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Join LKAB and help shape the future of mining. As a Strategic Mining Engineer, you will lead early-stage studies and drive innovative solutions for some of the world’s largest and most advanced underground mines.
At LKAB, we are leading the transformation of our industry toward a sustainable future. Just as we aim to reshape the world, we are committed to developing every individual on our team, both personally and professionally. Are you ready to help shape the future of the mining and mineral industry?
As a Strategic Mining Engineer, you will lead early-stage mining studies and shape LKAB’s future operations. You will coordinate inputs across disciplines, deliver clear reports for senior stakeholders, and collaborate with internal and external partners to drive strategic projects. Using your expertise in underground mining design, you will help ensure safe, efficient solutions for tomorrow’s mines.
Key responsibilities:
You will be part of LKAB’s corporate Technology function, responsible for strategic corporate technology development, system optimisation, and early-stage concept studies. The organisation drives plans for safe, efficient future operations across the entire value chain and manages development programs aligned with corporate goals and strategic value.
We are looking for someone who combines strategic thinking with strong interpersonal skills. You can see the bigger picture and take a holistic approach, setting clear priorities and driving progress even in complex or uncertain situations. You are proactive, well-organised, and solution-oriented, with the ability to make sound decisions at a corporate level. Your high emotional intelligence helps you understand different perspectives, build trust, and foster collaboration through clear communication and an inclusive, respectful approach.
Must have:
Beneficial attributes:
In addition to the general benefits we offer — which you can find a bit further down — we can also offer you, who currently do not live in Sweden, the following:
We strive for a fair and objective recruitment process. Therefore, we usually do not request cover letters. Instead, we ask you to answer questions related to the specific position you are applying for. Your responses help us understand your skills and experience, so please take the time to answer as clearly and thoroughly as possible.
Location: The job is based in Kiruna. Kiruna is located in Swedish Lapland above the Arctic Circle, offering great opportunities for fantastic outdoor activities both in summer and winter. For more information, please visit the website Kiruna Sweden – Kiruna Tourist Information – Visit Kiruna.
Type of Employment: Permanent, full-time
Contact: For more information about the position, please contact our hiring manager Tristan Jones, Program Manager for Mining Technical Development, Tristan.Jones@lkab.com.
Union representatives Kiruna/ Svappavaara:
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LKAB is an international mining and minerals group based in northern Sweden, but with the whole world as its workplace. We lead the way towards carbon-free production and we do it together – in an open, warm and safe working environment with technology and development in focus. We welcome challenges, innovative ideas and initiative, always with gender equality and diversity in focus.
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