Lead Edge Engineer
Location - Bangalore
Work Arrangement - Hybrid
What we do at Weir
We are a global leader in mining technology for a sustainable future. We help our customers extract the resources the world needs more efficiently and more sustainably. Our planet’s future depends on the transition to renewable energy, and that transition can only happen with the metals and minerals our customers deliver. So, we work side by side with mines across the globe to move less rock, use less energy, use water wisely, and create less waste. Together, we drive the shift to smart, efficient, and more sustainable mining.
Make your impact
You’ll play a key role in solving real-world challenges. You’ll apply your skills to deliver results that matter whether that’s through engineering, planning or customer support. You’ll work with purpose, learn every day and help shape a more sustainable future.
What you’ll do
Design & Development: Lead the design, development, deployment, and lifecycle improvement of industrial edge solutions across devices, gateways, and connectivity layers, ensuring robust and scalable IIoT platforms.
Software & Integration: Develop and support secure, reliable edge software and integration components tailored for demanding industrial environments, combining software engineering with real-world industrial deployment.
Industrial Connectivity: Work hands-on with industrial protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet to integrate equipment, sensors, and systems with Weir's digital platform, enabling seamless OT integration.
Field Deployment & Support: Support field deployment activities including installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ongoing optimisation of edge solutions, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.
Success Metrics: Success in this role means delivering reliable, efficient edge solutions that enhance safety, operational efficiency, and digital transformation across global mining and minerals operations.
Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to support field deployment and customer engagement activities.
Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.
What you’ll bring
Must-haves:
Strong experience in IIoT, industrial edge systems, or OT integration with hands-on software deployment experience.
Solid knowledge of industrial protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet.
Background in heavy industry, ideally mining or minerals processing, with practical field exposure.
Strong software engineering fundamentals with experience in customer-facing technical roles; familiarity with Node.js, Python, or .NET is beneficial.
Nice-to-haves:
Experience in industrial automation, manufacturing, or broader industrial technology environments.
Hands-on experience with system commissioning and troubleshooting in industrial IoT/OT environments.
Knowledge of additional protocols like MQTT or Sparkplug B.
Exposure to edge computing and application development within industrial contexts.
Why join Weir?
We live our values we think safety first, do the right thing, respect each other, aim high, and delight our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate our successes.
We’re passionate about our purpose to help deliver the natural resources that are essential to create a better future for the world. We do this by combining our deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions incorporating our signature technologies.
We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We’re working hard to nurture a diverse culture where our people feel like they belong and can do the best work of their lives. You can help shape our unique culture through our inclusion networks and safety initiatives.
Benefits
Competitive pay
Career development and learning support
Access to global inclusion networks
Regional and team-specific benefits
Sharebuilder scheme
Wellness support for you and your family
Collaboration with global teams
Study support
Skills Required
- Strong experience in IIoT, industrial edge systems, or OT integration with hands-on software deployment experience.
- Solid knowledge of industrial protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet.
- Background in heavy industry, ideally mining or minerals processing, with practical field exposure.
- Strong software engineering fundamentals with experience in customer-facing technical roles.
- Familiarity with Node.js, Python, or .NET.
What We Do
The Weir Group is a Scottish multinational engineering company that creates innovative solutions for minerals, mining technology, and industrial markets, aiming to make operations smarter, more efficient, and sustainable.
