YourLiebherrCareer: Electrical Control System Technician

Liebherr•Newport News, VA

11h

About The Position

The Electrical Control System Technician supports product development engineering across software and hardware applications. The role fabricates electrical and mechanical prototypes and pilot-run assemblies, defines standards for programming and electrical and mechanical interfaces, and may train production teams in implementing those standards. The technician troubleshoots complex issues and captures lessons learned in standards. The position works with product and software design engineering on mechanical and electrical projects supporting the development of Liebherr concrete technology. It contributes to product testing, development, and robustness, as well as production-process improvements, equipment support, and the implementation of engineering changes. The technician also assists with technical drawings, wiring schematics, and 3D models; programs devices and develops parameterization standards; and provides technical assistance to production personnel. The position is based at Liebherr USA Co. in Newport News, Virginia. Occasional overtime may be required. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without current or future sponsorship, and applications must be submitted through the online career portal.

Requirements

Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or at least five years of related experience and/or training in repair and maintenance of construction equipment, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.
Ability to work occasional overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

Work with product and software design engineering on mechanical and electrical projects supporting the development and advancement of Liebherr concrete technology.
Fabricate electrical and mechanical prototypes and pilot-run assemblies for testing, product development, and robustness solutions.
Conduct time studies and root-cause analysis, and implement corrective actions to improve products and manufacturing flow.
Design and build custom tools and devices to improve production processes and support daily operations.
Identify, evaluate, and specify tools, equipment, and technologies to improve task execution in the production environment.
Oversee the fabrication, testing, and implementation of new procedures to ensure compliance.
Collaborate with engineering, quality, production, and other cross-functional teams to troubleshoot design or manufacturing issues and propose solutions.
Support engineering changes and participate in implementing design revisions in production.
Evaluate new components and suppliers for suitability and cost-effectiveness within design specifications.
Interpret and update technical drawings, wiring schematics, and 3D models to support accurate assembly and modification.
Program devices and create standards for parameterization.
Support and train production personnel to ensure finished-goods execution.
Provide on-site or remote technical assistance to troubleshoot, repair, or adjust equipment.
Perform equipment assembly, upgrades, and modifications on-site or in-house as directed by a supervisor or engineering team.
Operate equipment to troubleshoot machine problems and evaluate the correctness and completeness of repairs.
Maintain cleanliness and organization in workshop and warehouse areas.
Handle and properly dispose of hazardous wastes, including oil, antifreeze, transmission fluid, and parts-cleaning solvents.
Complete and submit required reports and documentation accurately and on time.