Laboratory Engineer

Company description: 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:We are looking for a Laboratory Engineer for the department Material Technology in KarlskronaNKT connects a greener world with high-quality power cable technology and plays a central role in the global transition to renewable energy. At our factory in Karlskrona, we design, develop and manufacture high-voltage power cable solutions that enable a sustainable future. We are now looking for a Laboratory Engineer to join our Material Technology department, a role where you will combine laboratory work with a key responsibility for our digital lab environment.   Shape the future of our laboratory systemsAs a Laboratory Engineer at NKT, you will not only contribute with reliable and accurate test results, you will also take on a central role in developing, maintaining and supporting our Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).   You will act as a link between laboratory users, instruments and system suppliers, ensuring that our systems support the business in an efficient and sustainable way. This is a broad and diverse role where you work both operationally and strategically.   Main resnonsibilities: Plan, perform and report laboratory work according to applicable standards and instructions Quality control of incoming material and quality assurance of manufacturing steps Operate and maintain laboratory equipment Develop, adapt and improve the LIMS environment based on business need Identify and resolve issues across system, instruments and workflows Act as main point of contact towards system suppliers and support improvements Provide user support and training in LIMS to ensure efficient daily use Handle system administration and ensure stable system performance   Who are you?You are an organized and structured colleague who enjoys working both practically in the lab and with digital tools and systems. You are curious, solution-oriented and take initiative to improve ways of working.You thrive in a role where you collaborate broadly, support colleagues and manage of both processes and systems.    Key requirements: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, chemistry, physics – or equivalent experience Good communication skills in Swedish and English, both spoken and written Experience or interest in working with databases and digital systems Structured, service-minded and comfortable supporting users   Contact and applicationNKT is committed to fostering a diverse organization and an inclusive culture where people from different backgrounds can thrive and perform at their best. You will gain exciting opportunities for career development and attractive benefits.   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 2026-08-09. An extract from the criminal record, alcohol and drug tests, along with personality and capacity tests, might be part of our recruitment process.    If you have any questions about the role or the recruitment process, please reach out to Agnes Carlsson, agnes.carlsson@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail. Due to the holiday season, we kindly ask for your understanding that our response times may be slightly longer than usual.    We collect confidential candidate experience feedback to improve our recruitment process. Your responses are for quality development only and do not affect hiring decisions.   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!   #LI-AC2 #LI-Onsite

"We are looking for a Laboratory Engineer who thrives on understanding why materials behave the way they do. Someone who enjoys getting hands-on in the lab, developing methods, solving technical challenges and turning microstructural observations into insights that support innovation, production and customer success. This is an opportunity to take ownership of a laboratory that is central to our future development and help unlock its full potential." – Tania Loaiza, R&D Manager Help shape the future of specialty steel At Ovako, we combine more than 300 years of industrial expertise with modern technology and a strong commitment to sustainability. As a leading European producer of specialty steel, we continuously develop products and processes that meet future demands for performance, quality and reduced climate impact. Research and development play a vital role in this journey. Through advanced materials characterisation, testing and metallurgical expertise, we generate knowledge that strengthens both our products and manufacturing processes. We are now looking for a Laboratory Engineer who wants to build deep expertise in materials characterisation while helping shape the future of specialty steel. This is a role for someone who enjoys combining practical laboratory work with advanced technical analysis and is motivated by creating long-term value through scientific knowledge and continuous improvement. The role As a Laboratory Engineer within Ovako's R&D organisation, you will take dedicated ownership of our materials laboratory and play a key role in ensuring it delivers maximum value to the business. Acting as the technical focal point for materials characterisation, testing and failure analysis, you will collaborate closely with researchers, production teams, customers and external partners. The role combines hands-on laboratory work with technical analysis, method development and continuous improvement, giving you considerable freedom to plan, prioritise and drive your own work. Your work will contribute directly to R&D projects, production-related investigations and customer assignments, generating knowledge that supports both today's operations and tomorrow's product development. Responsibilities Operating, maintaining and calibrating laboratory equipment to ensure high reliability and readiness Performing materials characterisation and testing of steels and other metallic materials Preparing metallographic samples, conducting optical microscopy and performing image analysis Working with scanning electron microscopy (SEM) and hardness testing Conducting failure analysis and root cause investigations Developing, validating and documenting test methods to ensure reproducibility and traceability Explaining technical findings clearly to internal stakeholders and international customers Support university collaboration, including supervision of students Contributing to a deeper understanding of structure–property relationships in steels Identifying opportunities to further develop laboratory methods, analytical capabilities and ways of working  Your profile You're a proactive and hands-on engineer with genuine technical depth and a passion for materials engineering. You enjoy combining careful experimentation with practical problem-solving and take pride in producing reliable results that others can build upon. You work independently and drive activities forward with confidence.  To succeed in this role, we believe you have: A Bachelor's degree or higher in Materials Engineering, Metallurgy or a related field At least three years of practical laboratory experience Experience in developing and validating test methods Experience in equipment maintenance, calibration and laboratory operation Strong metallography knowledge, including sectioning, mounting, polishing, etching and quantitative analysis such as grain size and retained austenite measurements Hands-on experience with optical microscopy, image analysis and scanning electron microscopy (SEM) Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical results to different audiences Good command of English, both written and spoken  Meritorious Fatigue testing Non metallic inclusion investigation Heat-treatment fundamentals Alloy development and new steel grades Understanding how composition and processing influence material properties Who are you? We believe you are the kind of engineer who naturally takes ownership and enjoys building deep technical expertise over time. You are curious and analytical, motivated by understanding how materials, processes and microstructures interact to influence performance. While you enjoy working hands-on in the laboratory, you also appreciate the bigger picture and understand how robust methods, reliable data and technical knowledge create long-term value for the business. We believe you are: Proactive and self-driven Analytical, structured and quality-conscious Hands-on with a practical approach to problem-solving Communicative, collaborative and able to build strong relationships Motivated by continuous improvement and long-term technical development  Location: Hofors, Sweden, on site. Ovako offers a relocation package.  Application and information This recruitment is managed by AxÖ Consulting. For questions regarding the position or the recruitment process, please contact: Fiddelie Nyvall: fiddelie.nyvall@axoconsulting.se  Linda Axäng: linda.axang@axoconsulting.se Please note: As this recruitment takes place during the summer holiday period, response times may be longer than usual. We appreciate your patience and will get back to all candidates as soon as possible. Background checks may be conducted as part of the recruitment process.