HIL Systems Engineering Internship - Fall 2026

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

Job summary

Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co. in Newport News, VA, invites applications for a Hil Systems Engineering Internship for Fall 2026. This full-time internship is targeted at students with a strong engineering interest and current status of progress toward an Engineering degree.

The role includes hands-on projects, team collaboration, and national travel up to 20% for training. The pay range is $18–$23 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package and a focus on safety training.

Qualifications

• Current or recently graduated student in good standing who has completed 60 hours toward a related Engineering Bachelor's degree.
• Willingness to travel nationally up to 20% for training or site visits.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

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

Education

60 hours toward Engineering Bachelor's degree

Job description

HIL Systems Engineering Internship - Fall 2026

Newport News, VA

Job ID: 84558

Division: Mining

Company: Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.

Work area: Engineering

Country: US

Entry level: Students

Type of contract: full time

The Engineering Intern performs basic engineering functions in support of mining equipment.

• 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

• 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.

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.

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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.