Engineering Technician

The Engineering Technician works with Engineers, Technicians, and field personnel in support of engineering tests and R&D projects on mining products. *This position is located at MTDC in Freeman, Virginia.


Responsibilities

• Works with Engineers and other Technicians performing tests on mining products, equipment, or systems.
• Reads and interprets sketches, engineering drawings, electrical or hydraulic schematics, or verbal instructions to complete required tasks.
• Fabricates, assembles, troubleshoots, or reconfigures test fixtures.
• Works as a team member with Engineers, other Technicians, and field personnel on tests or R&D projects.
• Modifies, builds, or installs prototype truck components in the test lab or in the field.
• Installs data acquisition equipment required for engineering tests in the test lab or in the field.
• Builds, or repairs electrical control wires used for new or existing test equipment.
• Keeps work areas clean and orderly.
• Works with supervisor or co-workers to perform mechanical or electrical tasks.
• Receives and issues parts using the established warehouse procedures.
• Utilizes the LN and LIKV to check parts availability or search for Bill of Materials (BOMs) and engineering drawings.
• Performs pre-shift inspections on support equipment and haul trucks.
• Has knowledge of and uses the lock out tag out procedures required for task where potential energy is a hazard.
• Preforms duties of basic haul truck operation in support of testing and site maintenance
• Participates in Engineering Development Program.

Competencies

• High school diploma or equivalent and 1 year automotive or heavy equipment experience; or technical school or apprenticeship certificate and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Ability to use basic functions in MS Office (Word, Excel, and Outlook) or similar software packages.
• Ability to work according to established engineering, company, or customer safety procedures.
• Ability to operate and maintain power and hand tools.
• Ability to handle and dispose of hazardous wastes such as oil, antifreeze, parts cleaner solvent, or similar material.
• Ability to work as a team member with Engineers, other Technicians, and field personnel on tests or Product Validation projects.
• Ability to work with supervisor or co-workers to perform mechanical or electrical tasks.
• Is expected to travel nationally and internationally up to 30% to customer or supplier sites.
• 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 and passport.

Our Offer

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 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.
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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.

600 Middle Rd

23856 Freeman, VA

United States (US)

Contact

Thomas Steele

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