YourLiebherrCareer Engineering Technician
Newport News, VA - USA
Job Summary
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.
- 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.
- 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 drivers license and passport.
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.
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One Passion. Many Opportunities.
In line with its international growth Liebherrs 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 was later converted into Liebherrs manufacturing facility for mining trucks and remains home to Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News 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.
Liebherr Mining Equipment Newport News Co.
4100 Chestnut Avenue
23607 Newport News VA
United States (US)
Thomas Steele
Required Experience:
IC
About Company
With sites on all continents, the Liebherr Group has an international presence. Find out more about Liebherr in Australia.