Autonomy Systems Engineer

Liebherr-Werk Nenzing GmbH; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co. is seeking an Autonomy Systems Engineer to research, develop, design, and validate mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic hardware with control logic for large haul trucks and autonomous variants.

The role involves creating schematics, performing simulations, interfacing with mechanical, hydraulic, and electrical teams, and writing software for model-based control; recruitment spans Levels 1–4 with growth opportunities and a strong development program.

Qualifications

• Master of Science degree or equivalent in electrical/mechanical engineering.
• BS/ME/EE/mechatronics with substantial relevant electrical experience.
• Associates degree with long electrical experience may be considered.

Responsibilities

• Develops mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems for large mining haul trucks and autonomous versions.
• Performs system calculations and simulations.
• Creates schematics of system operation and design.
• Interfaces with Mechanical, Hydraulic, and Electrical disciplines to specify control logic for haul truck functions.
• Writes software and utilizes model-based design for control modules.
• Develops detailed test requests for component and system validation.
• Works independently or in teams on various projects.
• Participates in the Engineering Development Program.

Skills

Mathematical modeling

Schematics

Matlab/Simulink

Data analysis (logs)

Programming languages

Specifications & requirements

Electrical analysis

CAD layouts

Education

MS in Electrical/Mechatronics

BS in BSEE/BSME/Mechatronics

ASEE or related AS degree

Tools

3D Modeling Software

nCode Glyphworks

Microsoft Project

Job description

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.

Work area:

Country:

US

Entry level:

Professionals

Type of contract:

full time

The Autonomy Systems Engineer researches, develops, designs and validates mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic hardware and associated control logic for use in large mining haul trucks and/or large autonomous mining haul trucks.

Responsibilities

Level 1:

• Develops mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems for use on large mining haul trucks and/or large autonomous mining haul trucks
• Performs system calculations and/or simulations
• Creates schematic representations of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro mechanical systems
• Interfaces with other disciplines (Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, etc.) to create specifications/requirements that outline control system logic necessary for haul truck functions
• Writes software and/or uses model based design techniques to develop software modules
• Develops detailed test requests to initiate both component and system level testing and validation
• Works independently and as a team member with other engineers, designers, and production personnel or on ad hoc projects
• Participates in the Engineering Development Program

Level 2:

• Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 1, plus:
• Research electric and hydraulic components for use in control systems

Level 3:

• Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 2, plus:
• Researches solutions to optimize system designs and parameters with analytical methods
• Interfaces with other disciplines (Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, etc.) to specify proper control components (PLC’s, computing platforms, HMI, and other associated hardware)
• Estimates time and cost requirements for the development and serial production of haul truck systems
• Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data
• Confers with Engineers and other personnel to develop operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information

Level 4 (Senior):

• Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 3, plus:
• Trains, mentors, and develops Engineers and other personnel on operating procedures, resolving system malfunctions, and providing technical information. (Autonomy)
• Reviews and approves designs of mechanical and/or electrical systems to ensure conformance with engineering design and performance specifications. (Autonomy)

Education and Experience:

• Systems Engineer 1: A Master of Science Degree (MS) or, a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSME, BSEE, BS Mechatronics Engineer or BSCompE) or, Associate of Science Degree (ASEE) with 10 years of relevant electrical
• experience in an engineering environment.
• Systems Engineer 2: A Master of Science Degree (MS) with 1 year of relevant electrical experience in an engineering environment or, a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSME, BSEE, BS Mechatronics Engineer or BSCompE)
• with 2 years of relevant electrical experience in an engineering environment.
• Systems Engineer 3: A Master of Science Degree (MS) with 4 to 6 years of relevant electrical experience in an engineering environment or, a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSME, BSEE, BS Mechatronics Engineer or BSCompE)
• with 6 to 8 years of relevant electrical experience in an engineering environment.
• Systems Engineer 4 (Senior): A Master of Science Degree (MS) with 6 to 8 years of relevant electrical experience in an engineering environment or, a Bachelor of Science Degree (BSME, BSEE, BS Mechatronics Engineer or BSCompE)
• with 8 to 10 years of relevant electrical experience in an engineering environment.

Level 1:

• Ability to mathematically model mechanical, hydraulic, and basic electrical systems
• Ability to create schematics depicting system operation and design
• Ability to learn and apply system modeling techniques using Matlab/Simulink
• Ability to review and post process machine data logs to develop future system operational parameters using Matlab or similar high performance language for technical computing
• Ability to learn programming languages and/or model based code development
• Ability to write specifications and requirements that describe system function and logic
• Ability to apply basic electrical equations to circuit analysis
• Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry
• Ability to install and modify basic control system wiring (Autonomy)
• Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations

Level 2:

• Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 1, plus:
• Ability to review schematics depicting system operation and design
• Proficiency in system modeling techniques using Matlab/Simulink
• Understanding of the model based code development processes and tools
• Ability to review CAD layouts in 3D Modeling Software

Level 3:

• Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 2, plus:
• Knowledge of technical fundamentals of robotics and/or autonomous systems (Autonomy)
• Knowledge of industrial hydraulics
• Knowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical systems
• Knowledge of automated control (Product Engineering)
• Ability to perform CAD layouts in a 3D modeling software
• Ability to review and post process machine data logs to develop future system operational parameters using nCode Glyphworks or similar
• Knowledge of Project Management tools (ex. Microsoft Project) (Product Engineering)
• Ability to accurately scope technical projects and develop supporting documentation (Product Engineering)
• Ability to write specifications that describe system function and logic
• Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals, software specifications
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form (Product Engineering)

Level 4 (Senior):

• Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 3, plus:
• Knowledge of robotic and/or autonomous systems (Autonomy)
• Knowledge of automated control (Autonomy)
• Ability to create schematics depicting system operation and design
• Knowledge of Project Management tools (ex. Microsoft Project) (Autonomy)
• Ability to accurately scope technical projects and develop supporting documentation (Autonomy)
• Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form (Autonomy)

Additional Requirements:

• Travel domestically and internationally up to 15% of the time.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport.
• Ability to maintain Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) certification.

Our Offer

An interesting and ambitious role in a successful international company. We offer a secure work environment with a comprehensive benefits package that includes major medical, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan with company match, paid vacation and personal days and competitive salary.

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The company

In line with its international growth, Liebherr’s venture into the United States began in 1970. Within a couple of years, the company expanded and completed its production facilities in Newport News, Virginia, for its product line of hydraulic excavators.It was later converted into Liebherr’s manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News, Co. In addition to its production facility, Liebherr markets a wide variety of products and technologiesits companies located across the United States. The companies are Liebherr-Aerospace Saline, Inc., Liebherr Gear Technology, Inc., Liebherr Automation Systems, Co., and Liebherr USA, Co., the umbrella company for eight divisions that arepositioned across the United States.

Location

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.