Fiber Optics Manager
NKT HV Cables AB / Administratörsjobb / Karlskrona
2026-08-06
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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. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and operates in more than 30 countries.NKT - We connect a greener world.
www.NKT.com.Job description:Advance global leadership in fiber optics engineering
Do you want to play a role in advancing fiber optics engineering and cross-functional collaboration worldwide?
As Manager Fiber Optics Engineering, you will lead a team responsible for delivering high‐quality engineering solutions, developing competence and ensuring structured ways of working across Karlskrona, Chennai and Cologne.
This is an exciting opportunity to manage a critical engineering process, contribute to NKT's growth journey and support the green transition through reliable and innovative cable accessories.
Strengthen global fiber optics engineering performanceIn this role, you will manage the work within the Fiber Optics Engineering team, ensuring clear goals, priorities and structured delivery. You secure resources, promote competence development and maintain high standards in engineering processes and documentation. You will collaborate closely with international engineering teams to support efficient resource utilization, shared ways of working and alignment across locations.
Main responsibilities:
Lead and distribute work within the Fiber Optics Engineering team
Set and follow up goals aligned with Accessories Engineering
Perform appraisals, mid-year reviews and continuous employee follow-up
Own and develop the Fiber Optics engineering process and documentation
Support delivery across tenders, projects and product‐related engineering activities
You will report to the Accessories Engineering Manager and collaborate across Karlskrona, Chennai and Cologne. The position is based in Karlskrona and involves occasional travel, around 10–15 days per year.
An agile and structured engineering leaderYou are a clear, structured and agile leader who thrives in a global engineering environment. You enjoy creating direction, building engagement and supporting people in their development. Collaboration comes easily to you, and you are skilled at building trust across cultures, functions and locations. You balance delivery needs with long‐term competence development and are motivated by continuous improvement and structured ways of working.
Required skills
Degree in engineering (electrical, electronic, mechanical or similar)
Minimum 4 years of leadership experience in an international environment
Experience with resource planning and competence development
Solid understanding of engineering processes and documentation
Good communication skills in English and Swedish
Advance the future of fiber optics engineering
NKT is devoted to supporting a diverse organization and a culture where individuals from all backgrounds can thrive and deliver their best results. We believe that a diverse organization enables sustainable performance, and that an inclusive and welcoming culture makes for a better place to work.
This role offers you the opportunity to expand your leadership skills, guide an effective international team, and support NKT's global engineering efforts. You will be part of a collaborative environment where continuous improvement and cross‐site alignment are key. This is your opportunity to shape future engineering processes, support strategic business needs, and help advance the green transition through high-quality cable accessories.
"Success in this role comes from developing people, working closely with colleagues across sites and continuously improving how we deliver. As fiber optics becomes an increasingly important part of our cable accessory business, you'll help shape how we collaborate and deliver reliable solutions to our customers." says Hiring Manager, Joakim Palmqvist.
Read more about our offer and listen to some voices of NKT Connectors here!
We will review applications continuously, but we recommend you apply no later than 27 of August 2026.
Background checks, alcohol- and drug testing and personality assessments will be included in our recruitment process. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail.
Union representativesSveriges Ingenjörer - Christian Fisch, +46 455 56 380Unionen – Joakim Wikström, +46 734 070 243Ledarna - Roger Jönsson, +46 455 55 911 Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!
Så ansöker du Sista dag att ansöka är 2026-08-27
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Omfattning Detta är ett heltidsjobb.
Arbetsgivare NKT HV Cables AB (org.nr 559079-0290)
371 23 KARLSKRONA (KARLS)
Jobbnummer 10024502