Lead Design Engineer

Lead Design Engineer

Weir Group

Venlo, Netherlands

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 clients and suppliers.
• Knowledge & Coaching: Capture best practices, develop design manuals, and provide technical 3rd line support within the discipline.
• Compliance & Accreditation.

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).