Cummins Position Profiles - Mechanical Engineer

Cummins Inc.
Job Descriptions – Mechanical Engineering
Contents
After-treatment Engineer ........................................................................................................................................ 2
After-treatment Modeling ....................................................................................................................................... 3
Application Engineer .............................................................................................................................................. 4
Assembly Engineer ................................................................................................................................................. 5
Combustion / Performance / Emissions (CPE) ....................................................................................................... 6
Controls – General .................................................................................................................................................. 7
Controls – Hardware ............................................................................................................................................... 8
Controls and Diagnostics - Advanced R&T ........................................................................................................... 9
Customer Engineer................................................................................................................................................ 10
Emissions Engineer ............................................................................................................................................... 11
Engine Modeling................................................................................................................................................... 13
Engineering Development Program ...................................................................................................................... 14
Industrial Engineer ................................................................................................................................................ 15
Manufacturing Development Program ................................................................................................................. 16
Manufacturing Engineer ....................................................................................................................................... 18
Mechanical Design................................................................................................................................................ 19
Mechanical Development ..................................................................................................................................... 20
OEM Integration Engineer .................................................................................................................................... 21
Quality Development Program ............................................................................................................................. 22
RAPIDSERVE Warranty Engineer/Repair Logistics Support Engineer .............................................................. 23
Structural Analysis ................................................................................................................................................ 25
Supplier Quality Engineer..................................................................................................................................... 26
Supply Chain......................................................................................................................................................... 27
Test Engineer ........................................................................................................................................................ 28
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After-treatment Engineer
At Cummins, regardless of your degree or area of expertise, you have the capacity and the opportunity to immediately impact our organization and our future. As a
$13 billion international leader, our diverse business segments range from innovative filtration systems, advanced turbochargers, and power generation to the
world's leading diesel engines and components. Our business diversity demands the talents and creativity of individuals with a wide range of backgrounds. We
unleash the power of Cummins by giving you the freedom to take charge, the opportunities to grow and the benefits to build your future. Our commitment to a solid
work/life balance is just one example.
At Cummins, you'll help make people's lives better by creating the products that provide jobs and help world economies. You'll help create innovative,
environmentally responsible power solutions. You will unleash the potential of your talents as never before.
Number of positions:
Work Location:
Education/Experience
o Bachelors’ degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education and/or experience (Required). Master degree in
Engineering preferred.
Skills
o Strong oral and written communication skills in order to communication effectively cross-functionally (Required)
o Effective time management skills, ability to work with multiple projects.
o Strong analytical and decision making skills (Required)
o Interest/experience in diesel engines and engine performance as well as after-treatment and emissions (Required)
o Interest/experience in material properties of ceramics and filtration (Required)
o Data analysis skills with the ability to develop data reduction and visualization techniques (Required)
o Competency with Matlab/Simulink or willingness to develop competency (Required)
o Basic engineering knowledge of active diesel after-treatment systems desirable (Required)
o Knowledgeable/familiar in engine technology and modern diesel emissions requirements and emission control methods
(Required)
o Knowledge of engine performance characteristics and measurement systems (Required)
Major Job Duties and Responsibilities
o Perform analysis and testing to establish the system component design requirements and engine requirements at an
agreed upon interface point using Matlab and Labview
o Utilize system analysis skills to investigate after-treatment performance characteristics. Utilize data analysis skills to
reduce test data, visualize results, and present conclusions
o Work closely with performance engineering and controls groups on overall system development, modeling, algorithms,
and virtual sensor models
o Use system modeling and optimization skills to create control algorithms and calibration methods. This work includes
understanding and predicting compromises such as: exhaust heat, exhaust flow, exhaust smoke, and fuel efficiency
o Design diagnostic and fault accommodation strategies. This includes defining various strategies focused on minimizing
progressive damage to the after-treatment system, after-treatment protection modes, and engine derates algorithms
o Participate in full system vehicle testing to prove acceptable system performance
o Use test design skills to develop On-board Diagnostics test and calibration methods
o Create new tools, methods and procedures for data analysis, testing and tuning where none currently exist
Benefits/Company information: Explore superior growth opportunities and enjoy progressive advantages like our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, stock options,
Domestic Partners coverage and a full complement of personal and professional benefits. Please visit www.cummins.com to explore opportunities in our organization.
At Cummins, diversity drives our business worldwide, and inspires our work and our lives. We are an equal opportunity employer.
Compensation: Base salary commensurate with experience plus bonus.

