Sr. R&D Project Leader Type of Employment Full-time
Job position Projektledare, IT
Work model On location
Application due date 1 October 2025
Are you the one? NKT designs, manufactures and installs low-, medium- and high-voltage power cable solutions enabling sustainable energy transmission. NKT is headquartered in Denmark and employs 5.000 people.
NKT is listed on Nasdaq Copenhagen and realised a revenue of EUR 2.6 billion in 2023.
We connect a greener world. www.nkt.com
Join us and play a role in the world’s transition to a green and sustainable future!
Are you prepared to enhance your project leadership abilities in an important technical position?
If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you.
At NKT, we’re looking for a R&D Project Manager to join our diverse and innovative R&D team. In this role, you’ll coordinate both local and cross-functional projects aimed at developing next-generation high voltage cable systems.
Joining NKT means stepping into a world of exciting career paths and continuous learning.
Lead the Way in Groundbreaking Development Projects
Our R&D team is actively engaged in transforming how energy is generated, transmitted, and used—developing sustainable technologies that improve energy efficiency. As R&D Project Manager, you'll manage key projects, from defining scope and planning budgets to coordinating resources and timelines. You’ll collaborate closely with steering groups, product management, business leaders, and external partners to innovate forward.
Your Main Responsibilities:
* Coordinate and support development projects for high voltage cable systems (onshore and offshore)
* Follow internal stage gate models and report progress in monthly project reviews
* Initiate prototype production and plan testing according to national, international, or customer standards
* Ensure smooth handover of designs and results to relevant stakeholders
* Document and share lessons learned to continuously improve our processes
* Act as a bridge between the line and project organizations to ensure alignment and progress
What We’re Looking For
We’re seeking a forward-thinking and communicative R&D Project Manager with a positive mindset and a commitment to promoting innovative practices. You're a skilled collaborator who modifies your communication style to suit various audiences and thrives in a role where you take full responsibility for project outcomes.To thrive in this role, you should bring both technical understanding and financial awareness, enabling you to manage projects from a holistic perspective. Experience with R&D processes and tools is a plus, as is a background in engineering—especially in submarine cable system design.
Your Background:
* University degree in a technical field
* Solid experience in project management or in a project-driven organization
* Skilled in using project management tools for engineering
* Fluent in spoken and written English