Engineer - Mechanical Design (Accessories)

Design high-voltage accessories for a sustainable future

Are you interested in mechanical design and ready to contribute to the green energy transition At NKT we are looking for a Mechanical Design Engineer to join our Accessories Engineering team in Chennai. In this role you will design and develop high-voltage cable accessories that are essential to global energy infrastructure. Youll collaborate with international teams contribute to product innovation and help standardize design processes that support our global operations. Do you want to be part of a company that powers the world with sustainable solutions

Create innovative designs for high-voltage systems

As a Mechanical Design Engineer you will be responsible for designing reliable and cost-efficient cable accessories used in high-voltage systems. You will ensure high-quality outputs collaborate across departments and support continuous product improvement through R&D and testing.

Your responsibility will be to:

• Design and develop high-voltage cable accessories using SolidWorks
• Establish and maintain standard design practices and documentation
• Perform quality checks on mechanical design outputs
• Collaborate with project procurement and installation teams
• Support technical documentation and testing activities

You will report to the Manager of Accessories Engineering and work closely with teams in Karlskrona Sweden. The position is based in Chennai with 23 weeks of initial training in Sweden.

Detail-oriented designer with a collaborative mindset

We are looking for a motivated structured and forward-thinking individual who thrives in a collaborative environment. You are results-oriented capable of managing multiple projects and delivering high-quality work. Your ability to communicate openly and contribute to team makes you a valuable asset.

You also have:

• A BTech/MTech in Mechanical Engineering
• 5 years of experience in mechanical design for product development
• Proficiency in SolidWorks and Windchill PLM
• Extensive understanding of manufacturing processes and GD&T
• Experience working with suppliers and offshore teams
• Familiarity with SAP and experience in high-voltage or offshore industries

Designing the future of energy systems

NKT is committed to developing a diverse organization and culture where people of diverse backgrounds can grow and are inspired to do their best. We are dedicated to establishing gender diversity at NKT and encouraging all interested candidates to apply even if you dont tick all the boxes described. We believe that a diverse organization enables long-term performance and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better work environment.

At NKT youll be part of a collaborative and international team where your ideas and skills are valued. We offer opportunities for continuous learning career development and the chance to work on impactful projects that contribute to a greener future. Join us and grow your skills in a supportive environment.

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We will review applications continuously but we recommend you apply no later than 15th of July 2025. 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.

Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!

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 center 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.

NKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and takes centre stage as the world moves towards green energy. NKT designs manufactures and installs low- medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. Since 1891 NKT has innovated the power cable technology building the infrastructure for the first light bulbs to the megawatts created by renewable energy today. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 6000 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 3.3 billion in 2024. We connect a greener world.