Electrical Engineer

Kongsberg Maritime is growing - and we want you to be part of our journey! We are now hiring an Electrical Engineer to join our Pod Propulsion team in Kristinehamn Sweden.

In the Electrical Engineer role, you will be part of a dynamic team working together to design, sell, manufacture, and deliver POD propulsion products with world-class performance. PODS are high-end, fully electric propulsion systems and is a vital part of our portfolio of environmentally friendly maritime propulsion solutions, providing high efficiency and low noise with outstanding manoeuvrability.

As an experienced engineer you will be ready to take ownership of specific electrical subsystems for the Pod product and work within a supportive and skilled team. We’re looking for an engineer with dedication and curiosity to help shape innovative designs for our Pod product and to deliver excellence to our customers.

You will work with ensuring that the product meets the design requirements and high standards for greener maritime transportation. Your main contribution will be in electrical engineering, with the chance to be involved in every stage - from initial concepts and drawings to final testing.

What we can offer

We offer an inspiring and safe work-environment and the possibility to work with sustainable and exciting solutions for the future. A position with a wide range of interesting work tasks, opportunities to make a real difference and develop on a technical and personal level. You will have the opportunity to work with a unique product at a world-leading supplier of maritime solutions. You will work in an international environment and in multidisciplinary team collaboration where some travelling can be part of your work. We can offer flexible working hours and the option to work partly remote based on your work tasks.

Qualifications and experience

We’re looking for someone with a bachelor’s or master’s degree in Electrical Power Engineering or Electrical Engineering together with experience working with power engineering. Experience working with motor/drive systems and hands on experience from installations and maintenance safety requirements is a strong advantage. Industry experience and knowledge in marine propulsion, electronics, naval engineering, as well as quality control and working with certification bodies and international standards is a big plus. We’ll support you with hands-on challenges, mentoring, and a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued.

Since we work globally, strong English communication skills (spoken and written) are essential. Additional languages are a bonus.

Work location

KM Nordics offices (Primarily Kristinehamn, Turku, Rauma, Ulsteinvik)

Last day to apply 2026-01-12

Selection and interviews may commence during the application period.

For this position we work with personality and ability tests, which may be sent to you if you proceed in the process.

Kongsberg works with customers from both the commercial and naval market segments.

As our Electrical Engineers work with classified materials, security clearance and export control are both required for this position and questions related to citizenship will be part of the selection process.

Point of contact

Per Nahnfeldt, Product Manager - Pod Propulsion, +46 (0)70 628 40 72, per.nahnfeldt@km.kongsberg.com

Georgina Fielding, HR Specialist, +46(0)76 894 55 92, georgina.fielding@km.kongsberg.com

Kongsberg Maritime is a technology pioneer, enabling a more sustainable future for our oceans. Our zero-emission integrated technologies advance the maritime industry and solve our customers' toughest problems. With unmatched competence, domain knowledge, innovation, and market reach, we are the trusted maritime partner. Headquartered in Kongsberg, Norway, the company has manufacturing, sales and service facilities in 35 countries.

Kongsberg Maritime, Kristinehamn consists of 370 engaged people working with sales, research, development, design, service, training and assembly of market leading marine solutions. Our Hydrodynamic Research Centre is one of the world’s leading marine hydrodynamic research facilities, specialized in development, design and testing of marine propulsion systems.

Our Propulsion and Handling division delivers world class products for propulsion, handling systems, motion control and waterjet for all marine industry sectors including merchant, offshore and naval. Our products enhance operational efficiency and deliver safe, secure, reliable and sustainable products to our valued customers.

Protechting people and planet