Straight from the University of Windesheim Zwolle, Zweers joined VMI in 2002 as a commissioning engineer. In this role he has travelled around the world and have seen many plants from the inside. With the field experience he was able to grow within VMI. During his time on engineering he was involved with the development of the VMI Maxx, but also with other major R&D project. After some different roles within VMI Zweers started as R&D Manager Passenger Tire Building in 2014. With a group of enthusiast, young and experienced engineers, he continuously works to improve VMI's actual portfolio, but also works on disruptive projects to be ready for the future.