HIL Systems Engineering Intern - Spring 2027

Liebherr USA; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical, dental and vision

401K with company match

Paid vacation and personal days

Job summary

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co. is offering an HIL Intern role focused on developing and operating simulation environments for verifying embedded control software in large mining haul trucks.

You will work with engineers to run automated and manual tests, explore system behavior, and assist in software integration and validation, gaining hands-on experience with embedded systems, CAN networks, MATLAB/Simulink modeling, and HIL platforms.

Qualifications

• Currently or recently graduated student with 60 hours toward an Engineering Bachelor's degree.

Responsibilities

• Works with the Engineering staff on projects outlined in the individualized intern training plan.
• Works independently and as a team member with other Engineers, Designers, and production personnel or on ad hoc projects.

Skills

Embedded systems

CAN networks

MATLAB/Simulink

HIL platforms

Testing

Education

60 hours towards Engineering Bachelor's degree

Job description

The HIL (Hardware-in-the-Loop) Intern develops and operates simulation environments used to verify and validate embedded control software for large mining haul trucks. In collaboration with systems, software, and validation engineers, the intern executes automated and manual testing, investigates system behavior, and supports software integration and verification efforts. The position offers practical experience with embedded systems, CAN networks, MATLAB/Simulink modeling, and HIL platforms used for real-world vehicle development and testing.

• * This position is not eligible for sponsorship. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
  

Responsibilities

Essential Job Duties:

• Works with the Engineering staff on projects outlined in the individualized intern training plan.
• Works independently and as a team member with other Engineers, Designers, and production personnel or on ad hoc projects.

Competencies

Education and Experience:

Current or Recently Graduated student in good standing who has complete 60 hours towards a related Engineering Bachelor’s degree.

Additional Requirements:

• Is expected to travel nationally up to 20% to customer or supplier sites for some training plans.
• Ability to complete and maintain mine certifications or safety training such as Mine Safety and Health Administration (MSHA) hazard training.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.

Our Offer

Pay Range: $18 - $23/hr.

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.

If you have any questions, please contact Brett Younkin.

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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 technologies its 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 are positioned across the United States.

Location

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.
4100 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News, VA
United States (US)

Contact

Brett Younkin
[e-mail]