Interested candidates please submit your resume for prompt consideration.
Cummins Inc is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace.

After-treatment Modeling
Work Location:
o Masters’ degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering or equivalent education/experience. PhD preferred.
Skills
o Strong oral and written communication skills in order to communicate effectively cross-functionally (Required)
o Effective time management skills and decision making skills (Required)
o Familiarity with Six Sigma Tools (Preferred)
o Technical writing ability and presentation skills (Required)
o Proficiency in Matlab/Simulink and UNIX; computer programming ability (Required)
o Experience working in an engineering environment (Preferred)
o Strong analytical ability, especially in chemical kinetics, physics, dynamics, and thermodynamics (Required)
o Develop, implement, and use exhaust after-treatment dynamic system models to support engine and after-treatment
system research and product development activities
o Identify model needs via input from and interaction with after-treatment functional and system integration leaders
o Evaluate supplier provided and commercially available after-treatment modeling tools to determine what tool Cummins
should use
o Integrate supplier provided and commercially available after-treatment models into Cummins’ after-treatment modeling
suite of tools
o Use Matlab/Simulink to validate, troubleshoot, improve, and develop Cummins’ after-treatment dynamic system models
o Create and document standard practices for developing and applying after-treatment models and integrating them with
engine system models
o Work closely with engine, vehicle, and controls model developers to create an entire vehicle system modeling
architecture
o Communicate status of after-treatment performance modeling to internal and external customers and management as
required
o Document results of projects in technical reports and presentations
o Interface with model customers to understand and evaluate their needs


Application Engineer
Work Location:
o Bachelors’ degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education and/or experience (Required). Master degree in
Engineering preferred
Skills
o Excellent oral and written communication skills, project and time management skills and problem solving skills
o Ability to be flexible in work assignments to meet team's needs.
o Ability to work effectively in a fast moving, multi-functional business unit, interfacing with internal and external
customers and suppliers.
o Six Sigma ready or willingness to learn
o Broad knowledge of technical systems, including electronics, mechanical design, and vehicle manufacturing knowledge
o Broad knowledge of engineering principles
o Computer software skills (such as MS Office, ProEngineer)
o Data acquisition capability
o Act as an active member of an Original Equipment Manufacturer’s (OEM) design team. Interact within, support, and
lead cross-functional teams towards engine integration
o Support all OEM’s specific engineering activities and ensuring that the program delivers to quality, cost, and delivery
targets.
o Liaison/champion and communicate customer product needs. Ensure the Cummins engine installations meet or exceed
customer requirements.
o Act as the voice of the customer for the OEM within Cummins. Be the Cummins internal expert on the OEM’s
machines, business, and installations.
o Develop plans and deliverables between Cummins and OEM for new product development. Coordinate joint meetings to
manage schedule, testing/analysis, and data delivery.
o Provide engineering support and leadership to the OEM for the Installation Quality Assurance (IQA) process.
o Use the IQA process, including electronic interface, calibration sign-off and after-treatment system verifications as
appropriate to ensure consistency and quality of installations.
o Ensure availability of information schedule such as CAD models, tech packages, heat rejection to customers
o Write engineering releases, as appropriate, that adhere to product definition standards and guidelines.


