(Junior) Engineer HVDC / HVAC Cable Systems (m/f/d)

 

 

Design and optimize high voltage cable systems

 

Join NKT as an Engineer or Junior Engineer in HVDC / HVAC Cable Systems Engineering and contribute to projects that support the green transition through high voltage land and offshore cable systems. You will work in an international environment, collaborating across engineering, project management and production. This role offers the opportunity to develop your technical capabilities while contributing to complex infrastructure projects. Do you want to be part of connecting renewable energy across Europe?

 

Support HVDC / HVAC cable system design and delivery

 

In this role, you will contribute to the technical development of HVDC and HVAC cable systems during both tender and execution phases. Working closely with experienced engineers, you will take ownership of defined work packages while supporting system design, documentation and project coordination in large-scale cable infrastructure projects.

 

Your responsibility will be to:

  • Review tender documents and customer requirements for technical feasibility
  • Perform calculations for cable system design (e.g. ampacity, thermal behaviour, losses)
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation and drawings
  • Coordinate cables, accessories and related internal and external services
  • Review and comment on subcontractor technical deliverables

 

You will be part of a specialised engineering team and collaborate with project management, procurement and installation teams. The position is based in Germany with occasional travel to project sites or customer meetings.

 

Collaborative engineer with analytical and structured mindset

 

You are a team-oriented individual who enjoys working in a structured and solution-focused manner. You communicate clearly with different stakeholders and are comfortable working in an international project environment. You are motivated to learn, open to feedback and contribute positively to team collaboration.

 

You also have:

  • Degree in Electrical Engineering, Energy Engineering or similar
  • Experience with modelling and dimensioning of cable systems
  • Initial experience in large-scale or high voltage projects
  • Proficiency in German and English (written and spoken)
  • Knowledge of tools such as Microsoft 365, MS Project, SAP, COMSOL or MATLAB (programming knowledge is a plus)

 

Contribute to reliable energy infrastructure for the future

 

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We have high ambitions on establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply – even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.

 

You will have the opportunity to develop your skills through continuous learning, work alongside experienced colleagues and contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects. At NKT, you will be part of a collaborative and international environment with modern working conditions and attractive benefits.

 

"As a leader, I value curiosity, collaboration and a structured approach to complex engineering challenges. In this role, you will contribute to projects that play an important part in connecting renewable energy,” says Hiring Manager, Philipp Ruffing.

 

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

 

We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than June 14 of 2026. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Global Talent Attraction Specialist at kevin.strack@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

 

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About NKT
At the factory in Cologne, NKT is designing, developing and manufacturing the high-voltage power cable solutions enabling the ‘Energiewende’ and the global transition to renewable energy. Here, you will join a diverse organization at an internationally recognized engineering centre at a state-of-the-art power cable factory.

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

 

 

Posting Date:  22 May 2026
Location: 

Cologne, DE, 51061

Type:  Permanent
Requisition ID:  8043


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