About this role
Job title: Design Engineer (m/f/d | 80%–100%)
About the Role Weir is seeking a Design Engineer to contribute to the technical development and implementation of Enduron Vertical Stirred Mills, highly complex machines used for energy-efficient grinding in the mining industry. You will work hands-on on real machines and assemblies and focus on engineering execution, technical quality, and the practical applicability of your designs.
What You'll Do
- Design & Engineering: Create and further develop 3D CAD models and assemblies considering load cases, tolerances, materials, and manufacturability.
- Produce detailed manufacturing drawings including GD&T, welding specifications, and surface requirements.
- Documentation & Data Management: Create and maintain bills of materials (BOM), data packages, and technical documentation; work with PLM systems to manage revisions and approvals; ensure designs comply with ISO and internal standards and customer requirements.
- Engineering Changes & Lifecycle: Initiate and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECN); track changes from concept through production and aftermarket; support the standardization of components and assemblies.
- Project & Stakeholder Collaboration: Adapt standard designs to project-specific customer requirements; collaborate closely with manufacturing, procurement, quality management, and global engineering teams; participate in design reviews, risk analyses, and technical clarifications.
- Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to “Zero Harm” behavior and contribute to a world-class safety culture.
- Your focus will be on engineering execution, technical quality, and the practical applicability of your designs.
What We're Looking For
- Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
- 1–7 years of experience in design/engineering (industrial plants, mechanical engineering, or similar).
- Experience with 3D CAD (NX, Creo, SolidWorks).
- Good understanding of manufacturing processes, technical drawings, and tolerances.
- Experience with PLM systems and BOMs is an advantage.
- Structured, detail-oriented, and independent working style.
- Good English skills; German is a plus.
- Our ideal candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the country of application without sponsorship.
Nice to Have
- German language skills.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive salary based on your experience.
- Flexible working models (including part-time and hybrid).
- Regional and team-specific benefits.
- Individual development opportunities.
- Global work environment and international projects.
- Employee share program.
- Support for your wellbeing and that of your family.