Product planning engineer - European Graduate Program

at  SSAB

Location: Finland
Country: Finland
Application due date: 2025-02-28 23:59:59 UTC
We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated person to join the product planning team in Raahe. The main responsibilities of a Product Planning Engineer include creating and maintaining manufacturing instructions and product ranges in accordance with standards and customer specifications. The role also involves continuous development of steel grades, monitoring test rejections, overseeing costs, and utilizing dynamic simulation tools. In this position you will co-operate closely with sales, production and technical development organizations. You will also have a wide view of steel technology and business.
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
Investigating manufacturing possibilities and requirements related to various customer specifications
Responding to production deviation inquiries
Improving the performance of grades already in the production program
Managing the dimensional ranges to be manufactured
About You
Master degree in Material, Process or Mechanical Engineering or another relevant field, and ideally have an understanding of metallurgical processes
Graduated within the past 24 months
Excellent English skills and solid knowledge of Finnish
Be analytical, the knowledge and use of statistical analysis methods (such as Six Sigma, Minitab) is beneficial for the role.
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?
For more information, please contact Development Manager Tuomas Hallikainen +358 50 3159355 (tuomas.hallikainen@ssab.com)
or Product Planning Manager Asko Kujanpää via email asko.kujanpaa@ssab.com.
Contact manager
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Word from your future manager
The product planning team is a vantage point on the journey towards fossil-free steel production. The team’s area of responsibility and scope of tasks are large and diverse. The team has very comprehensive expertise and experience, and collaboration within the team is smooth. In product planning, we care about and appreciate each other, and we have a great work atmosphere. We welcome You to join our skilled team.
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