Project Engineer - Fiber Optics

NKT HV Cables AB; Karlskrona kommun; Hybrid; SEK 650,000 - 850,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development opportunities

Participation in workshops and conferences

Collaborative engineering environment

Job summary

NKT HV Cables AB is hiring a Fiber Optic Project Engineer in Karlskrona. You will take full technical ownership of fiber optic systems in large HVDC and transmission projects, managing activities from concept to implementation.

This role requires strong collaboration with engineering, production, and procurement teams, ensuring reliable solutions throughout the project lifecycle. The position supports flexible hybrid working arrangements while engaging in professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Several years of experience in a senior engineering role within designing or developing fiber optic cables or systems.
• Experience with production techniques and quality control processes.

Responsibilities

• Manage fiber optic engineering activities across the full project lifecycle.
• Lead and coordinate the fiber optic scope across all relevant project phases.
• Ensure alignment between design, production, testing and installation.

Skills

Coordination with stakeholders

Analytical reasoning

Practical problem-solving

Education

Degree in electrical, mechanical, or physics engineering

Job description

Fiber Optic Project Engineer

Join NKT as a Fiber Optic Project Engineer and take full technical ownership of fiber optic systems in large HVDC and transmission projects.

In this role, you manage the fiber optic scope end to end—from concept and design to implementation, installation support and final handover. You act as the technical authority for fiber optics, making decisions and ensuring reliable, high‑quality solutions throughout the project lifecycle. You will collaborate closely with engineering, production, installation and procurement teams across Karlskrona, Cologne and Chennai.

Responsibilities

Manage fiber optic engineering activities across the full project lifecycle, ensuring solutions meet technical specifications, project timelines and stakeholder expectations. The role involves close collaboration with project managers, technical leads, sensing specialists, procurement and production teams.

• Lead and coordinate the fiber optic scope across all relevant project phases.
• Ensure alignment between design, production, testing and installation.
• Manage fiber optic system solutions throughout assigned projects.
• Provide guidance and support to other engineers within fiber optics.

You will also support documentation, installation preparation and quality‑related activities, while contributing to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing within the team.

You will be part of the Fiber Optic Engineering team and report to the Fiber Optics Manager. The role is primarily based in Karlskrona; however, it offers the possibility of a hybrid setup, with an initial base from the Malmö/Lund area where we also maintain an office. Limited travel may be required for testing, meetings, or site activities.

Professional Profile

Collaborative engineer with a structured and solution‑oriented mindset. You enjoy working with long‑term projects, coordinating with many stakeholders and ensuring clarity in communication. You apply analytical reasoning alongside a practical, solutions‑driven mindset, giving you the ability to guide others with confidence in your field.

Qualifications

• A degree in electrical, mechanical, physics engineering or a related field.
• Several years of experience in a senior engineering role within designing or developing fiber optic cables or systems.
• Experience with production techniques and quality control processes.

Benefits and Development

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. You will join a collaborative engineering environment with opportunities for professional development, training and participation in industry workshops and conferences. You will work with colleagues across departments and gain insight into advanced fiber optic technologies, high voltage systems and large‑scale infrastructure projects.

EEO Statement

NKT is committed to establishing gender diversity and encouraging all interested candidates to apply—even if you don’t tick all the boxes described. A diverse organization enables long‑term performance, and an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.

"Working in the Fiber Optic Engineering team means being part of complex, large‑scale international projects where your work makes a meaningful impact. You take ownership of your scope while collaborating closely with engineering, production, installation and other stakeholders." – Aarathy Reghuprasad, Project Engineer, Fiber Optics