Technical Advisor - Retrofit

Liebherr USA; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 105,000 - 137,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Major medical insurance

Dental and vision insurance

401K plan with company match

Paid vacation and personal days

Competitive salary

Job summary

Liebherr USA is seeking a Technical Advisor – Retrofit in Newport News, VA to lead technical evaluation, planning, and execution support for retrofit projects on mobile and crawler cranes. You will act as the primary interface among customers, field service, workshop operations, and Liebherr factories to ensure accurate specifications and professional implementation.

The role covers the full retrofit lifecycle from initial customer consultation through installation support, documentation, and

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Heavy Equipment Technology, or a related field preferred.
• 5+ years of experience with mobile cranes, crawler cranes, heavy equipment, or similar machinery.
• Experience in field service, technical support, engineering, retrofit projects, or equipment commissioning.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate retrofit requests and determine technical feasibility.
• Consult customers to identify suitable retrofit solutions.
• Review engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, hydraulic circuits, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate technical inquiries with engineering, retrofit departments, and factory specialists.
• Develop retrofit installation recommendations and procedures.
• Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting in retrofit installations.

Skills

Crane retrofit experience

Technical evaluation

Customer consulting

Project coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Heavy Equipment Technology, or related technical field

Job description

The Technical Advisor – Retrofit is responsible for the technical evaluation, planning, coordination, and execution support of retrofit projects for mobile and crawler cranes. This role serves as the primary technical interface between customers, field service, workshop operations, and Liebherr factories to ensure retrofit solutions are accurately specified, professionally implemented, and aligned with customer requirements. The position supports the complete retrofit lifecycle, from customer consultation and technical feasibility assessments to installation support, troubleshooting, documentation, and continuous improvement. The Technical Advisor also contributes to developing technical standards, installation procedures, and retrofit knowledge databases to improve efficiency and customer satisfaction. Based on the Retrofit Coordinator materials, the role includes customer consulting, technical clarifications with LWE, troubleshooting support, and development of retrofit documentation and databases.

• For consideration, all candidates must apply through our online career portal. We kindly ask that you do not send applications or resumés via email.
• 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.

Responsibilitie

Essential Duties:

Technical Support & Engineering:

• Evaluate retrofit requests and determine technical feasibility.
• Consult customers to identify the most suitable retrofit solutions for their operational needs.
• Review engineering drawings, schematics, wiring diagrams, hydraulic circuits, and technical documentation.
• Coordinate technical inquiries with engineering, retrofit departments, and factory specialists.
• Develop retrofit installation recommendations and procedures.
• Support root cause analysis and troubleshooting activities related to retrofit installations.

Retrofit Project Management:

• Coordinate retrofit projects from request through completion.
• Develop project timelines and support resource planning.
• Ensure required parts, technical documentation, and installation instructions are available before project execution.
• Monitor project progress and resolve technical issues impacting completion.

Customer Support:

• Serve as a primary technical contact for retrofit-related customer inquiries.
• Conduct site visits and customer meetings as required.
• Provide technical presentations and recommendations regarding retrofit options and benefits.
• Gather customer feedback and recommend improvements to retrofit products and processes.

Field & Workshop Support:

• Provide technical guidance during retrofit installations in workshops or at customer sites.
• Support commissioning and functional testing of retrofit systems.
• Ensure retrofit work complies with safety, quality, and manufacturer standards.
• Assist service teams with complex repairs and troubleshooting related to retrofit modifications.

Documentation & Knowledge Management:

• Maintain records of retrofit projects, technical solutions, and lessons learned.
• Develop and maintain retrofit databases, labor estimates, and installation guidelines.
• Organize technical drawings, wiring plans, hydraulic schematics, and service documentation.
• Support the creation of standard retrofit packages and best practices.

Continuous Improvement:

• Identify opportunities to improve retrofit processes, installation efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
• Support development of standardized labor estimates and technical templates.
• Collaborate with product management, engineering, and service organizations to enhance retrofit offerings.

Competencies

Education and Experience:

• Associate's or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Heavy Equipment Technology, or related technical field preferred. Equivalent combination of technical training and relevant industry experience may be considered.
• 5+ years of experience with mobile cranes, crawler cranes, heavy equipment, construction machinery, or similar equipment. Experience in field service, technical support, engineering, retrofit projects, or equipment commissioning. Experience interpreting technical drawings, hydraulic schematics, and electrical diagrams.

Additional Requirements:

• Ability to obtain and maintain a valid driver license.
• Ability to travel internationally and domestically as required.

Our Offer

Pay Range:

$105,000 - $137,000

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.

Have we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Katie Stevens.

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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 through 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 12 product segments that are positioned across the United States.

Location

Liebherr USA Co.
4800 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News, VA
United States (US)

Contact

Katie Stevens
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