Purpose of Role: <\/p>\n
\tThe Principal Project Engineer is responsible for the technical and project execution delivery of capital project orders and contracts, from initiation through to close-out.
\n\tThe role ensures that projects are delivered in line with contractual scope, schedule, cost, quality, safety, and governance requirements, with a strong focus on engineering excellence, project controls, and customer satisfaction.<\/p>\n
What we offer: At Weir, we are proud to provide reward on a basis which is fair and attractive, including a competitive benefits package. Through our \u2018We are Weir\u2019 framework, we focus on the importance of our people and the contribution they make to our organisation.\u00a0<\/p>\n
\tHealth & Wellbeing:\u00a0As a global organisation there isn\u2019t one single solution that will enable us to take a proactive approach to our health and wellbeing.\u00a0 We have built a Health and Wellness framework focusing on Culture & Leadership, Safety & Environmental, Mental Wellbeing, Physical Wellbeing, Digital Wellbeing and Financial Wellbeing for different parts of the business to bring to life in a way that is most meaningful for them.\u00a0
\n\tGrow your Own Way:\u00a0Everything moves fast in the dynamic world of Weir. This creates opportunities for us to take on new challenges, explore new areas, learn, progress and excel. Best of all, there is no set path that our people must go down. Instead, everyone is given the support and freedom to tailor-make their own career and do the best work of their lives.\u00a0
\n\tBe You and Belong:\u00a0Weir is a welcoming, inclusive place, where everyone’s contribution is recognised and all employees are encouraged to innovate, collaborate and be themselves.\u00a0<\/p>\n
Key Responsibilities: <\/p>\n
\tLeadership & People Management:\u00a0Provide technical and delivery leadership to project engineers and cross\u2011functional teams, supporting performance management, coaching, and capability development. Mentor less\u2011experienced engineers, contribute to objective setting and performance reviews, and support the development of strong technical, commercial, and safety leadership aligned with project and business requirements.
\n\tCustomer & Stakeholder Management:\u00a0Lead strategic engagement with customers, suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders, serving as a trusted technical and delivery interface. Own senior\u2011level customer interactions on complex technical, commercial, and delivery matters, including site engagements and executive discussions where required. Establish and enforce structured communication frameworks to ensure alignment, transparency, and proactive issue management. Resolve customer and stakeholder issues decisively, balancing contractual obligations, commercial outcomes, and long\u2011term relationship value.
\n\tProject & Contract Execution:\u00a0Assume end\u2011to\u2011end accountability for the execution of capital projects from initiation through close\u2011out, ensuring disciplined delivery in line with approved scope, schedule, and budget. Define and own integrated project execution strategies, including resourcing, governance, milestones, and delivery sequencing. Lead cross\u2011functional coordination across engineering, planning, manufacturing, supply chain, site services, and external partners to ensure seamless execution and delivery certainty.
\n\tProject Management, Technical & Engineering Delivery:\u00a0Provide senior technical and project leadership by applying recognised project management frameworks and engineering best practices to control scope, cost, schedule, risk, quality, and change. Establish robust performance monitoring, reporting, and escalation mechanisms. Lead complex technical solution development, ensuring alignment with customer requirements, engineering standards, constructability, and contractual obligations. Act as a key decision\u2011maker in resolving technical, quality, and execution risks across the project lifecycle.
\n\tFinancial, Commercial, Reporting & Close\u2011Out Accountability:\u00a0Own financial and commercial performance at project level, including cost control, forecasting accuracy, cash flow, and margin protection. Partner closely with project controls and finance to achieve milestone delivery and cash collection targets. Govern contractual change management, ensuring variations are identified early, evaluated rigorously, and implemented in line with delegation of authority and governance requirements. Ensure disciplined project close\u2011out, including customer acceptance, documentation, handover, and post\u2011project review.
\n\tSafety First:\u00a0Demonstrate 100% commitment to our zero harm behaviours in support of our drive towards developing a world class safety culture.<\/p>\n
Job Knowledge\/Education and Qualifications: <\/p>\n
\tQualifications:\u00a0Diploma or Bachelor\u2019s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field; PMP Certification or equivalent project management qualification (preferred).
\n\tProject Management Experience:\u00a0Minimum of 8 years\u2019 experience in Capital Project execution within an engineering, Manufacturing, Mining, Project House, or PMO environment, including at least 5 years in a lead project management or senior project engineering capacity.
\n\tIndustry Experience:\u00a0Proven experience managing small, medium, and large\u2011scale projects end\u2011to\u2011end, from project initiation through to contractual close\u2011out, with demonstrated ownership of delivery outcomes across scope, schedule, cost, quality, and risk. Experience working within mineral processing equipment, process plant, or material handling environments.
\n\tGovernance & Contracts:\u00a0Proven experience working within contract\u2011driven and\u00a0governance\u2011controlled\u00a0project environments, including application of formal project governance frameworks, change control, and delegation of authority. Demonstrated capability in interpreting and managing contractual obligations, variations, and risk exposure, while protecting commercial outcomes and ensuring compliance with internal and external governance requirements.<\/p>\n
End Date: April 13, 2026<\/p>\n
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