Senior Engineer – Engineering Analysis (CFD & FEA)
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
- Engineering Analysis & Design Validation: Conduct CFD and FEA studies to validate and improve the performance, reliability, and durability of centrifugal pumps and related mining equipment. Daily tasks include hydraulic and structural analysis of pumps, baseplates, hydrocyclones, valves, and support structures. Success means delivering validated designs that enhance product performance and reliability.
- Simulation & Technical Activities: Perform detailed CFD analyses such as flow performance, cavitation, NPSH, pressure drop, erosion, and wear studies. Conduct static/dynamic structural, fatigue, vibration, rotor dynamics, linear/non-linear FEA, and elastic-plastic analyses. Validate designs against engineering standards.
- Product & Industry Knowledge: Apply deep understanding of pump hydraulics, vibration behavior, nozzle loads, and support structures during design reviews and product development. Contribute to value engineering initiatives using FMEA and VAVE methodologies.
- Collaboration & Communication: Work closely with Product Engineering, Manufacturing, and Global Technology teams to solve complex hydraulic and structural challenges. Participate in technical discussions with internal stakeholders and customers.
- Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to support field investigations, customer meetings, or cross-site collaboration.
- 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 hands-on experience with CFD and FEA, specifically ANSYS Fluent and ANSYS Workbench
- Proven ability to conduct design validation, engineering analysis, and support failure investigations
- BE or MTech in Mechanical Engineering with 5-8 years of relevant experience in product engineering or manufacturing
- Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and effective communication skills with stakeholder management experience
Nice-to-haves:
- Experience investigating field failures and performing root cause analysis in pump or mining equipment industries
- Familiarity with NX Nastran, NX or SpaceClaim CAD tools, and fatigue or non-linear FEA analysis
- Knowledge of international standards such as API, ASME, EN, BS, or IS codes
- Exposure to VAVE and FMEA methodologies, elastomer or gasket analysis, and bulk material handling equipment
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
