Lead Edge Engineer

The Weir Group; Bengaluru; Hybrid; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Career development and learning

Global inclusion networks

Wellness support

Job summary

The Weir Group is seeking a Lead Edge Engineer in Bangalore with expertise in IIoT edge systems, OT integration, and hands-on software deployment. You will work with protocols like OPC UA, Modbus and Profinet to connect devices to Weir’s digital platform and support field deployments across global mining operations.

Hybrid work arrangement in Bangalore with occasional travel. Strong background in heavy industry and software engineering fundamentals, including Node.js, Python, or .NET, is

Qualifications

• Strong experience with IIoT/industrial edge systems and hands-on software deployment.
• Solid knowledge of industrial protocols OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet.
• Background in heavy industry (mining/minerals) with field exposure.
• Proficiency with Node.js, Python, or .NET in customer-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, deployment, and lifecycle improvement of industrial edge solutions across devices and gateways.
• Develop and support secure, reliable edge software and integration components for industrial environments.
• Work with OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet to connect equipment and sensors to Weir's digital platform.
• Support field deployment activities including installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and optimisation.

Skills

IIoT edge systems

OT integration

OPC UA

Modbus

Profinet

MQTT

Sparkplug B

Node.js

Python

.NET

Job description

**Lead Edge Engineer****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*** *Design & Development:* Lead the design, development, deployment, and lifecycle improvement of industrial edge solutions across devices, gateways, and connectivity layers, ensuring robust and scalable IIoT platforms.* *Software & Integration:* Develop and support secure, reliable edge software and integration components tailored for demanding industrial environments, combining software engineering with real-world industrial deployment.* *Industrial Connectivity:* Work hands-on with industrial protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet to integrate equipment, sensors, and systems with Weir's digital platform, enabling seamless OT integration.* *Field Deployment & Support:* Support field deployment activities including installation, commissioning, troubleshooting, and ongoing optimisation of edge solutions, ensuring operational excellence and customer satisfaction.* *Success Metrics:* Success in this role means delivering reliable, efficient edge solutions that enhance safety, operational efficiency, and digital transformation across global mining and minerals operations.* *Travel Requirements:* Occasional travel may be required to support field deployment and customer engagement activities.* *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 experience in IIoT, industrial edge systems, or OT integration with hands-on software deployment experience.* Solid knowledge of industrial protocols such as OPC UA, Modbus, and Profinet.* Background in heavy industry, ideally mining or minerals processing, with practical field exposure.* Strong software engineering fundamentals with experience in customer-facing technical roles; familiarity with Node.js, Python, or .NET is beneficial.**Nice-to-haves:*** Experience in industrial automation, manufacturing, or broader industrial technology environments.* Hands-on experience with system commissioning and troubleshooting in industrial IoT/OT environments.* Knowledge of additional protocols like MQTT or Sparkplug B.* Exposure to edge computing and application development within industrial contexts.**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* Study support