Nearshore Project Engineer

Deliver nearshore cable installation engineering projects

Do you want to contribute to high voltage cable installation projects that support the green transition? As a Nearshore Project Engineer, you will play an important role in planning and executing engineering activities for nearshore installation projects, working with international teams and stakeholders across the project lifecycle. This is an opportunity to be part of a global organisation delivering energy infrastructure while developing your career in a collaborative environment.

Plan and execute nearshore installation engineering activities

As a Nearshore Project Engineer, you will support and manage nearshore scopes throughout project lifecycles, including tender and FEED activities when required. The role involves developing engineering methods, schedules, and technical documentation for shallow-water cable installation operations. You will work closely with project teams, subcontractors, and internal stakeholders to ensure engineering activities are delivered efficiently and safely while supporting the development of nearshore installation capabilities.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Support and manage nearshore installation projects throughout their lifecycle
• Plan engineering activities for dredging, PLGR, HDD, trenching and pull-in operations
• Develop work methods, RFP documentation and project schedules
• Collaborate with internal teams, clients and subcontractors
• Contribute to initiatives that improve nearshore installation capabilities

The position is based in Mumbai and reports to the Manager Installation, with a functional reporting line to the Director Nearshore Installation. International travel of approximately two weeks per year is expected for site visits, project meetings and team activities.

Engineering professional with collaborative project delivery approach

You are an organised and structured individual who enjoys working with multiple activities simultaneously. You communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders and approach challenges with a positive and solution-oriented mindset. You are comfortable working in international environments and value teamwork, continuous learning and knowledge sharing to meet project objectives.

You also have:

• BSc, BE, BTech or higher degree in Engineering, Civil or Mechanical
• Experience in nearshore cable or pipeline installation projects
• Experience with barge-based installation solutions
• Good working knowledge of MS Office and basic CAD tools
• Fluent English communication skills
• Experience with OrcaFlex or similar engineering software

Support the green transition through energy infrastructure

We aim to create a workplace where people of all backgrounds are valued, supported, and able to do their best work. We are dedicated to increasing gender diversity at NKT and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We welcome varied backgrounds and career paths—even if you don’t meet every single requirement. We believe inclusive teams contribute to positive results and create a better everyday work environment.

In this role, you will work alongside experienced colleagues on international high voltage cable installation projects that contribute to the development of sustainable energy infrastructure. You will have opportunities for professional development, collaboration across disciplines, and continuous learning while building your skills in a global business environment.

"As a leader, I am looking for someone who enjoys solving engineering challenges, collaborating across teams and contributing to safe and effective nearshore installation projects. This role offers the opportunity to work on important energy infrastructure projects while developing your professional capabilities in an international setting," says Hiring Manager, Jalindar Deore

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We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 31st July 2026. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. 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 Karlskrona, NKT is designing, developing and manufacturing the high-voltage power cable solutions enabling the transition to renewable energy. Here, you will join a diverse organization at an internationally recognized engineering centre operating one of the most advanced high-voltage test halls, a state-of-the-art cable manufacturing and the NKT Victoria – the most sustainable cable-laying vessel in the offshore industry.

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