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 6,000 people. NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realized a revenue of EUR 3.3 billion in 2024. We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com Develop automation solutions in an advanced production environment in Karlskrona For our Automation and Projects department, within Production Development, we are now looking for an automation engineer who, in a project-based business, develops automation solutions for our high-tech and unique production of high-voltage cables. Do you want to work for a global company and contribute to the green transition? Take the chance for a production-oriented role where you will be part of a collaborative team and have the opportunity to challenge your technical skills to find suitable solutions. Develop solutions for automation in a collaborative team We are committed to updating production with the latest technology and developing innovative automation systems for our cable production. In Automation and Projects, in addition to electrical and automation solutions, we also work on process development, SCADA applications, connection to higher-level systems and sub-project management. Before automation solutions are implemented in production, we have a lab where our employees can test and quality assure their solutions. Your main tasks will be: * Developing small and large automation solutions in project form, including hardware and software selection * PLC programming and electrical design on machines and production equipment * Review and validation of automation and electrical design solutions both on new machines and when rebuilding existing machines * Participate in costing and quotation work for automation projects * Responsible for the management of sub-projects * Line support for production As an automation engineer, you will be an important part of the team at Automation and Projects, within Production Development, consisting of about 8 employees who are largely experienced engineers with mixed skills and experience in electrical design and automation. Our team is characterized by collaboration, good communication and an openness to discuss solutions. We focus on future needs, technical development and long-term improvements. Emergency and daily maintenance is handled by the maintenance department, with whom we collaborate. We place great emphasis on skills development and offer our employees the opportunity to participate in external training courses with our partners and system suppliers, all to strengthen both the individual and the organization's technical expertise. We offer a varied and stimulating work environment. To function well in the role, you need to be on site in Karlskrona. Experience in PLC programming and a collaborative personality We are looking for you who want to work in project form and you appreciate varied tasks. To thrive and do a good job in this work, commitment and motivation are required. You work in a systematic way, take responsibility and cooperate well with your colleagues. You also have: * Technical education from university, college, YH or experience in PLC programming * Experience in PLC programming * Good knowledge of Swedish and English in speech and in writing Contact details and application NKT encourages a diverse organization and culture where people from different backgrounds can thrive and be inspired to perform at their best. We believe that a diverse organization enables sustainable performance and that an inclusive and welcoming culture creates a better workplace. Do you think this position sounds interesting? Then we would like to talk to you. Even if you don't meet all the requirements - let us know. Knowledge gaps can be filled and the most important thing is your potential, motivation and interest to contribute to our future. Find out more about our benefits here and listen to some employee voices here! Apply via the link below with CV no later than 2026-01-18. Selection is ongoing, which means that the position may be filled before this date. Please be aware that extracts from the criminal record, alcohol and drug tests and personality tests are part of our recruitment process. If you have any questions regarding the position, please contact the recruiting manager Viktor Krantz, viktor.krantz@nkt.com. If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please contact the responsible recruiter Angelina Nilsson, angelina.nilsson@nkt.com. Please note that due to GDPR rules, we cannot accept any applications via email. We look forward to your application! Be a Connector of the green tomorrow!