Research Engineer Specialist in Mineral Processing
Job Posting End Date / last application date:
2024-08-31
Specialist in Mineral Processing
Do you want to work in Kiruna together with research engineers and specialists at LKAB’s research and development department? Do you want to collaborate with universities, research institutes and suppliers around the world to drive development forward?
Then the position as a Specialist in Mineral Processing at LKAB may be something for you!
The most important jobs of the future
We want to lead the transformation of our industry towards a sustainable future. And just as we want to change the world, we want to develop everyone who joins us on the journey, personally and professionally.
Do you want to help shape the future of the world’s mining and minerals industry?
Your role
As part of the Kiruna R&D team this position will fill a leading role in mineral processing with focus on comminution technologies. Daily tasks will be connected to all study phases from conceptual to operational assignments. We work interdisciplinary along the entire mining value chain, however close collaboration is especially needed towards the technical notes of process mineralogy and geometallurgy, agglomeration and pelletization and water and tailings.
You will work with both process challenges in current operations and assignments for long term development of future mines. The work also includes lab, pilot and full-scale trials, data handling and reporting, regular travel between the company sites and to external collaboration partners, conferences etc.
What you bring
You’re dedicated to your work and can see the big picture. You’re used to working independently and can spot logic and connections in complex information or environments. You communicate well with others and enjoy taking on big responsibilities to tackle the challenges our company faces.
As a senior research engineer/specialist in mineral processing you should have:
- A Master’s degree or higher (PhD), with good work experience
- Focus area on comminution technology with experience in process simulation
- Knowledge in processing techniques in iron ore including both magnetite and hematite
- Practical experience in test work design and operation
- B driving licence, as it is a requirement for all positions within LKAB
What you get
A stimulating and challenging job where you work on cutting-edge issues. You will be part of a professional team of specialists working together for the future of the mining and minerals industry. In addition, you will also:
- Receive health care and study support, as well as access to an art club, leisure club, mountain cabins and family activities.
- Be part of the group’s reward program.
- Receive enhanced parental allowance of up to 90% of regular salary for up to six months (after one year of employment).
- Receive help and support in case of illness or in matters of work environment, health, wellness, and rehabilitation.
- Receive reimbursement for dental care and eyeglasses.
- Have the possibility to apply for scholarships for studies for both you and your children.
- Have the opportunity to join our pension and insurance program with preferential rates.
You will be based in Kiruna or Malmberget, close to the mining operation and city of Kiruna / Gällivare, situated in Swedish Lapland above the Arctic Circle. The area offers great opportunities for outdoor and mountain activities, such as hiking, hunting, fishing, skiing, ice climbing, etc. See http://www.gellivarelapland.se/en/ and https://www.kirunalapland.se/en/
Welcome with your application, including CV and cover letter, by August 31th 2024, at the latest.
For more information about the position, please contact Section Manager Mikael Stålnacke, mikael.stalnacke@lkab.com
Union representatives:
Kiruna / Svappavaara
Northern Union – Sakari Alanko, 0980-72508
Akademikerföreningen Kiruna / Svappavaara – Björn Åström, 0980-72903
Ledarna Kiruna / Svappavaara – Ingegerd Kyrö, 0980-71050
Malmberget
Unionen Södra – Per Ola Eriksson, 0920-38076
SACO Club Södra – Annika Taavoniku, 0970-79532
Ledarna Södra – Annica Kaati, 0970-767 65
About LKAB
LKAB is an international mining and minerals group with northern Sweden as its base and 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 work environment with technology and development in focus. We welcome challenges, innovative ideas and initiative, always with equality and diversity in focus.
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