Assembly Engineer
Work Location:
o Bachelors’ degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or Electrical Engineering or equivalent education
and/or experience (Required)
Skills
o Excellent oral and written communication skills, project and time management skills and problem solving skills
(Required)
o Ability to be flexible in work assignments to meet team's needs (Required)
o Ability to work effectively in a high volume manufacturing facility, interfacing with internal and external customers and
suppliers (Required)
o Willingness and ability to work and lead in a team environment as well as facilitating cross-functional teams (Required)
o Display individual leadership skills, resolve problems, and manage projects from concept to introduction, and share
skills within the business (Required)
o Six Sigma ready or willingness to learn (Required)
o Working knowledge of basic quality tools such as Pareto Analysis, Failure Mode Effect Analysis, etc. (Preferred)
o Computer software skills (such as MS Office; Required)
o Provide daily support to Manufacturing Engineering and other assigned manufacturing areas.
o Lead continuous improvement projects that would include planning and implementing improvements in areas such as:
equipment design, process layout, line-balancing, process documentation, etc.
o Troubleshoot existing and potential equipment and process problems
o Provide technical leadership to the assembly team members for optimum assembly techniques and procedures.
o Provide direction for the creation, maintenance and improvement of process documentation
o Evaluate current facilities for opportunities for improvement as well as benchmark world class facilities for best in
practice ideas/solutions/alternatives in order to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.


Combustion / Performance / Emissions (CPE)
Work Location:
o Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering (with thermal focus) or equivalent education/experience required. Masters’
degree preferred.
Skills
1. Good oral /written communication skills and the ability to work with others with diverse backgrounds in a team
environment (Required)
2. Ability to lead, mentor or guide small teams as well as speak out, set direction and draw others to follow your lead
(Required)
3. Computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, Matlab, and Unix (Required)
4. Experience with GT Power, High Speed Data Acquisition, Asset, Scope, and Cummins E-tools such as CalTerm
(Preferred)
5. Understanding of complex performance and emissions tradeoffs (Preferred)
6. Strong process development skills and commitment to using and improving existing processes (Required)
7. Couple experimental performance development test results with analysis, focus on analysis led design approach
(Preferred)
8. Commitment to driving quality into all aspects of work, CPE and other. Embrace Six Sigma techniques/tools
(Preferred)
9. Knowledge/experience of engine control systems, engine after-treatment systems and engine systems simulations
(Preferred)
10. Ability to manage test cell and vehicle activities including technician interface (Preferred)
1. Develop Cummins engines to meet emissions legislation, while providing the customer with the best-in-class
performance, fuel economy, drivability, and power.
2. Make sound decisions in pushing the mechanical stress and design limits of the engine components to achieve best
performance.
3. Conduct test cell and vehicle experiments to determine hardware, software and calibration specifications that best
meet the technical performance requirements of the project.
4. Document results in technical reports.
5. Use current methods of acquiring and analyzing test data while finding ways to improve both processes
6. Analyze, report, and act on test information
7. Troubleshoot engine, test cell, and vehicle performance problems with technicians and facility experts
8. Participate in team engine performance and calibration design reviews
9. Provide support to other Value Package Introduction (VPI) and Current Product Support (CPS) development teams
on performance related issues
10. Conduct Emissions transparency tests as required for all current product changes. This includes reviewing all
product changes for potential impact and recommending appropriate testing.
11. Provide support for Internal Emissions audit failures by determining an appropriate course of action including
conducting additional CVS tests.
12. Manage responsible test cell(s), vehicle(s) and technician(s)


Controls – General
Work Location:
1. Bachelors’ degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent experience/education required.
Masters’ degree preferred.
2. Experience in product quality practices and configuration management process (Preferred)
3. Experience writing detailed specifications (Preferred)
4. Experience with microprocessor based control systems
Skills
1.
Good written, oral and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize goals and objectives (Required)
2.
Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, within teams and with individuals with diverse backgrounds and
skill sets (Required)
3. Basic knowledge of the following: diesel engine operation and components , dynamic systems modeling, electronic
hardware components and design, and lab/vehicle test plans (Preferred)
4. Basic knowledge of Classical and Discrete Controls System analysis techniques
5. Familiarity with reliability analysis, system analysis, systems engineering principles, and system acceptance testing
(Preferred)
6. Familiarity with the ‘C’ programming language and structured programming techniques, Matlab/Simulink modeling
and code generation tools (Preferred)
7. Specific knowledge of electronic based sensor and system diagnostics, and data links (Preferred)
8. Knowledge and use of Six Sigma tools (Preferred)
9. Knowledge of electronic control systems, digital electronics, and communications (Preferred)
1. Responsible for integrating software components and providing software releases to support calibration, engine
performance and OBD II development, engine/vehicle testing, and service and manufacturing tool integration and
development.
2. Responsible for problem report/change request tracking and planning with Core II component development groups,
including new feature development, delivery schedules and prioritization planning.
3. Responsible for the development of platform specific software code, software parameter definition and software
verification to meet platform engine and after-treatment product plans.
4. Support design reviews, and the development of Failure Mode Effect Analysis and Design Validation Planning and
Review.
5. Support calibration development efforts for engine and after-treatment products.
6. Support Cummins' software workflow infrastructure: Design Review Board, Change Control Board, Electronic
System Architecture Working Group, Electronic Systems Working Group.
7. Support bench, engine test cell, and vehicle controls validation and debugging as required.
8. Support tool integration plans and deliverables.
9. Develop tech profiles, tests, and specifications for controls systems
10. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to control system performance
11. Write tech reports to document problems and resolutions


