Scientist or Engineer, Ceramics

Senior Ceramics Scientist/Engineer

Location: Artarmon, Australia or WuXi, China

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.

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 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 percent commitment to our zero harm behaviors in support of building a world-class safety culture.
• R&D Leadership: Lead ceramics-focused research and development projects, translating business demands into actionable priorities aligned with product and technology roadmaps.
• Technical Problem Solving: Provide expert technical support to manufacturing, engineering, and customer-facing teams, troubleshooting ceramics failures and proposing effective solutions.
• Project Management: Manage multiple R&D projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and integration of laboratory outcomes into trials, scale-up, and manufacturing readiness.
• Collaboration and Communication: Liaise closely with vendors, suppliers, and internal teams across APAC and globally to support material selection, application, and product development.
• Team Support and Mentorship: Supervise and mentor junior materials staff, fostering a collaborative and hands-on team environment.
• Travel Requirements: Occasional travel may be required to liaise with vendors, suppliers, and manufacturing sites, primarily within the APAC region.

What you’ll bring

Must-haves:

• Bachelor’s, Master’s, or Doctoral degree in Materials Science, Ceramics, Engineering, or a closely related physical science.
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in ceramics development, testing, manufacturing, or applications of wear resistant ceramics.
• Proven ability to lead R&D projects and provide technical support to engineering and customer-facing teams.
• Strong knowledge of ceramics manufacturing, wear-resistant ceramics, and materials characterization techniques such as SEM and XRD.

Nice-to-haves:

• Experience in the mining industry or heavy manufacturing sectors.
• Practical knowledge of translating R&D outputs into manufacturable solutions.
• Mandarin language skills to support vendor and supplier communication in China.
• Experience working in a collaborative, multi-regional R&D environment.

Why join Weir?

We live our values: safety first, doing the right thing, respecting each other, aiming high, and delighting our customers. We encourage our people to lead by example and celebrate success.

We are passionate about helping deliver the natural resources essential to creating a better future for the world. We combine deep customer insights, world-class engineering, materials science expertise, and intelligent automation to deliver innovative end-to-end solutions.

We believe your voice matters and your ideas make a difference. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone feels they belong and can do their best work.

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