's projects and tomorrow's business opportunities.

Enhance engineering capacity to support sustainable transformationYou will be responsible for Product Technology Engineering, Dynamic Repair Engineering and Engineering Excellence — the core functions ensuring that our products, technologies and engineering methods evolve with business needs. You will contribute to a clear product ownership and support standardized and efficient ways of working.

Key responsibilities:

• Drive the development and lifecycle management of NKT's accessory product portfolio and technology roadmap.
• Ensure structured documentation, standards and design rules.
• Build specialist knowledge and support technical career paths.
• Advance digitalization, standardization and efficient engineering processes.

Working across Karlskrona and Chennai, you will collaborate with teams such as Project Execution, Fiber Optic Engineering and R&D to shape how we innovate and deliver. You will report to the Senior Manager Accessories Engineering. The role is based in Karlskrona with occasional travel.

Empowering engineering leader You are a structured, communicative and supportive leader who enjoys developing people. You bring clarity to complex situations, set direction and create the frameworks needed for effective teamwork. You promote collaboration across functions and locations, encourage initiative and build trust through consistency and transparency. Most of all, you build a setting where innovation, growth, and deep know-how can thrive.

Required skills:•    Process Development - Experience creating and improving structured workflows in technical environments.•    Method and standardization - Ability to establish clear methods and ways of working.•    Change leadership - Experience guiding teams through new processes, tools or structures with clarity and engagement. 

Advance the future of fiber optics engineering NKT is devoted to supporting a diverse organization and a culture where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and deliver their best results. We believe that a diverse organization enables sustainable performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture makes for a better place to work. 

This role offers you the opportunity to expand your leadership skills, guide an effective international team, and support NKT’s global engineering efforts. You will be part of a collaborative environment where continuous improvement and cross‑site alignment are key. This is your opportunity to shape future engineering processes, support strategic business needs, and help advance the green transition through high-quality cable accessories.

" Great engineering is built through a combination of deep expertise, collaboration and continuous improvement. In this role, you will help create an environment where both people and technology can thrive while supporting the growth of engineering capabilities across teams and locations." says Hiring Manager, Joakim Palmqvist. 

Read more about our offer and listen to some voices of NKT Connectors here!

If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Joakim Palmqvist at Joakim.Palmqvist@nkt.com. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Jenni Aronsson at jenni.aronsson@nkt.com.

Background checks, alcohol- and drug testing and personality assessments will be included in our recruitment process. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

Union representativesSveriges Ingenjörer - Christian Fisch, +46 455 56 380Unionen – Joakim Wikström, +46 734 070 243Ledarna - Roger Jönsson, +46 455 55 911 Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!

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