Senior Research Engineer to LKAB Special Products

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Senior Research Engineer to LKAB Special Products

Join LKAB Special Products and help shape the future of sustainable mining. As a Senior Research Engineer, you will play a key role in developing innovative processes that unlock critical metals for tomorrow’s technologies.

Ort: Luleå

Anställningsform: Tillsvidareanställning

Ansök senast: 2026-10-14

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Shaping the future

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?

LKAB Special Products

The Special Products business area delivers strategic services and products. The business area consists of five companies operating within industrial minerals, mining and construction services, mechanical services, drilling technology, and explosives.

Your role

In this role, you will work together with a team of professionals in hydrometallurgy and laboratory operations. You will be responsible for developing processes from lab scale to full industrial implementation, focusing on extracting phosphoric acid and rare earth elements from LKAB’s mining by-product streams. Your work will involve applying and refining techniques such as leaching, solvent extraction, precipitation, and to achieve efficient and scalable solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive process development related to hydrometallurgical processes.
• Carry out laboratory and pilot-scale studies, including experiments, campaign planning and evaluation.
• Contribution to design of full-scale processes, including design criteria and technical support to the project team.
• Act as a mentor or supervisor for junior engineers, supporting them in planning, executing, and evaluating experiments.
• Liaise with suppliers and external consultants.
  
  

This position offers the opportunity to be part of research and development initiatives at LKAB’s new research centre and demonstration plant for critical metals in Luleå. You will work in an innovative environment alongside experts and specialists in critical minerals, within a team that is expected to grow in the future.

What you bring

You combine a strong sense of responsibility with a collaborative approach. You work independently when needed, but also actively engaging with your team and mentoring young co-workers to achieve shared goals. We see that you communicate clearly, adapt to changing circumstances, and bring creative, solution-focused thinking to challenges. You also value respect and inclusion, helping to create an environment where ideas are welcomed and everyone works towards common objectives.

Must Have

• At least a university degree in a relevant field (such as Chemical Engineering, Technical Chemistry, Process Engineering, or Metallurgy), combined with a strong industrial background. A PhD or higher qualification is considered an advantage.
• Experience in metallurgy and mineral processing, with hydrometallurgy considered an advantage, either within industry or in a development environment such as academia or a research institute.
• Previous experience as a supervisor or project lead in R&D activities.
• Strong communication skills in English, both written and spoken.
• Driving license, equivalent to Swedish Class B.
  
  

Desirable, But Not Essential

• Knowledge of simulation tools such as HSC, laboratory tools like LIMS, and experience with ABB control systems.
• Experience of plant operations, process development and greenfield/expansion projects within industry.
• Experience of work in advanced laboratory environments.
• Previous experience as a supervisor or project lead in R&D activities.
• Swedish language skills are highly desirable.
  
  

What we offer

Benefits

In addition to the general benefits we offer — which you can find a bit further down — we can also offer the following to those who do not currently live in Sweden:

• Relocation support for you and your family.
• Excellent conditions for settling in. We guide you through the official procedures necessary to settle in the country if you come from outside Sweden. We also provide temporary accommodation for a reasonable period and help you find a permanent place to live according to your personal needs.
• LKAB helps you learn Swedish, a tool for a better understanding of Swedish culture.
• The Swedish vacation law entitles all employees to five weeks of vacation per year, and four consecutive weeks during June, July, or August. Your contract may include extra vacation days.
  
  

Additional information

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: Luleå, Sweden

Type of Employment: Permanent, full-time

Contact: For more information about the position, please contact our hiring manager Anders Sand, anders.sand@lkab.com.

Union Representatives Luleå

• Unionen Södra Katarina Paganus, +46 970-762 98
• SACO-klubben Södra – Annika Taavoniku, +46 970-795 32
• Ledarna Södra – Johanna Dahlin, +46 10-144 50 16
  
  

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Vi har riktigt bra förmåner

• Free access to LKAB:s own gym and our partners´facilities in Norrbotten
• Reward program
• Wellness allowance and educational support, along with access to an art association, leisure club, mountain cabins, and family activities
• Enhanced parental pay with up to 90% of your regular salary for up to six months (after one year of employment)
• Support and assistance in cases of illness or questions about work environment, health, wellness, and rehabilitation
• Compensation for dental care and protective eyewear, including terminal glasses
• Opportunity to apply for scholarships for both your and your children’s studies
• Access to our pension and insurance program with favourable rates
  
  

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LKAB är en internationell gruv- och mineralkoncern med norra Sverige som bas och hela världen som arbetsplats. Med våra produkter och vår innovationskraft lägger vi grunden för den hållbara omställningen – i en öppen, varm och säker arbetsmiljö med teknologi och utveckling i fokus. Vi välkomnar utmaningar, innovativa idéer och initiativförmåga, alltid med jämställdhet och mångfald i fokus. Tillsammans gör vi saker som ingen gjort tidigare, och driver utvecklingen för en bättre värld. Vill du vara med?

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