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.

LMF and RH Lead

We are looking for a Secondary Metallurgy Lead to take ownership of the Ladle Metallurgy Furnace (LMF) and RH Degasser operations. This is a key technical leadership position in our new steelmaking facility—ideal for someone with practical experience who can balance daily operations, long-term process development, and team leadership.

This is a specialist role who is working closely with the production manager for the caster section.

What you'll do

• Oversee and continuously improve the performance of the LMF and RH units.
• Adjust steel chemistry and slag properties to meet metallurgical specifications.
• Monitor process data and trends through control systems and contribute to process development.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to plan shutdowns and preventive maintenance.
• Monitor equipment conditions and support troubleshooting efforts.
• Participate in commissioning activities and contribute to equipment optimization.
• Be the technical and practical support and mentor to a team of operators, metallurgists, and technical staff.
• Promote a culture of safety, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Cooperate closely with production, quality, and engineering teams to align operations.

What we're looking for

• We are open to candidates with varied backgrounds, as long as you bring solid expertise in secondary metallurgy and a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Experience with Ladle Furnace, LMF, RH degassing, or vacuum treatment operations.
• Knowledge of steel chemistry, slag practice, and metallurgical process control.
• Experience with maintenance coordination, process optimization, or commissioning is an advantage.
• Strong communication skills in either English or Swedish.
• Degree in Metallurgy, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering is meritable but not a requirement.

We know from research that many talented individuals hesitate to apply unless they meet all listed qualifications. If our mission resonates with you and you have relevant experience in secondary metallurgy - especially in LMF or RH - we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the right fit for this role or another upcoming opportunity.

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.