Autonomy Systems Engineer – Level 2-4

Liebherr Group

. Research, develop, design, and validate mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical hardware and associated control logic for large mining haul trucks and autonomous mining haul trucks .

Posted 10/13/2026full-timeNewport News • Virginia • United StatesJunior💰 $99,000 - $163,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in developing and validating mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems for mining applications, with proficiency in system modeling and control logic. Capable of leading engineering teams, optimizing designs, and ensuring compliance with specifications and safety standards.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Mechanical System DevelopmentElectrical System DevelopmentMatlab/Simulink ProficiencyModel-Based Design TechniquesMine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) Certification

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Hard Skills

Mechanical System DesignElectrical System DesignHydraulic System DesignElectro-Mechanical System DesignSystem CalculationsSimulationsSchematic RepresentationControl Logic DevelopmentSpecification Writing3D CAD Layouts

Soft Skills

Team CollaborationMentoringProblem SolvingTechnical Communication

Tools & Technologies

Model-Based Design ToolsMicrosoft Project3D Modeling SoftwarePLCsHMIs

Certifications & Qualifications

Mine Safety & Health Administration (MSHA) CertificationValid Driver’s LicenseValid Passport

Industry Keywords

Mining Haul TrucksAutonomous SystemsIndustrial HydraulicsAutomated ControlEngineering Development Program

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Research, develop, design, and validate mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical hardware and associated control logic for large mining haul trucks and autonomous mining haul trucks
Develop mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems
Perform system calculations and simulations
Create schematic representations of systems
Interface with Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, and other disciplines to define control-system specifications and requirements
Write software and use model-based design techniques to develop software modules
Develop detailed test requests for component- and system-level testing and validation
Research electric and hydraulic components for control systems
Optimize system designs and parameters using analytical methods
Specify control components including PLCs, computing platforms, HMIs, and associated hardware
Estimate development and serial-production time and cost requirements
Research and analyze customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data
Develop operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information
Train, mentor, and develop engineers and other personnel
Review and approve mechanical and/or electrical system designs for compliance with engineering and performance specifications
Work independently and collaboratively with engineers, designers, production personnel, and ad hoc project teams
Participate in the Engineering Development Program

Requirements

What you’ll need

Systems Engineer 1: MS, BS in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, or Computer Engineering, or ASEE with 10 years of relevant electrical experience
Systems Engineer 2: MS with 1 year or BS with 2 years of relevant electrical experience
Systems Engineer 3: MS with 4–6 years or BS with 6–8 years of relevant electrical experience
Systems Engineer 4 (Senior): MS with 6–8 years or BS with 8–10 years of relevant electrical experience
Experience developing mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems
Ability to mathematically model systems and perform system calculations or simulations
Matlab/Simulink proficiency for system modeling
Understanding of model-based code development processes and tools
Ability to review CAD layouts in 3D modeling software; Level 3+ ability to perform CAD layouts
Knowledge of robotics and/or autonomous systems, industrial hydraulics, mechanical and electro-mechanical systems, and automated control, as applicable to level
Knowledge of project management tools such as Microsoft Project, as applicable to level
Ability to write specifications and requirements describing system function and logic
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, procedure manuals, and software specifications
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

Benefits

Comp & perks

Major medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
401K plan with company match
Paid vacation
Paid personal days
Secure work environment
Competitive salary