Student Assistant for Mechanical Engineering at Novo Nordisk Engineering

NNE Inc.; Denmark; Remote; DKK 134,000 - 201,000; Part time

Job summary

Novo Nordisk Engineering (NNE) seeks a Student Assistant to join the Mechanical department in Kalundborg. You will help design and execute mechanical solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities while gaining hands-on industry experience.

Ideal candidates are engineering students enrolled at University College Absalon, Campus Kalundborg, with a focus on Mechanical, Process Engineering, Biotechnology or related fields and strong English skills.

Qualifications

• Currently enrolled in a relevant engineering programme at University College Absalon, Campus Kalundborg
• Studying Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Biotechnology or related technical discipline
• Proficient in written and spoken English; familiar with MS Office

Responsibilities

• Support specification and dimensioning of piping, components and equipment
• Assist with mechanical design activities in basic and detailed design phases
• Support project activities during construction
• Assist with inspections and coordination with suppliers and contractors
• Support internal development and innovation activities within the department

Skills

Engineering curiosity

English proficiency

Collaborative mindset

Education

Enrolled in an engineering programme at University College Absalon, Campus Kalundborg

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Student Assistant for MechanicalEngineering at Novo Nordisk Engineering

If you're energised by applying your engineering knowledge in practice and thrive in a collaborative environment, we'd love to hear from you!

Who we are

We are a leading pharmaengineering company shaping the future of API pharma engineering globally. Leveraging the expertise of 2,000+ employees across Denmark, India and the US,we design, build and optimise pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are essential to the health and well-being of patients everywhere.

Our success is driven by passion, innovation and collaboration, with our customers and across our teams and disciplines. If you share our dedication to a noble cause and our passion for API pharma engineering, then NNE is the place for you.

About the role

We are looking for a Student Assistant to join our Mechanical department in Kalundborg. As a team, we contribute to the design and execution of mechanical solutions for pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities.

This position is a great opportunity to gain hands‑on industry experience while continuing your studies. You will support experienced engineers across a variety of projects and gain insight into how engineering solutions are developed and implemented in the pharmaceutical industry. Your contribution will be important in supporting project execution and helping the team deliver high‑quality mechanical engineering solutions.

To be eligible for this position, you must be enrolled in a relevant study programme at University College Absalon, Campus Kalundborg.

• Location: Kalundborg
• Experience: Student level
• Department: Mechanical

How you might spend your days

• Supporting specification and dimensioning of piping, components and equipment
• Assisting with mechanical design activities in basic and detailed design phases
• Supporting project activities during construction
• Assisting with inspections and coordination with suppliers and contractors
• Supporting internal development and innovation activities within the department

Who you are

• Curious and eager to learn more within mechanical engineering and the pharmaceutical industry
• Structured and detail-oriented in your work
• Motivated by solving technical challenges
• Comfortable collaborating across disciplines
• Respectful of individual and cultural differences

What you bring to the role

In all positions, there are somethings that are preferred and others that are a bonus. If you do not meet allthe qualifications listed below, you are welcome to offer alternativeexperience that you think would be valuable in this role:

• You are currently enrolled in a relevant engineering programme at University College Absalon, Campus Kalundborg
• You are studying Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Biotechnology or a related technical discipline
• You have an interest in engineering design and project execution
• You are proficient in written and spoken English
• You are familiar with standard Microsoft Office applications

Life at NNE

NNE is short for Novo Nordisk Engineering. And for all of us who work here, it means so much more.

At NNE, you become part of a vibrant, project-based environment built on close day-to-day collaboration. The role is therefore primarily on-site, with physical presence at the workplace expected five days a week. Limited flexibility for occasional remote work may be accommodated in line with business needs.

We are, at our core, a people business and, as such, committed to continuously developing our people and the way we work together. We do not expect you to know it all from day one, and we truly believe a great start makes a real difference. We therefore welcome new colleagues with our award-nominated onboarding programme, supported by a range of in-house talent and development initiatives designed to support your long-term growth.

You can read more about the benefits we offer here.

Deadline for application is 7October 2026

Selected candidates will be invited to a short interview at the Matchmaking event at University College Absalon, Campus Kalundborg, on 28 October 2026.

Fair hiring

At NNE, we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunities for all job applicants. To maintain fairness, we request that you refrain from including a personal photo in your CV.