Controls – Hardware
Work Location:
o Bachelors’ degree in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology, or equivalent education and/or
experience required. Masters’ degree preferred
o Experience in electronic hardware and microprocessor/microcontroller based system design (Preferred)
Skills
o Good written, oral and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize goals and objectives (Required)
o Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, within teams and with individuals with diverse backgrounds and skill
sets (Required)
o Ability to lead, mentor or guide teams (Required)
o Knowledge of control systems (diesel engine and fuel systems (Preferred)
o Knowledge of Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) or Process Six Sigma (DMAIC) tools (Preferred)
o Knowledge of analog or digital circuit design and analysis (Preferred)
o Familiarity with electronic component environmental and electromagnetic compatibility qualification (Preferred)
o Ability to provide technical guidance and mentor less experienced co-workers (Preferred)
o Ability to prioritize and adapt work to changes, delays and unexpected events (Preferred)
o Provide technical support on electronic components to plants, customers, truck manufacturers and suppliers
o Develop and maintain written standards for Cummins electronic control modules
o Develop and maintain written technical profiles and requirements for electronic components
o Determine optimum wiring harness routing to meet requirements of engine aesthetics, manufacturability, and
serviceability
o Create and maintain wiring harness diagrams and develop harnesses
o Lead or support root cause investigations on Cummins electronic hardware reliability and field test issues
o Deliver prototype hardware components or models
o Integrate electronic systems to various engine applications
o Lead or support cost and product improvement projects on electronic components
o Communicate changes by authoring engineering change documents


Controls and Diagnostics - Advanced R&T
Work Location:
1. Masters’ degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Aerospace Engineering and/or equivalent education/experience
required. Masters candidate must have relevant job experience or thesis work and have taken courses in the
following subject areas: control system design, stochastic systems, estimation theory, signal processing and statistics
2. PhD preferred.
3. Experience with fault tolerant control systems, embedded control systems, engine or industrial process closed loop
control and diagnosis or control of other complex physical systems (Preferred)
Skills
1. Strong technical writing, presentation and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize goals and objectives (Required)
2. Demonstrated ability to work cross-functionally, within teams and with individuals with diverse backgrounds and
skill sets (Required)
3. Ability to lead, mentor or guide teams (Required)
4. Ability to translate and synchronize controls and diagnostics requirements
5. Knowledge of advanced topics in controls, signal processing or diagnostics (e.g., Fourier methods, statistical pattern
recognition, model-based diagnostics, MIMO systems, etc.; Preferred)
6. Demonstrated proficiency in planning and carrying out experimental studies
7. Advanced knowledge of MATLAB, Simulink, and C programming language

1. Develop new controls and diagnostic concepts and algorithms
2. Work closely with internal customers and suppliers to identify control and diagnostic system requirements
3. Identify areas where controls or diagnostics requirements will be compromised and design optimal solutions
4. Perform experiments and analysis to quantify the impact of system component failures
5. Propose enhanced controls requirements to improve the fault tolerance characteristics of the control system based on
diagnostic-related analysis
6. Prototype and validate controls and diagnostic algorithm concepts
7. Lead the effort to integrate and optimize control and diagnostic systems (hardware and software)
8. Provide documentation and support to product development teams who will use these algorithms
9. Assist in communications and negotiations with regulatory agencies for approval of new diagnostic and controls
concepts


