Project Engineer - European Graduate Program

at  SSAB

Location: Finland
Country: Finland
Application due date: 2025-02-28 23:59:59 UTC
We are looking for a new expert for our electrical and automation team. If you have successfully completed your studies in automation or electrical engineering, want to work in diverse and challenging tasks and develop your skills in a professional team, this is an interesting job for you.
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.
We are looking for a new resource for the Investment Service electrical and automation team. where we carry out maintenance planning related to electrical, automation, and safety systems, as well as projects ranging from individual equipment to extensive electrical and automation systems in production processes. Processes range from raw material systems to power plant and steel production lines.
You will work in SSAB’s Investment Service, which is part of the maintenance organization at the Raahe steel plant. The Investment Service manages, supervises and implements investment projects at steel plant. It is responsible for their technical design and procures and supervises maintenance planning assignments.
The assignments range from small to large scale, including various areas of electrical and automation technology from electricity distribution to safety, machinery and process automation. Other than this we are also looking forward to a new fossil-free production process in Raahe.
The diverse design tasks and projects give you the opportunity to challenge and develop your own skills, so there is a lot to learn even for a more experienced person.
You will be supported by our experienced professionals as well as an extensive network of consultancy firms and equipment suppliers.
We are now recruiting a Project Engineer - the exact job description will be tailored to your skills, experience, and interests.
Main responsibilities
Preparation of investments (technical plans)
Procurement and supervision of Engineering
Technical advisor in your area of expertise
Project Manager of Minor Investments
Assistance in the procurement and installation of equipment
About You
Master’s Program in Automation or Electrical Engineering
Graduated within the past 24 months
Excellent English skills and solid knowledge of Finnis
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?
Tapio Hyvölä, +358503143709, Investment service, Raahe
Design manager, Electrification and automation
Markku Kotajärvi, +358408442968, Investment service, Raahe
Head of investment service
Contact manager
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Word from your future manager
I am a team leader of the Investment service electrical and automation department. Our team employs 10 experienced electrification and automation experts. We work in close and good cooperation with other Investment service teams and Steel plant maintenance professionals. Our assignments vary a lot and are sufficiently challenging, ranging from small maintenance tasks to large-scale project tasks. Welcome to the team to complement our strong competence and develop our operations together!
Tapio Hyvölä, Investment service, Raahe.
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