Junior Engineer High Voltage Cable System Engineering (m/f/d)

Design and deliver cable system engineering solutions

Join NKT in Cologne as an Junior Engineer working on AC onshore, offshore and HVDC cable systems. In this role, you support technical design, project execution and customer enquiries in a global energy environment. You contribute to the development of efficient cable systems that support the green transition. Do you want to work on technical solutions that connect energy across regions?

Develop technical solutions for cable system projects

You work across engineering activities related to cable systems, from design and calculations to documentation and project support. You collaborate with colleagues in development, production and project teams, and support customer discussions and tender activities. The role includes both technical detail work and coordination with internal and external stakeholders.

Your responsibilities will be to:

• Support technical discussions with customers and subcontractors
• Prepare technical documentation and system descriptions
• Perform calculations and create engineering documentation
• Contribute to cable and system design, including installation concepts
• Support project teams during execution and technical acceptance

You will be part of the Engineering team in Cologne, reporting to the Head of AC Onshore / AC Offshore / HVDC. Collaboration across functions is part of daily work. Occasional travel may be required.

Collaborative and structured engineer with communication skills

You approach tasks in a structured and consistent way and are comfortable working in a self-directed way while staying aligned with your team. You communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders and are open to exchanging knowledge. You show curiosity for improving methods and processes and contribute to a supportive team environment.

You also have:

• Degree in engineering or a related technical field
• Experience in cable systems, energy projects, or similar industries
• Knowledge of engineering tools and systems (e.g. Microsoft 365, SAP, project tools)
• Understanding of technical documentation and standards
• Experience with technical calculations and system design

Contribute to energy infrastructure and future growth

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 are dedicated to 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.

In this role, you will work in a collaborative international environment and have the opportunity to develop your technical skills across projects. You will gain experience in cable systems for energy transmission and take part in a company contributing to infrastructure development.

"As a leader, I value people who are curious, structured, and willing to collaborate across teams to find practical technical solutions," says Hiring Manager, Michael Kessler.

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Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Michael Kessler at Michael.Kessler@nkt.com. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Dejan Zegarac at Dejan.Zegarac@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