Gerente de Ingenieria

Engineering Manager

Location - Santiago, Chile
Work Arrangement - Onsite

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

⦿ Technical Leadership: Lead the engineering function with a strong focus on hands-on design, calculations, and detailed engineering. You will be responsible for reviewing, approving, and defending mechanical and design calculations both internally and with clients. Success means delivering technically sound, innovative solutions from concept through to detailed design.
⦿ Team Development: Manage and develop a high-performing team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists. You will foster a culture of technical excellence, collaboration, and continuous learning, ensuring clear roles and accountability.
⦿ Project Execution: Organize, plan, and control engineering projects to meet scope, quality, timing, and cost targets. You will provide expert technical support to sales and production teams, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and engineering standards.
⦿ Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Identify and evaluate new technologies and engineering methods to improve efficiency and competitiveness. Conduct feasibility studies and monitor key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement.
⦿ Strategic Alignment: Translate business strategy into engineering priorities and represent the engineering function in corporate and international forums, ensuring compliance with global standards and best practices.
⦿ Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to collaborate with global teams and clients.
⦿ 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:
⦿ Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electromechanical, Control/Instrumentation Engineering, or related hard engineering disciplines.
⦿ Minimum 10 years of professional engineering experience with at least 5 years in a leadership role focused on detailed design and engineering calculations.
⦿ Proven ability to lead technical teams, review and approve engineering designs, and defend technical solutions with clients.
⦿ Strong expertise in engineering design, blueprint reading, and use of advanced engineering software including 3D design tools and finite element analysis (FEA).

Nice-to-haves:
⦿ Postgraduate qualifications such as a Master’s degree in engineering or related fields.
⦿ Experience in mining or mineral processing industries, particularly with comminution equipment.
⦿ Familiarity with LEAN methodologies, continuous improvement, and process optimization.
⦿ Experience working in EPCM or project engineering companies with a strong engineering core.

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


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