Electrical Lead Meltshop

Stegra Boden AB; Sävast; On-site; SEK 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Stegra Boden AB, located in Sävast, Sweden, is seeking an Electrical Lead for the Meltshop area. This role involves overseeing all electrical activities, ensuring smooth operations and compliance with safety standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in industrial electrical systems, especially within steel production environments.

You'll lead troubleshooting efforts and coordinate with teams to align maintenance schedules with production needs. Join us to help drive the future of sustainable steelmaking.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in electrical engineering or related field.
• Significant experience in industrial electrical systems, preferably in steel or metallurgical environment.
• Hands-on experience with PLCs, drives, and electrical control systems.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems.
• Collaborate with managers to implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Lead troubleshooting and corrective maintenance for electrical equipment.

Skills

Industrial electrical systems

PLC experience

Maintenance best practices

Leadership

Safety regulations knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering or related field

Tools

Electrical control systems

Diagnostics tools

Job description

Research shows that women and other under-represented groups within our industry hesitate to apply unless they tick most boxes of a role description. At Stegra, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core. We need a diverse, inclusive, and authentic team to rally behind our purpose of de-carbonizing hard-to-abate industries, starting with steel.

So, if you are equally passionate about our purpose yet concerned that your experience doesn’t perfectly align with the qualifications stated in the job advert, we strongly encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate, either for this role – or for another upcoming role in our rapidly growing business.

About us:

Stegra is on a mission to disrupt the global steel industry by producing green steel, with the end goal of bringing down CO2 emissions to zero. By using green hydrogen and fossil‑free electricity instead of coal; water and heat will be our primary emissions. By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitalized, and sustainable plant in Boden, located in northern Sweden – currently in construction phase. But this is just the beginning – our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize other industries in addition to steel, and we look forward to what’s next in store for us.

We are looking for talented, innovative, and purpose‑driven people to join our rapidly growing and diverse team. Our employees get to learn everyday, implement the latest technology, and test and put their ideas into practice. Together, we are building an impact company with sustainability at its core – for our people, customers, investors, society, and planet.

Electrical Lead Meltshop

The Electrical Lead will be responsible for overseeing all electrical activities in the Meltshop area. This includes ensuring smooth operation, maintenance, troubleshooting, and optimization of electrical systems and equipment. The Electrical Lead will manage both day and shift labor, ensuring effective coordination and alignment of the electrical team with production needs. This role plays a critical part in maintaining safety, efficiency, and compliance with electrical standards.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee the installation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems and equipment.
• Collaborate with the Electrical & Automation Manager to implement preventative maintenance programs.
• Lead troubleshooting and corrective maintenance for electrical equipment to minimize downtime and ensure high availability.
• Ensure all electrical systems meet regulatory standards and comply with company safety policies and procedures.
• Participate in root cause analysis for any equipment failures and work with other departments to resolve issues efficiently.
• Support automation and control systems to ensure seamless operation of processes.
• Provide training and development for the electrical team, fostering continuous improvement and skill growth.
• Coordinate with production teams to align maintenance and project schedules with operational needs.
• Maintain detailed documentation of electrical work, maintenance records, and ensure proper inventory of electrical components.
• Complete all tasks as directed by the manager and fulfill all assigned responsibilities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in electrical engineering or a related field or equivalent practical experience.
• Significant experience in industrial electrical systems, preferably in a steel or metallurgical environment.
• Hands‑on experience with PLCs, drives, and electrical control systems.
• Leadership experience, preferably managing shift labor.
• Understanding of metallurgical production processes.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, electrical standards, and maintenance best practices.
• Electrical system troubleshooting and diagnostics.
• Familiarity with safety protocols in heavy industrial environments.

Location: Boden

What we can offer you

If you are passionate about making actual change and having a positive impact on society and our planet, Stegra offers a unique opportunity to be part of a fun and professional team with high ambitions.

You will get the opportunity to shape your future career together with a company focusing on creating a culture where everyone can thrive and feel a sense of belonging. In the end, we know that Stegra's growth and success is dependent on our people and we can’t wait to shape the future of steelmaking and other industries together as a team.