Back

Applications Engineer

The Weir GroupThe Weir Group·Mining and Minerals
01

About the role

Pump Application Engineer
Perth | Hazelmere office-based

 

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

  • Safety First: Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of our drive towards developing a world-class safety culture.
  • Applications Engineering: Prepare pump quotations and technical solutions for slurry pumps.
  • Technical Sales Support: Provide technical and commercial support to customers, assisting with problem-solving and ensuring solutions meet client needs. 
  • Project and Tender Management: Work on large projects and major tenders, coordinating with OE product specialists to deliver integrated, multi-product bids supporting end-to-end solutions. 
  • Collaboration: Partner with internal stakeholders across sales and engineering teams to support business unit objectives and improve sales efficiency. 
  • Customer Satisfaction: Drive increased customer satisfaction through responsive service and innovative product and service development. 
  • Travel: Minimal travel,occasional visits to remote sites. 

What you’ll bring
Must-haves:

  • Proven working experience in technical sales, applications engineering, or project/tender environments, ideally within pumps or mining sectors. 
  • Strong technical aptitude with the ability to understand and apply pump applications and process equipment knowledge. 
  • Commercial mindset with the ability to sell solutions and prepare detailed, accurate quotations and tender documentation. 
  • Relevant engineering degree preferred, or equivalent technical experience demonstrating strong commercial and technical capability.

Nice-to-haves:

  • Experience in mining, minerals processing, power generation, or general industrial markets. 
  • Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite and SAP at an intermediate to advanced level. 
  • Ability to work effectively in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities. 
  • Willingness to undertake blue-collar medical assessments including drug and alcohol testing for site visits.

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

• Career development and learning support 

• Access to global inclusion networks 

• Regional and team-specific benefits 

• Wellness support for you and your family 

• Collaboration with global teams 

02

Aplyr's read

The Weir Group excels in providing critical equipment and services to the minerals and energy sectors, attracting skilled professionals in engineering and operations.

Synthesized from recent postings & public sources

What's promising

  • Strong global presence in the minerals and energy sectors.
  • Diverse roles offer opportunities for career growth and specialization.
  • Commitment to sustainability with roles focused on global systems management.

What to watch

  • Industry volatility could impact job stability and growth.
  • Complex global operations may lead to challenging work environments.
  • Limited public information about company culture and employee satisfaction.

Why The Weir Group

  • Focus on sustainability in engineering and operations.
  • Specialized roles in minerals, oil, and gas sectors.
  • Global reach with opportunities in diverse geographic locations.

Aplyr’s read is generated by AI from public sources. Was it useful?

03

About The Weir Group

Weir Minerals is a global leader in the supply of equipment and services for the minerals, oil and gas, and power generation industries.

04

Similar roles