Instrument and Automation Technician

Take the opportunity to relocate to Boden and join the green industrial revolution. At Stegra, we offer full relocation support and the chance to be part of building Sweden’s first fossil-free steel plant. You’ll work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your skills drive real change. If you’re looking for a future-proof career and want to make a difference – Stegra and Boden are ready for you.

About Stegra 

Stegra is an industrial impact company with a strong ambition to reduce CO2 emissions in the most fossil-intensive industries. We are building our first facility for large-scale production of green hydrogen, green iron, and green steel in Boden. Founded in 2020 as H2 Green Steel, we changed our name to Stegra in 2024 to better reflect our vision. With offices in Boden and Stockholm, and a plan to have around 1,500 employees by the end of 2025, we are creating diverse teams of innovative and goal-oriented individuals. Together, we are driving the green transition and shaping the future of sustainable industry. 

Instrument and Automation Technician

We are currently looking for a skilled Instrument and Automation Technician to help ensure safe, efficient, and stable operations in our production environment. In this role, you will be responsible for both preventive and corrective maintenance within instrumentation and automated systems in low- and medium-voltage facilities.
You will work closely with operators, technicians, and other production personnel to optimize operations and contribute to continuous improvement efforts. Your tasks will include troubleshooting control systems, sensors, regulators, and other automation components. You will use technical drawings, manuals, and diagnostic tools to analyze and resolve faults in both hardware and software.

The role also involves configuring, programming, and calibrating instruments and control systems—such as PLCs, HMIs, and SCADA systems. You will ensure that electrical and automation systems operate reliably and efficiently, while also contributing to the development and optimization of our maintenance programs.
As part of the position, you may also become a member of Stegra’s internal rescue team. Instrument and automation technicians possess valuable skills and will receive specialized training to participate in rescue operations. Previous experience in this area is a plus, but we also welcome those who are willing to undergo training and medical assessments to take on this important responsibility.

Responsibilities:

• Interface with operators, technicians and other production personnel to understand and communicate improvements that needs to be done and has been done.


• Install, maintain and repair instrument devices and automation systems


• Read technical diagrams, single line diagrams and blueprints.


• Perform general instrument maintenance


• Troubleshoot instrument issues using appropriate of testing devices.


• Setting up calibration program.


• Configuration of DC and PLC systems


• Field instruments


• Contribute to maintenance program optimization.


• Train others in maintenance specific tasks.


• Evaluation of needed spare parts of the equipment.


• Assure safe conditions with Lock Out, Tag Out, Try Out according routines when having repairs or inspections of equipment.


• Together with the rest of the team, maintain good housekeeping and being a key player to develop and maintain a safe work environment.

Experience and Qualifications:

• Three years electrical gymnasium with focus on industrial automation or equivalent. Previous experience in maintenance or production, minimum 2 years.


• Good technical knowledge about instrumentation, automation, hydraulic and pneumatic.


• Ability to work on feet for shift and carry loads up to 36kg.


• Ability to work in and around electromagnetic fields.


• Knowledge of Swedish and EU safety standards.


• Ability to work independently and with precision.


• Good knowledge of English; Swedish is a plus.

What we offer
If you're passionate about making a real difference and contributing to a more sustainable future, Stegra offers a unique opportunity to be part of a driven and ambitious team. Here, you can help shape the future of steel production while growing your own career in a company that values inclusion, collaboration, and personal development. We believe our success starts with our people – and together, we’re building a greener tomorrow.

• Work location: Boden, northern Sweden.

• Relocation support available.

• The positions will be filled on an ongoing basis throughout the spring and fall.

At Stegra, we value an inclusive workplace where everyone feels welcome and empowered to contribute. We're building a purpose-driven company with sustainability at its core, starting with green steel production in Boden. If you're passionate about the green transition but don’t meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You could be exactly who we're looking for—whether for this role or another in our expanding team. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable industry!