Energy Engineer - European Graduate Program

at  SSAB

Location: Finland
Country: Finland
Application due date: 2025-02-28 23:59:59 UTC
We hope to find an enthusiastic and motivated person to develop into an expert in the energy industry. In your role, you will get to work in the field to advance SSAB’s green transition from an energy perspective. Your duties will include improving energy efficiency, identifying opportunities in the constantly evolving energy market, optimizing production flexibility, and developing energy reporting. Depending on the person, responsibilities may increase and expand along with the development of the energy sector.
Becoming part of the SSAB family means joining a journey. A journey that we believe is essential for the sustainability of this planet. Steel has been one of the most important materials for developing our society and it will continue to be so. In the roofs over our heads, in the bridges connecting our cities and in the cars of tomorrow. At SSAB we are proud of our history and leadership in high-strength steel. But we are also aware that the production of steel is one of the largest emitters of greenhouse gases in the world. That has to change. That is why we have developed the world’s first fossil free steel production and has committed to becoming largely fossil-free by around 2030. As part of SSAB you will be instrumental in realizing this goal and push for the green transformation of the whole steel industry.
About the program and position
The European Graduate Program is designed to attract and develop newly graduated talent to ensure SSAB’s future critical competencies. Over 14 months, you will participate in workshops and lectures that provide in-depth knowledge of SSAB’s operations, leadership practices, and a wide network of professional contacts.
The program includes visits to SSAB’s production sites in Finland and Sweden, as well as an individual trip to a business location of particular interest. Throughout the program, you will be paired with a senior mentor who offers personalized guidance and support. The program concludes with a final presentation to SSAB’s management team, where you will share your learnings and experiences.
Main responsibilities
Improving energy efficiency
Energy monitoring development
Optimizing flexibility in the energy market
About You
Graduated within the past 24 months
Excellent Finnish and English skills
Appropriate technical university/school of economics/business management or other relevant education
Good mathematical skills
To enjoy SSAB and be able to take advantage of this program to its fullest you also need to
Have good cultural awareness and willingness to work internationally
Have flexibility and ability to handle rapidly changing conditions
Have the ambition to drive development and improvement for both you and the company
Have ability to see the big picture
Be an excellent team player with a driven mindset
Have excellent communication and interaction skills
Our offer
At SSAB we strive for a diverse and inclusive environment. We use our values – driven, true and ahead – in making everyday decisions, keeping the customer at the heart of what we do. This makes us all team players, each with the drive to improve. When joining SSAB you will become part of an organization of passionate problem solvers working together on important challenges. We will support your growth by providing a safe and friendly workplace that contributes to work-life balance. If you set out to achieve it, at SSAB you will have the possibility of broadening your skills and grow within your field or beyond.
The program offers you
A 14-month kickstart to your development in an international company and environment
Permanent employment at SSAB after 6 months fixed-term contract with a market-relevant salary
Internal senior mentoring individually selected for you
Digital meetings with other participants to learn about different areas within SSAB
Planned physical visits to chosen SSAB sites, called Base Camp
Presentations, exchanging experiences and leadership tools
A customized study trip tailored to suit you and your development
A broad international network
Recruitment process
1. Apply
2. Digital assesments
3. Interview
4. Reference Check
5. Health Examination
6. Sign
Background check may be a part of the recruitment process. The health check also includes drug testing.
Got questions about this position?
Mikko Lepistö, mikko.lepisto@ssab.com, 050 315 4385
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Word from your future manager
I’ve worked at SSAB for over 10 years at SSAB. The role of energy issues is improving and now is good time to add resources to work on energy topics. SSAB has a very large and interesting position in the energy sector, and the development of the energy market challenges us. At the same time, it opens up great opportunities. Welcome to join SSAB and my team!
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