Junior Ventilation Research Engineer – Mine Safety & Analysis

LKAB; Kiruna kommun; On-site; SEK 360,000 - 480,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Temporary accommodation

Learn Swedish language courses

Five weeks vacation

Job summary

LKAB in Kiruna is seeking a Junior Research Engineer in ventilation to join our operations. You will work closely with operations and development to create a safe, efficient, and sustainable mining environment.

You will conduct ventilation measurements, analyse results, and contribute to ventilation modelling in Ventsim, as well as studies on airflow, heat, fire safety, and other environmental factors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mining engineering or a relevant field.
• Experience in mine ventilation, especially underground measurements.
• Good knowledge of MS Office.
• Fluency in English, both spoken and written.
• A valid B driver's license.
• Knowledge of Swedish is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Conduct ventilation measurements (airflow, pressure, temperature, humidity, contaminants) and report results.
• Perform ventilation modelling in Ventsim.
• Study airflow distribution, heat, fire safety, and other environmental factors.
• Participate in projects and contribute to continuous development of operations.

Skills

Structured and analytical

MS Office knowledge

Fluent English

Valid B driver's license

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in mining engineering or relevant field

Tools

Ventsim

Data analysis tools

Job description

LKAB in Kiruna is seeking a Junior Research Engineer in ventilation to join our operations. You will work closely with operations and development to create a safe, efficient, and sustainable mining environment.

You will conduct ventilation measurements, analyse results, and contribute to ventilation modelling in Ventsim, as well as studies on airflow, heat, fire safety, and other environmental factors.