Senior Director Technology Consulting

Job Description Shape technology consulting and R&D strategy globally Are you ready to guide a technology consulting organisation that supports advanced R&D, laboratory operations, and business-critical projects across a global company? As Senior Director, Technology Consulting, you will oversee a multidisciplinary organisation in Västerås, helping NKT develop technologies, support customers, and contribute to the green transition through innovation, research, and collaboration. What could you help bring to life by working with highly skilled scientists and engineers across multiple technology domains? Guide technology strategy and consulting operations You will serve as Senior Director, Technology Consulting, leading a center that supports a global cable manufacturer and provides specialized know-how, lab facilities, analytical support, and R&D assistance to NKT’s internal businesses, and external partners. You will oversee technology roadmaps, project portfolios, laboratory capabilities, organisational development, and commercial performance while ensuring efficient operations and alignment with long-term business objectives. Working closely with technology leaders, customers, universities, and research institutes, you will help ensure that technology capabilities meet current and future needs. Your responsibility will be to: Develop the technology consulting roadmap aligned with business and technology priorities Manage the technology consulting centre, including laboratory facilities and capabilities Oversee project portfolios, resource planning, and delivery performance and ensure steady stream of projects balancing internal NKT and external requirements Manage the financial performance and profit and loss accountability for the organization Lead a team of experienced Technical experts build organisational capability, develop people, and promote collaboration with internal and external stakeholders The position is based in Västerås, Sweden, and reports to the CTO. Travel is expected at least once per month, typically for 3-4 days. Experienced technology and R&D leader in global organisations You are a collaborative and forward-looking people leader who enjoys working across cultures, disciplines, and organisational boundaries. You create an inclusive environment where people can develop and contribute, while balancing long-term planning with operational priorities. You are skilled at collaborating with stakeholders throughout the organization and balancing several priorities in a technology-focused environment. You value knowledge-sharing, teamwork, and continuous development. You also have: Master's degree or PhD in Engineering or a related field At least 20 years of experience in R&D, technology, or product management leadership roles Experience managing international and multicultural teams Experience managing technology and R&D projects within a technical field Experience managing large multidisciplinary organisations with a management layer under you Swedish language skills are advantageous Contribute to innovation supporting the green transition We aim to create a workplace where people of all backgrounds are valued, supported, and able to do their best work. We are dedicated to increasing gender diversity at NKT and welcome applications from a wide range of candidates. We welcome varied backgrounds and career paths—even if you don’t meet every single requirement. We believe inclusive teams contribute to positive results and create a better everyday work environment. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to NKT's continued growth while supporting technological development that enables the green transition. You will work with experienced colleagues across an international organisation, collaborate with universities and external partners, and further develop your leadership, business, and technology capabilities in a global setting. The position combines strategic responsibility, operational oversight, people management, and engagement with advanced laboratory and R&D environments. "As a leader, I value curiosity, collaboration, and a practical approach to turning technology opportunities into meaningful outcomes. This position provides the opportunity to collaborate with experienced scientists and engineers while helping guide the direction of our technology consulting organization" says Hiring manager, Anders Jensen. 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 20th of November. Be aware that personality and cognitive tests might be included in the recruitment process. If you have any questions about the role, you are very welcome to contact Hiring Manager Anders Jensen at anders.jensen@nkt.com. For inquiries about the recruitment process, please reach out to Leo Jude at leo.jude@nkt.com. Please note that due to the GDPR regulations we cannot accept any applications via e-mail. We collect confidential candidate experience feedback to improve our recruitment process. Your responses are for quality development only and do not affect hiring decisions. Be a Connector of the green tomorrow! About NKT Join a diverse and international team of experts developing the power cable technology of the future, focusing on deeper seas, lower losses and higher performance. The technology department leads the company's R&D programme, including materials development, and operates some of the most advanced high-voltage testing centres in the industry. NKT also operates a technology consulting centre in Sweden, where technical experts and scientists support the industry worldwide with cross-disciplinary R&D projects and technical investigations. At NKT, we are all Connectors. We connect to develop leading power cable technologies that enable the world’s transition to renewable energy - and we stay connected to grow as people and professionals. As a company, NKT connects a gree