Customer Engineer
Work Location:
o Bachelors’ degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, and/or equivalent experience/education (Required)
o Masters’ degree (Preferred)
o Work experience/School Experience in mechanical development, stress, design or performance experience (Preferred)
Skills
o Strong verbal and writing communication skills (Required)
o Strong interpersonal skills involving ability to work effectively cross-functionally and cross-culturally (Required)
o Ability to lead, mentor or guide teams (Required)
o Ability to link engine tests/data and analytical tools to performance and/or design limits (Preferred)
o Knowledge of Six Sigma methodology – Green belt / Black belt experience (Preferred)
o Basic knowledge of diesel engines, control systems and installation parameters (Preferred)

o Lead team through product tailoring to create and revise components, options, and ratings/calibrations per customer
requests
o Provide direct customer service to address customer field issues and support new installations
o Work closely with manufacturing, Engineering Standard Work owners, and counterparts overseas
o Assist with warranty reduction to improve product reliability, efficiency, performance, and cost of coverage
o Provide input to Value Package Introduction programs to make smart decisions about future designs, carry over rapid
problem solving process, cost reduction, and warranty reduction designs
o Review and approve Value Package change request projects for technical and business approvals
o Mentor and coach team to increase productivity and report measures weekly in staff meetings


Emissions Engineer
Work Location:
o Masters’ degree in Mechanical Engineering and/or equivalent education/experience. PhD is preferred.
o One year of experience in school or work with emissions (Preferred)
o Experience of test system design and diagnostics with the ability to integrate test technology into large systems
(Preferred)
o Experience with measurement and control of thermal science parameters (fluid flow rate, pressure, temperature,
humidity, etc.) (Preferred)
Skills
o Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills involving the ability to communicate cross-
functionally and cross-culturally (Required)
o Ability to coach, train and mentor others, identify opportunities for continuous improvement and champion the needed
changes (Required)
o Demonstrated problem solving and time/project management skills (Required)
o Familiar with statistical and Six Sigma tools (Preferred)
o Familiarity with ISO 9001:2001 (Preferred)
o Knowledge in measurement instrumentation, calibration methods and data acquisition (Preferred)
o Knowledge of safety policies and practices and Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) (Preferred)
o Ability to apply a wide range of technical skills including: measurement; instrumentation and controls; real-time,
mainframe, and personal computer; statistical process control; and thermal sciences (Preferred)
o Knowledgeable in or willing to learn emissions test regulations (primarily US-EPA and ISO, plus EU, Korea, and Japan)
(Preferred)
o Knowledge of engine performance fundamentals (engine combustion, performance and emissions development;
Preferred)

o Perform audits to ensure CTC compliance
o Develop accurate, cost effective and harmonized emissions test methods by working directly with EPA, ISO, and UN
o Develop and maintain quality documents for emissions equipment calibrations and test processes that must comply with
legal test procedures
o Evaluate new measurement equipment and offer strategic input for planning capital upgrades at CTC and world wide to
meet future emissions standards
o Maintain emissions application software that analyze engine torque curves, generate cycles, and analyze raw data.
o Manage testing projects such as equipment evaluations round robin tests
o Oversee/monitor emissions certification tests, analyze and validate test data, and communicate and explain results to
customers.
o Promote common emissions measurement, test and data analysis tools and methods and support correlation of different
emissions test sites.
o Select, design, develop, commission, and troubleshoot emissions measurement equipment, methods and software for
CTC
o Specify or approve and validate emissions data reduction methods for corporate emissions databases
o Troubleshoot emissions data quality issues
o Work cross functionally with customers, operations and quality groups to improve emissions data quality and test
processes


