Autonomy Systems Engineer

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.ResponsibilitiesLevel 1:Develops mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro-mechanical systems for use on large mining haul trucks and/or large autonomous mining haul trucksPerforms system calculations and/or simulationsCreates schematic representations of mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and electro mechanical systemsInterfaces with other disciplines (Mechanical, Hydraulic, Electrical, etc.) to create specifications/requirements that outline control system logic necessary for haul truck functionsWrites software and/or uses model based design techniques to develop software modulesDevelops detailed test requests to initiate both component and system level testing and validationWorks independently and as a team member with other engineers, designers, and production personnel or on ad hoc projectsParticipates in the Engineering Development ProgramLevel 2:Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 1, plus:Research electric and hydraulic components for use in control systemsLevel 3:Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 2, plus:Researches solutions to optimize system designs and parameters with analytical methodsInterfaces 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 systemsResearches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other dataConfers with Engineers and other personnel to develop operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical informationLevel 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)CompetenciesEducation 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 electricalexperience 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 systemsAbility to create schematics depicting system operation and designAbility to learn and apply system modeling techniques using Matlab/SimulinkAbility to review and post process machine data logs to develop future system operational parameters using Matlab or similar high performance language for technical computingAbility to learn programming languages and/or model based code developmentAbility to write specifications and requirements that describe system function and logicAbility to apply basic electrical equations to circuit analysisAbility to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometryAbility to install and modify basic control system wiring (Autonomy)Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situationsLevel 2:Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 1, plus:Ability to review schematics depicting system operation and designProficiency in system modeling techniques using Matlab/SimulinkUnderstanding of the model based code development processes and toolsAbility to review CAD layouts in 3D Modeling SoftwareLevel 3:Demonstrated proficiency of Systems Engineer Level 2, plus:Knowledge of technical fundamentals of robotics and/or autonomous systems (Autonomy)Knowledge of industrial hydraulicsKnowledge of mechanical and electro-mechanical systemsKnowledge of automated control (Product Engineering)Ability to perform CAD layouts in a 3D modeling softwareAbility to review and post process machine data logs to develop future system operational parameters using nCode Glyphworks or similarKnowledge 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 logicAbility to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals, software specificationsAbility 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 designKnowledge 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 OfferAn 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.Referral Bonus: Tier IHave we awoken your interest? Then we look forward to receiving your online application. If you have any questions, please contact Thomas Steele.Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic factors, military/veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. If you are a California resident, please visit Liebherr USA, Co. Privacy Statement for more information regarding how Liebherr-America, Inc. and its US affiliates collect and process your personal information.One Passion. Many Opportunities.The companyIn 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.​LocationLiebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.4100 Chestnut Avenue23607Newport News, VAUnited States (US)ContactThomas View email address on click.appcast.io