Laboratory Engineer

NKT HV Cables; Karlskrona kommun; On-site; SEK 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career development opportunities

Attractive benefits

Job summary

NKT HV Cables in Karlskrona is seeking a Laboratory Engineer to manage the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) and conduct quality control for high-voltage power cable solutions. The role involves operating laboratory equipment and ensuring system effectiveness to support business needs.

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree and possess strong communication skills in Swedish and English. You will work closely with laboratory users and system suppliers, providing essential support and training.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, physics – or equivalent experience.
• Good communication skills in Swedish and English, both spoken and written.
• Experience or interest in working with databases and digital systems.

Responsibilities

• Plan, perform and report laboratory work according to applicable standards.
• Quality control of incoming material and quality assurance of manufacturing steps.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment.
• Develop and improve the LIMS environment based on business need.
• Identify and resolve issues related to systems, instruments, and workflows.

Skills

Communication skills in Swedish

Communication skills in English

Experience with databases

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, or physics

Job description

Company description: At NKT in Karlskrona, we develop and manufacture high voltage power cables that enable the transition to renewable energy. Here, you will be part of an international engineering centre with advanced high voltage test halls, modern cable production and the cable laying vessel NKT Victoria. As Connectors, we collaborate to develop innovative technology that connects a greener and more sustainable world.

Job description

We are looking for a Laboratory Engineer for the department Material Technology in Karlskrona. NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and plays a central role in the global transition to renewable energy. At our factory in Karlskrona, we design, develop and manufacture high‑voltage power cable solutions that enable a sustainable future.

Shape the future of our laboratory systems

As a Laboratory Engineer at NKT, you will not only contribute reliable and accurate test results, but also take on a central role in developing, maintaining and supporting our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS). You will act as a link between laboratory users, instruments and system suppliers, ensuring that our systems support the business in an efficient and sustainable way. This is a broad and diverse role where you work both operationally and strategically.

Main responsibilities

• Plan, perform and report laboratory work according to applicable standards and instructions
• Quality control of incoming material and quality assurance of manufacturing steps
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment
• Develop, adapt and improve the LIMS environment based on business need
• Identify and resolve issues across system, instruments and workflows
• Act as main point of contact towards system suppliers and support improvements
• Provide user support and training in LIMS to ensure efficient daily use
• Handle system administration and ensure stable system performance

Who are you?

You are an organized and structured colleague who enjoys working both practically in the lab and with digital tools and systems. You are curious, solution‑oriented and take initiative to improve ways of working. You thrive in a role where you collaborate broadly, support colleagues and manage both processes and systems.

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, physics – or equivalent experience
• Good communication skills in Swedish and English, both spoken and written
• Experience or interest in working with databases and digital systems
• Structured, service-minded and comfortable supporting users

Contact and application

NKT is committed to fostering a diverse organization and an inclusive culture where people from different backgrounds can thrive and perform at their best. You will gain exciting opportunities for career development and attractive benefits.

We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 2026-08-09. If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please reach out to Agnes Carlsson at [e-mail]. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e‑mail. Due to the holiday season, we kindly ask for your understanding that our response times may be slightly longer than usual.