Engine Modeling
Work Location:
o Masters’ degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field and/or equivalent education/experience (Required)
o PhD is preferred
Skills
o Strong technical writing and presentation skills, and interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate within a diverse
environment (Required)
o Strong planning, analytical and organizational skills, with the ability to lead/ manage multiple projects (Required)
o Ability to apply engineering theories to the solution of practical engineering problems (Required)
o Knowledge of computer programming using the following software: Matlab/Simulink, UNIX (Preferred)

o Identify vehicle and engine system model needs via input from and interaction with functional and system integration
leaders
o Prioritize and plan work efforts to develop vehicle and engine system models to fill identified needs
o Evaluate supplier provided and commercially available vehicle and engine system modeling tools to determine what tool
Cummins should use
o Integrate supplier provided and commercially available models into Cummins’ vehicle and engine system modeling suite
of tools
o Use Matlab/Simulink to validate, troubleshoot, improve, and develop Cummins’ vehicle and engine dynamic system
models
o Create and document standard practices for developing and applying vehicle and engine system models and integrating
them with engine system models
o Stay up to date on industry trends and advancements in vehicle and engine system modeling techniques. Attend and
present at industry conferences
o Effectively communicate status of vehicle and engine system modeling to internal and external customers and
management as required
o Help guide analysis efforts involving simulation using vehicle and engine system models
o Work closely with engine, vehicle, and controls model developers to create an entire vehicle system modeling
architecture
o Run dynamic system simulations based on test data input to validate model components
o Document results of projects in technical reports and presentations


Engineering Development Program
Work Location:
o Masters’ degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or equivalent education/experience
o Must have at least a 3.5 GPA
o Must be willing to commit to five year rotational program
Skills
o Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills involving the ability to communicate cross-
functionally and cross-culturally (Required)
o Ability to coach, train and mentor others, identify opportunities for continuous improvement and champion the needed
changes (Required)
o Demonstrated problem solving and time/project management skills (Required)
o Possess the ability to work and contribute in a constantly changing work environment (including work assignments and
locations; Required)
o Knowledge of Six Sigma (Preferred)
o Knowledge of fundamental science and engineering skills (Required)

o Mechanical Engineers will complete an 18 month assignment in Design/Applied Mechanics or Thermal Sciences
followed by a second 18 month assignment in traditional Mechanical Engineering or Electronics foundation
o Electrical Engineers will complete an 18 month assignment in Electronics foundation followed by a second 18 month
assignment in traditional Mechanical Engineering
o All engineers will complete a 12 month assignment in Manufacturing / Quality Engineering, Customer Engineering or
Service Engineering. An optional extra 12 month assignment can be added in Manufacturing if the first assignment was
completed in Service or Customer Engineering.
o All engineers will complete a 12 month assignment in a product development organization where they will end the
program. After this 12 month assignment, the engineer may transfer to other organizations / roles following Cummins'
standard practices.
o Participate as an active member of the EDP team including leading activities for EDPs, sponsors, and alumni and taking
part in EDP events with support from the EDP steering committee and program coordinator.


Industrial Engineer
Work Location:
o Bachelors’ degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
o Masters’ degree preferred
Skills
o Excellent written and verbal communications skills
o Willingness and ability to work and lead in a team environment as well as facilitating cross-functional teams.
o Demonstrated ability to determine/predict cause and effect of variables associated with manufacturing processes
o Self-starter with capability to switch gears with little or no direction, ability to prioritize in a fluctuating environment
o Effective project and time management skills
o Able to interact effectively and professionally with customers, other engineers, operators, and maintenance personnel
o Capable of performing multiple tasks within a high volume manufacturing facility
o Ability to work effectively in a fast moving, multi-functional business unit, interfacing with internal & external
o Knowledge of MS Office, MiniTab, AutoCad and other analytical and planning tools
o Must be willing to take a hands-on approach to the work by visiting the shop floor, seeing the work being done first hand
and communicating with operators.

o Improve productivity/throughput/safety by utilizing Industrial Engineering techniques (ergonomic evaluations, time
studies, delay studies, predetermined time, simulation, and line balancing)
o Participate in the development of key industrial engineering systems such as: routing or workflow definitions, cost
analysis, standard work definition, performance tracking, line balancing and process documentation
o Improve station ergonomics and layouts by designing new assembly tooling and station layouts, which are operator
sensitive
o Improve first time quality by reducing opportunities for mistakes. Support shop operations by providing solutions and
alternatives for chronic and occasional assembly issues
o Develop management systems for productivity tracking and capacity utilization. Maintain up-to-date capacity studies of
all areas of the plant machining, assembly and other areas
o Optimize assembly flow and process to minimize People per engine per day
o Analyze work force utilization, facility layout, material flow and operational data such as production costs, process flow
charts, and production schedules, to determine efficient utilization of workers and equipment
o Evaluate and assist with capacity and staffing planning activities


