DCS Engineer - DRI department
Boden, Sweden
Type of Employment Full-time
Job position DCS Engineer - DRI department
Work model On location
Application due date ASAP
Are you the one?

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen.

If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow.


DCS Engineer - What you’ll do

As a DCS Engineer, you’ll play a key role in developing, optimizing, and managing the Distributed Control Systems at the heart of our sustainable production.

From enhancing control strategies to leading digital upgrades and ensuring safe, seamless operations—you’ll play a vital role in pushing industrial innovation forward. You’ll also help commission our landmark 145-meter Direct Reduction tower, central to our mission of producing fossil-free sponge iron for sustainable steelmaking.

You’ll be a valued part of the DRI team, reporting to Viji Sudhakaran, and working closely with peers across our dynamic DCS department.

 

Responsibilities
Specific to this role, the day-to-day tasks will include the following but as we are a growing company with very little silos between teams, other tasks might be included as well

  • Review and validate Process Flow Diagrams (PFDs) and Piping & Instrumentation Diagrams (P&IDs) for alignment with engineering standards and operational goals.
  • Provide technical support for Distributed Control System (DCS) programming, logic design, and troubleshooting to ensure system integrity and process efficiency.
  • Lead and participate in Process Hazards Analysis (PHA), root cause analysis (RCA), and risk assessments.
  • Ensure compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Management Systems (OHSMS), Permit to Work (PTW), and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTOTO) systems.
  • Implement data-driven recommendations to enhance operational performance and cost efficiency.
  • Facilitate technical training and mentoring for operations and junior staff, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

What you’ll bring
You’re curious and believe that real progress happens when we work together. 
At Stegra, we value people who  build trust, and help create a workplace where everyone can do their best. As a DCS engineer you also recognize yourself in: 

  • Bachelor of Engineering (Chemical, Metallurgical) or equivalent.
  • Extensive experience in the field (preferably gained from working as the DCS Engineer in a gas based DRI Plant which produces both HBI & HDRI or similar products.)
  • Extensive experience in Oxide startup, trouble shooting and trouble handling in different adverse plant operation scenario.
  • In-depth knowledge of DCS architecture, programming and configuration.
  • Experience in ISO systems 9001/14001/45001.

Timeline application: 
Step 1: Closing date for vacancy is 31th of September
Step 2: Response from Talent Acquisition Specialist.
Step 3: The interview process consists of 2-3 interviews.
Step 4: Let’s talk about a job offer! We aim to complete the process before the 31st of October.
Step 5: If required, we will support in the relocation process.


Benefits at Stegra - What we offer

At Stegra, you’ll join a company where your work has real impact on the climate, the industry, innovation and future generations. We’re building a culture rooted in safety, trust, and inclusion, where people feel supported to grow and thrive.

You’ll receive:

  • Fair, competitive compensation aligned with collective agreements,
  •  Up to 30 days of paid vacation, occupational pension, parental benefits, and insurance. 
  • If you need support with relocation or immigration, our relocation department will help guide you through the process, whether it’s permits, housing or other practical matters. 
  • You can also enjoy perks like subsidized gym memberships and bike leases, plus the everyday benefits of life closer to nature.

Want to read more about Benefits at Stegra? click here.


Our Boden Site

Our Boden site is located just west of Boden City, right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It’s where we’re building one of the world’s most modern, sustainable steel plants—designed with safety, efficiency, and people in mind. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of living near nature, schools, and community life. Boden Video

This is Stegra

Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat.

By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.