Autonomy System Architect

Liebherr-International liebherr.com Open · verified Oct 24, 2026

Newport News Mid-level Engineering Leadership

At a glance

Mid-level Engineering Leadership role at Liebherr-International. Newport News · $121,000–$148,000 base.

SalaryStated by Liebherr-International

$121,000 – $148,000

Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.

RoleEngineering Leadership

SeniorityMid-level

LocationNewport News

Base pay$121,000–$148,000

Role brief

techroles summary, based on the employer's posting.

What you'll do

Shape the truck’s autonomous haulage architecture across sensing, computing, hardware and software
Assess hardware options for autonomous haulage and set requirements for a complete system
Plan hardware deployment, coordinate integration across internal teams and support customer projects
Specify and oversee configuration and logging software for system commands and interfaces
Track project scope, costs, schedules, dependencies and delivery while assigning work and resolving team issues

What you bring

At least four years of relevant engineering experience in systems or embedded design, plus the listed degree or an equivalent combination
Knowledge of autonomous haulage, embedded systems and Linux-based or real-time operating systems
Ability to configure complete autonomous systems and automate their deployment, setup and commissioning

Who this fits

This role suits an engineer who works independently and with engineering, design and production colleagues, while coordinating project work. Travel can take up to a quarter of your time, domestically and internationally. You must be able to obtain and maintain a valid driver’s license and passport.

From the employer

The Autonomy System Architect manages and conducts development work associated with research, development, deployment and maintenance of the hardware system architecture of Liebherr autonomous mining equipment. In particular, they work with the sensing and computational systems that enable Autonomous operation of Liebherr mining trucks. Additionally, they manage integration of ancillary hardware and software that are necessary for a complete autonomous haulage system.

Responsibilities

Directs, manages, and participates in the development of system architecture, including sensors, hardware and software
Researches hardware solutions to control and support systems used in autonomous haulage.
Defines system architecture requirements for use in a complete autonomous haulage system.
Develops project plans and associated with deploying hardware components.
Facilitates joint development and integration activity with other internal teams.
Serves as SME for AHS architecture design for LME autonomous truck.
Providing technical support for existing customer projects
Writes specifications for software modules to control system level commands for interfacing with tools and infrastructure such as data logging and system configuration.
Manages internal development activity related to configuration and logging software modules
Participates in the creation of development contracts.
Delegates tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel.
Identify and resolve issues and conflicts with the project team and/or plan.
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path.
Estimates time and cost requirements.
Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
Track project milestones and deliverables.
Works independently and as a team member with other engineers, designers, and production personnel or on ad hoc projects.
Researches and analyzes customer design proposals, specifications, manuals, and other data.
Confers with Engineers and other personnel to implement operating procedures, resolve system malfunctions, and provide technical information.
Participates in Engineering Development Program.

Competencies

Education and Experience: A Master Science Degree or Master of Engineering Degree (M.S./ M.E.) with 4 or more years of relevant systems or embedded system design experience in an engineering environment or, a Bachelor’s degree (BSCE, BSEE, BSCS, or BS Mechatronic Engineering) with 4 or more years of relevant experience in an engineering environment; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge of autonomous haulage system
Knowledge of software development standards/compliance
Knowledge of embedded systems
Knowledge of Linux based embedded systems and/or Realtime Operating Systems
Knowledge of software containers (ex. Docker)
Knowledge of programming languages (ex. BASH, C, C++, python)
Knowledge of and ability configure communication interfaces and (ex. Ethernet, CAN Bus)
Knowledge of communication protocols (ex. DDS, CanOpen, J1939, etc.).
Knowledge of software revision control (ex. SVN, GIT)
Knowledge of continuous improvement tools (ex. Jenkins)
Knowledge of wireless telemetry as applied in the surface mining environment
Knowledge of hardware and computing platforms
Knowledge of Project Management tools (ex. Microsoft Project)
Knowledge of Functional Safety Standards (ex. IEC 61508)
Ability to independently configure full stack autonomous systems
Ability to automate deployment, configuration and commissioning of full stack autonomous systems.
Ability to accurately scope technical projects
Ability to write specifications that detail functionality
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance manuals, and procedure manuals, software specifications.
Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as algebra, probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.
Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Travel domestically and internationally up to 25% of the time. (Change as necessary)
Ability to obtain and maintain a √ valid driver license and √ passport.

Our Offer

Pay Range: $121,000-$148,000

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.

Referral Bonus: Tier I

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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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.