Reliability Engineer

Improve reliability and performance of production equipment

Would you like to contribute to reliable and efficient manufacturing operations in an international company? As a Reliability Engineer, you will support the maintenance organisation by improving equipment reliability, coordinating preventive maintenance activities, and identifying opportunities for process improvement. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with production, technology, and maintenance teams while contributing to operational stability and continuous improvement. Are you interested in helping create a safer and more reliable production environment?

Maintain equipment reliability and optimise maintenance activities

As a Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for improving the reliability and availability of production equipment through preventive maintenance planning, repair coordination, and continuous improvement activities. You will work closely with maintenance, production, and technology teams to identify improvement opportunities, support maintenance planning, and contribute to reducing equipment downtime.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Plan and coordinate preventive maintenance activities
• Support medium and major equipment overhauls, including spare parts requirements
• Analyse equipment performance and identify improvement opportunities
• Coordinate repair and service activities to minimise production interruptions
• Support maintenance teams in maintaining safe and efficient operations

The position is based in Kladno, Czech Republic, and reports to the Maintenance Manager. You will collaborate closely with maintenance, production, and technology teams and provide support to the mechanical maintenance team.

Technical professional with maintenance and engineering experience

You enjoy working in an environment where technical knowledge, collaboration, and continuous improvement are important. You are comfortable analysing information, identifying opportunities for improvement, and working with colleagues from different functions to support operational goals. We welcome applications from people with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives.

You also have:

• Secondary technical education with a mechanical engineering focus
• Experience in maintenance, manufacturing, or a related technical field
• Advanced English language skills
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and documentation
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
• Experience with SAP or CAD software is welcome

Support a reliable and sustainable manufacturing 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.

This role provides opportunities to develop your technical knowledge, work with modern manufacturing equipment, and collaborate with colleagues across several functions. You will be part of a team that focuses on equipment reliability, operational improvements, and long-term development within an international environment.

"As a leader, I value collaboration, practical problem-solving, and a willingness to continuously improve how we work. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to equipment reliability while working closely with colleagues across production, technology, and maintenance," says Hiring Manager, Martin Mildorf.

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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 31.7.2026. 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 Martin Mildorf martin.mildorf@nkt.com. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Denisa Skalická at denisa.skalicka@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.

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Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!

About NKT
Join a diverse and global organization developing, manufacturing and delivering market leading power cable accessories ensuring reliable and long-term performance in power cable systems. The Accessories business line operates from production sites in Sweden and Germany with sales in more than 100 countries.  

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