Lead Design Engineer

Job title:

Lead Design Engineer

Division : Weir Minerals

Location : Venlo, the Netherlands (Onsite/Hybrid)

Are you passionate about mechanical design and ready to take ownership of complex systems? Do you thrive on leading teams and shaping innovative solutions? As Lead Design Engineer, you are the driving force behind our groundbreaking projects in mining technology for a sustainable future. You own the product/system definition, lead design activities, and ensure robust, compliant solutions. Working closely with the Chief Engineer, project managers, and domain experts, you’ll integrate systems at a detailed level and validate designs that meet the highest standards.

Why choose Weir: Be part of a global organization dedicated to building a better future

At Weir, the growing world depends on us. It depends on us constantly reinventing, quickly adapting and continually finding better, faster, more sustainable ways to access the resources it needs to thrive. And it depends on each of us doing the best work of our lives. It’s a big challenge – but it is exciting.

An opportunity to grow your own way: Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must take. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor‑make their own career and do the best work of their lives.

Feel empowered to be yourself and belong: Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where each individual’s contribution is recognized and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves. We continually focus on people and their wellbeing. We believe in fairness and choose to be honest, transparent and authentic in everything we do.

Your key responsibilities: Full scope of responsibilities will be shared during the interview process.

Mechanical Design & Configuration:

Define and maintain mechanical product/system requirements, interfaces, and design rules. Manage configuration baselines and change control for the Hydraulic Ore Hoisting Platform. Define and own the product‑definition and –design of hydraulic ore hoisting systems

Mechanical Design Leadership & Validation:

Lead the mechanical design activities, review outputs, and ensure compliance with standards and quality expectations.

Integration & Safety:

Coordinate system integration and verification activities, ensuring reliability, maintainability, and safety targets.

Project Contribution:

Deliver engineering outputs on time and act as a technical point of contact for and suppliers.

Knowledge & Coaching:

Capture best practices, develop design manuals, and provide technical 3rd line support within the discipline.

Compliance & Accreditation

Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations. Identify and mitigate technical, operational, and environmental risks. Promote safety and sustainability throughout the project lifecycle.

Travel

Willingness to travel internationally as needed to mine sites, customers and other Weir locations.

Job Knowledge/Education and Qualifications

Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or related discipline.

10+ years of relevant experience in mechanical design and integration of large, complex systems (preferably heavy industrial equipment).

Proven experience in leading mechanical design activities and reviewing technical output.

Proficiency with 3D CAD (NX or similar) and familiarity with FEA and system simulation tools; experience with configuration management is a plus.

Background in machinery & system design, structural/mechanical design and hydraulics. Understanding of wear- & corrosion resistant materials is preferred.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-disciplinary integration and manage interfaces at the detailed level.

Clear communication in English (written and spoken).

Founded in 1871, Weir is a world leading engineering business with a purpose to make mining operations smarter, more efficient and sustainable. Thanks to Weir’s technology, our customers can produce essential metals and minerals using less energy, water and waste at lower cost. With the increasing need for metals and minerals for climate change solutions, Weir colleagues are playing their part in powering a low carbon future. We are a global family of 11,000 uniquely talented people in over 60 countries, inspiring each other to do the best work of our lives.

For additional information about what it is like to work at Weir, please visit our Career Page and LinkedIn Life Page.

Weir is committed to an inclusive and diverse workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, veteran status, disability, age, or any other legally protected status.

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