Are you dedicated and curious, and looking for a rewarding job in control systems and programming at a company committed to a more sustainable world? Then this job might be right for you!

Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining us on a journey. A journey that we believe is crucial for the planet’s future and sustainability. Steel has been one of the most important materials for the development of our society and will continue to be so in the future—in our homes, in the bridges that connect our cities, and in the cars of tomorrow. At SSAB, we’re proud of our history and our leadership in high-strength steel. At the same time, we’re aware that steel production is one of the industries that emits the most greenhouse gases in the world. That has to change. We have therefore developed the world’s first fossil-free steel production process and are committed to becoming largely fossil-free. As part of SSAB, you will play a key role in achieving this goal and thereby contribute to the green transition of the entire steel industry.

About the Position

Together with your colleagues, you will work on system solutions—including both new designs and modifications/updates to existing control systems—problem-solving, plant development, and the commissioning of new machinery at our facilities. You will primarily participate in two different workflows: project-based work and work order-based work.

Collaboration with the production sections/departments is important, and your primary points of contact will include maintenance technicians, operations technicians, external suppliers, internal staff, and contractors.

You will be part of the Systems Engineering section within the Sheet Metal Engineering department. The group consists of approximately 19 systems designers/engineers who work with the Rolling Mill’s facilities. We work in area groups where mechanical, electrical, and systems engineers collaborate across three different production departments. We offer you challenging and stimulating workdays where you—either independently or together with other designers—will be responsible for system design and the automation of machines and facilities within the Rolling Mill. With us, you’ll have the opportunity to get hands-on experience and follow projects from concept to commissioning.

Selection and interviews are conducted on an ongoing basis, and the position may be filled before the application deadline.

Your main responsibilities

• Drive the development and improvement of automation systems at existing and new facilities
• Program and troubleshoot SSAB’s in-house developed ProviewR system
• Program PLC control systems such as Siemens SIMATIC S7.
• Design, development, and engineering of control systems for machines at our facilities
• Conduct risk assessments and place orders related to work orders/projects
• Assist in the development of facilities and work methods
• Commissioning new machines and facilities
• Assist operations/maintenance with technical support
• Conduct testing and validation of system designs

About You

• You have at least a 2-year college degree in Automation Engineering, or a vocational degree or mechanical engineering degree with a focus on automation technology, or equivalent experience.
• We value professional experience, such as in automation design and drive systems. We consider experience in the manufacturing or process industries to be a strong asset.
• Experience with programming in PLCs and industrial safety control systems, such as ABB Pluto.
• Experience with C/C++ is a plus.
• You thrive on technical challenges, have the ability to quickly grasp complex problems, and are solution-oriented in your work.
• You plan and organize your own work, are self-motivated, and have the ability to make independent decisions.
• Strong collaboration skills are essential; you have an open mindset, are responsive, and adapt solutions to meet emerging needs.
• You are fluent in Swedish and English and have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills are essential, and you have an open mindset, are responsive, and adapt solutions to meet emerging needs.

The Recruitment Process

1. Apply

2. Interview

3. Reference Check

4. Come Meet Us

5. Background Checks

6. Signing the Contract

Do you have any questions about the position?

Erik Karlsson, Section Manager, System Design, Sheet Metal Engineering, erik.karlsson1@ssab.com

SSAB is a Nordic and U.S.-based steel company that is building a stronger, lighter, and more sustainable world through value-added steel products and services. Together with our partners, SSAB has developed SSAB Fossil-free™ steel and plans to reinvent the value chain from the mine to the end customer, which will virtually eliminate carbon dioxide emissions from our own operations. SSAB Zero™, a largely carbon-neutral steel based on recycled steel, further strengthens SSAB’s leading position and our comprehensive sustainable offering, regardless of the raw material. SSAB has employees in over 50 countries and production facilities in Sweden, Finland, and the United States. SSAB is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm and secondarily listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Join us on this journey! www.ssab.com, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, X, and YouTube.