R&D Technical Project Manager (Electromagnetics)

R&D Technical Project Manager (Electromagnetics)

NKT

Västerås, Sweden

About the role

As part of the HV Technology Department, you will be responsible for the planning, execution, and delivery of R&D projects for both internal and external customers. You will work closely with cross‑functional and international teams to ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with agreed objectives.

Understanding customer needs and business drivers is essential. You will help improve operations, raise customer satisfaction, and support NKT’s strategic technology direction by initiating and shaping new R&D project proposals. Communicating technical results clearly to stakeholders will be a key part of the role.

Your responsibilities

As R&D Technical Project Manager, you will:

• Manage and execute technology and product development projects end‑to‑end
• Be accountable for project scope, planning, resources, risks, quality, and stakeholder communication
• Coordinate cross‑disciplinary teams and ensure progress against timelines, budget, and deliverables
• Prepare and present project status reports to stakeholders
• Ensure effective communication, organize reviews, workshops, and innovation sessions
• Identify and mitigate project risks, prepare contingency plans, and escalate when needed
• Secure high‑quality execution in line with company standards and methodologies
• Conduct post‑project evaluations and document lessons learned
• Contribute to R&D project proposals aligned with NKT’s strategy

Who we are looking for

You are an initiative-taking and systematic project manager with a business-focused approach and the skill to translate technical work into customer value. You are motivated by goal-focused situations, responsibly step into challenges, and manage complexity with accuracy and credibility.

Required qualifications:

• MSc or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics, or similar
• Demonstrated ability to deliver complex projects on time and within budget
• Solid knowledge of project management methodologies and tools
• Skilled at communicating clearly, negotiating outcomes, and building productive stakeholder partnerships
• Experience in risk management, quality, and change management
• Demonstrated business acumen with a solid understanding of project cost control, budgeting, and financial follow‑up
• Industry experience within Energy is an advantage, but candidates with solid transferable experience and learning ability are encouraged to apply.