R&D Technical Project Manager (Electromagnetics)

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Summary: Seeking an R&D Technical Project Manager with electrical engineering or physics background to lead high-voltage technology innovation, managing projects from planning to delivery for internal and external customers. Highlights: 1. Manage advanced R&D projects within high-voltage technology 2. Lead innovation in High Voltage Technology with cross-functional teams 3. Accountable for project scope, planning, resources, risks, and quality Are you ready to take the next step in your career and manage advanced R\&D projects within high‑voltage technology? At **Technology Consulting**, we are seeking an experienced R\&D Technical Project Manager with a background in electrical engineering or physics to lead innovation in **High Voltage Technology**. ### **About the role** As part of the HV Technology Department, you will be responsible for the **planning, execution, and delivery of R\&D projects** for both internal and external customers. You will work closely with cross‑functional and international teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with agreed objectives. Understanding customer needs and business drivers is essential. You will help improve operations, raise customer satisfaction, and support NKT’s strategic technology direction by initiating and shaping new R\&D project proposals. Communicating technical results clearly to stakeholders will be a key part of the role. ### **Your responsibilities** As R\&D Technical Project Manager, you will: * Manage and execute technology and product development projects end‑to‑end * Be accountable for project scope, planning, resources, risks, quality, and stakeholder communication * Coordinate cross‑disciplinary teams and ensure progress against timelines, budget, and deliverables * Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders * Ensure effective communication, organize reviews, workshops, and innovation sessions * Identify and mitigate project risks, prepare contingency plans, and escalate when needed * Secure high‑quality execution in line with company standards and methodologies * Conduct post‑project evaluations and document lessons learned * Contribute to R\&D project proposals aligned with NKT’s strategy ### **Who we are looking for** You are an initiative\-taking and systematic project manager with a business\-focused approach and the skill to translate technical work into customer value. You are motivated by goal\-focused situations, responsibly step into challenges, and manage complexity with accuracy and credibility. **Required qualifications:** * MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar * Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget * Solid knowledge of project management methodologies and tools * Skilled at communicating clearly, negotiating outcomes, and building productive stakeholder partnerships * Experience in risk management, quality, and change management * Industry experience within Energy is an advantage, but candidates with solid transferable experience and learning ability are encouraged to apply. ### **Why NKT?** At **NKT**, we value diversity, inclusion, and collaboration. We believe diverse perspectives enhance sustainable performance and cultivate a workplace where people are supported to reach their full potential. **Application deadline:** 31 May 2026 (Selection is ongoing; personality assessments may be part of the process.) ### **Contact** For role\-related questions, contact **Hiring Manager Claire Pitois** at Claire.Pitois@nkt.com For recruitment questions, 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.* **Be a connector of the green tomorrow.** \#LI\-Hybrid \#LI\-JM1**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*