Design Engineer

• Design Engineer (m/f/d | 80%–100%)
• Weir Minerals
• Location: Baden – Switzerland
• Work model: Hybrid (high flexibility, part-time possible)

Design Engineer

As a Design Engineer at Weir, you will work on the technical development and implementation of our Enduron Vertical Stirred Mills—highly complex machines used for energy-efficient grinding of ore and mineral raw materials in the mining industry.

Our mills are deployed worldwide in large industrial plants to finely grind raw materials, a critical step in making metals such as copper or gold usable. In this role, you will contribute to technologies that play a key role in global resource supply and the energy transition.

Weir is a global engineering company with a strong focus on sustainable technologies for mining and infrastructure, and a market leader in many product segments.

Your responsibilities

In this role, you will work hands-on on real machines and assemblies and take ownership of concrete engineering deliverables:

Design & Engineering

• •Create and further develop 3D CAD models and assemblies (e.g., structural components, drive systems, housings)
• •Design components 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 (e.g., Teamcenter) to manage revisions and approvals
• •Ensure all designs comply with relevant standards (ISO, internal standards) and customer requirements

Engineering Changes & Lifecycle

• •Initiate and manage Engineering Change Notices (ECN)
• •Track changes from concept through implementation in production and aftermarket
• •Support the standardization of components and assemblies

Project & Stakeholder Collaboration

• •Adapt standard designs to project-specific customer requirements (design-to-order)
• •Collaborate closely with manufacturing, procurement, quality management, and global engineering teams
• •Participate in design reviews, risk analyses (FMEA), 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 makes this role special

• •You work on real machines, not just concepts
• •You see the direct impact of your work
• •You can deepen your technical expertise or grow into project responsibility

Why Weir?

• Health & Wellbeing
• Our global health and wellness framework supports mental, physical, and financial wellbeing, as well as a safe and supportive working environment.

• Create your own path
• There are no fixed career paths at Weir - we give you the freedom and support to grow and shape your own development.

• Be yourself and belong
• We offer an inclusive work environment where diversity is valued and every individual contributes to success.

Knowledge, Education and Qualifications

• •Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent
• •1–7 years of experience in design/engineering (industrial plants, mechanical engineering, or similar)
• •Experience with 3D CAD (e.g., 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

Please note: Our ideal candidate must have permanent authorization to work in the country of application without sponsorship.

Our offer

• •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 (Sharebuilder)
• •Support for your wellbeing and that of your family