Boliden is a high-tech metals company with its own mines and smelters that works long-term to guarantee society's access to base and precious metals. For a century, our work has been part of the value chains that shape modern society. At Boliden, we know that the metals we mine and make available will continue to play a crucial role in the future - what matters is how we produce them. Join us and drive change for future generations.

We are now looking for a Head of Systems Engineering - a strategically central leadership role with responsibility for shaping, managing and developing technical systems that are crucial for the mines and processing plants of the future within Boliden Mines.

Your mission

In the role of Head of Systems Engineering, you have a business area-wide responsibility for technology development within Boliden Mines. You ensure that technical systems, architecture and working methods support safety, sustainability and business benefits - both operationally and in the long term.

You have a clear mandate to set the direction, prioritize and create common conditions for technology development in close collaboration with operations, investment, IT / OT and external partners.

Responsibilities and main focus areas

• Set strategic direction and prioritize technology development within Boliden Mines
• Establish and manage system strategies, standards and common ways of working
• Lead and develop the department's three sections and senior key roles
• Ensure effective collaboration between operations, investment projects, IT/OT and R&D
• Translate technical opportunities in areas such as electrification, automation and digitalization into robust operations and long-term business benefits

About the Systems Engineering department

Systems Engineering is part of Boliden Mines' technology organization and acts as a strategic hub between operations, technology development, investments and research.

The department is responsible for the development and control of technical systems in both mines and concentrators and is organized in three complementary sections:

• Electrification & Automation, Mobile Machines (MOB) - electrified, autonomous and safe mobile systems in and above ground
• Electrification, Instrumentation & Automation (EIA) - fixed plants, infrastructure, OT systems, standards and compliance in electricity and automation
• Process Control & Analysis (PCA) - advanced process control, modeling and data analysis for optimized and resource-efficient production

Qualifications

• Technical college or university education, or equivalent relevant experience
• Several years of experience in managerial and leadership roles in technical or industrial operations
• Experience in leading change management and strategic technology shifts in complex environments
• Experience in operations management including budget, follow-up and prioritization
• Experience from mining, process or other heavy industry
• Broad technical systems understanding in one or more of the areas of systems engineering and automation, electricity and electrification, advanced process control and industrial IT/OT
• Very good knowledge of Swedish and English, in speech and writing

Advantageous

• Experience working close to operations and operational activities on site
• Experience leading specialist and expert organizations
• In-depth competence in automation, OT/IT, electrification or process control
• Authorization EL A or AL
• Experience in R&D collaborations with universities, universities or research institutes

Leadership and working methods

• Confident and decisive in uncertain and complex contexts
• Strategic holistic perspective combined with a pragmatic and business-oriented approach
• Structured and analytical with the ability to translate technology into concrete business benefits
• Creates trust, commitment and direction through collaboration and clear communication

Why work with us?

At Boliden, we believe in fostering a workplace where care, courage and responsibility are central to everything we do. We offer a workplace where we believe in collaboration and where what you contribute will have a direct impact on future generations. We are a company of responsible and creative people all working towards the same vision; to become the most sustainable and respected metals supplier in the world.

Apply today to be part of something truly meaningful!

At Boliden, diversity and inclusion are a driving force for innovation. We know that different perspectives and experiences strengthen us and help us stay ahead in an important and exciting industry. That's why we encourage applications from people with different backgrounds and viewpoints. Together, we are building a workplace where everyone can feel safe and inspired to reach their full potential.

Want to know more about the role? Contact Recruiting Manager Michael Palo, 072-236 39 08, Michael.Palo@boliden.com.

Questions about the application will be answered by our Talent Acquisition Partner, Terese Lindholm, terese.lindholm@boliden.com.

For union information, please contact Mats Lindblom (SACO) 073-350 04 19, Andreas Mårtensson (Unionen) 070-541 83 93 and Peter Markström (Ledarna) 0910-77 40 09.

Submit your application no later than: Wednesday, May 13, 2026

Please send your application to us as soon as possible as recruitment can take place on an ongoing basis. As part of Boliden's quality and safety work, background and health checks are included in our recruitment processes.

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