Lab Technician

Lab Technician

Location: Boden

At Stegra, we’re not just building a plant – we’re proving that sustainable industry is possible. And to do that, we need people like you. As a Site Laboratory Technician in Quality & Metallurgy within steel operations, the role is critical in ensuring both the quality and efficiency of the steel manufacturing process. The position involves performing a wide range of mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical tests on samples, ensuring that all testing and analyses are accurate, timely, and compliant with industry standards

• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and quality protocols.


• Conduct mechanical, chemical, and metallurgical tests (ISO, DIN, JIS, ASTM), including tensile, hardness, impact, chemical testing, and SEM analysis.


• Prepare and program samples using CNC machining and robotic systems.


• Calibrate and maintain testing equipment for accuracy and reliability.


• Maintain a clean and safe lab environment.


• Record and analyze test data, reporting deviations or non-conformities.

• Experience in mechanical or industrial laboratory environments preferred.


• Familiarity with international testing standards (ISO, ASTM, JIS, DIN).


• Knowledge of CNC machining, robotic systems, and metallurgical tools is a plus.


• Experience with acids and steel industry standards is advantageous.


• Holds an EU category B driving licence.


• Strong safety awareness and ability to lift and handle up to 25 kg.


• Excellent communication in English; Swedish is a plus.

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.

• A permanent position in one of Sweden’s most exciting industrial projects.


• Competitive salary and benefits package in line with Union-negotiated agreements.


• 25 days of annual leave, in accordance with Swedish labor standards.


• Full relocation support, including housing assistance, travel arrangements, and relocation compensation.


• Visa sponsorship where applicable.


• Modern, purpose-built facilities in Boden with a focus on safety, sustainability, and innovation.


• A supportive and inclusive work environment where everyone is encouraged to grow and thrive.

Our Boden site is right in the heart of a growing green industrial hub in Northern Sweden. It’s where we’re building one of the world’s most modern, sustainable steel plants. With just a 10-minute commute from town, you'll be close to both cutting-edge technology and the everyday convenience of community life.

Studies show that women and underrepresented groups often hesitate to apply unless they meet every requirement. At Stegra, we’re building an impact-driven, sustainable company - and we need a diverse, inclusive team to make it happen.

If you share our passion but don’t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the perfect fit for this role, or another as we grow.

Stegra is on a mission to change the global steel industry by producing green hydrogen, iron, and steel - with the goal of eliminating CO₂ emissions. Instead of coal, we use green hydrogen and fossil-free electricity, meaning our primary emissions will be water and heat.

By 2030, our ambition is to produce 5 million tonnes of green steel annually in our fully integrated, digitized, and sustainable plant in Boden, Northern Sweden - currently under construction. But this is just the beginning. Our expertise in green hydrogen will enable us to decarbonize industries beyond steel, paving the way for a cleaner future.

If you encounter any challenges when you are sending your application, please contact us on BlueCollarHiring@stegra.com and we will be happy to help.