Manufacturing Development Program
Work Location:
o Bachelor degree in Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing, or Materials Engineering or equivalent
education/experience (Required)
o For the SCM rotation, attainment of an APICS Certification is expected during the 2 year program.
o Must have 3.2 or higher GPA.
o Experience with engine related projects is a plus (i.e. SAE formula car projects, solar car projects, school projects, etc)
Skills
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
o Must be self-motivated and require minimal supervision
o Ability to work cross-functionally in a team based work environment.
o Proven leadership and project management skills
o Ability to analyze manufacturing problems.
o Must be flexible in taking on different responsibilities and work assignments
o Knowledge and experience in lean manufacturing, flow manufacturing, or materials/logistics
o Familiarity with diesel engine and/or test technology is a plus
o Familiarity with manufacturing technology and/or automation, inspection and testing a plus
o Skill in developing models for product or process simulation or other computer based analytical models and tools

o There are two paths for the MDP program. The first is focused on general manufacturing and the various sub functions
within that. The second is focused on Supply Chain Management (purchasing and materials). The candidate will be
placed in one depending on interest, background and organizational need
o Positions are available in a two year rotational program in which includes four selected assignments in Central
Manufacturing, Plant Operations, Manufacturing Technical Services areas, and Manufacturing Engineering/Project
Management/Materials
o For the general MDP, six month rotating assignments will include experience in several of the following areas:
assembly, test, controls, operations, materials, quality, metal working, industrial engineering, metrology/gauging or
maintenance management
o For the supply chain MDP, rotating assignments will be provided every 6 months beginning in Manufacturing
Engineering, operating as a Business Unit Manager in one of our plants, moving to Purchasing, and completing the
rotation In Materials, Logistics, or Central Order Management.
o Significant training opportunities are provided and completion of a comprehensive training curriculum is required for
program completion. The MDP training is composed of over 300 hours of focused modules, including complete training
in Six Sigma Quality
o The 6 month assignments may be located in any of our plants. Relocation should be expected
o Upon completion of the two year SCM program, the Associate will be placed in a Supply Chain Management position
that matches the skill level attainment. The general MDP associate will be placed in a position that aligns with their
interests and/or company needs.
o Monthly reports to the MDP panel
o Must complete at least one Six Sigma project during the program


Manufacturing Engineer
Work Location:
1. Bachelor degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
2. Masters’ degree preferred
Skills
1. Excellent oral and written communication skills (Required)
2. Willingness and ability to work and lead in a team environment as well as facilitating cross-functional teams (Required)
3. A structured approach to problem solving/methodical skills (Required)
4. Knowledge of both assembly and machining manufacturing processes (Preferred)
5. Capable of performing multiple tasks within a high volume manufacturing facility (Required)
6. Ability to motivate and coach others while leading to achieve individual, team, and business goals (Required)
7. Display individual leadership skills, resolve problems, manage projects from concept to introduction, and share skills
within the business. (Required)
8. Six Sigma ready or willingness to learn (Preferred)
9. Familiarity with Lean manufacturing concepts (Preferred)
10. Experience in engine assembly processes (Preferred)
11. Manufacturing/service/application awareness or experience (Preferred)
12. Computer Skills (Required)
13. Knowledge of machine tool specifications - Process and equipment capability (Preferred)
14. Demonstrated ability in program or project management (Preferred)
15. Interpersonal skills and the ability to work with and influence co-workers from diverse backgrounds and at all levels of
the organization from shop operators to senior management (Required)

1. Responsible for achieving results in process design and methods analysis, operations analysis, and improvement,
and performance measurement and audit
2. Participate in cross-functional groups such as Quality, Safety, Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Maintenance
and Materials.
3. Evaluate current facilities for opportunities for improvement as well as benchmark world class facilities for best in
practice ideas/solutions/alternatives in order to improve safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
4. Coordinate/lead cross-functional groups to implement cost effective, capable and safe manufacturing processes
5. Act as an integrated team member of the manufacturing assembly team and provide training to operators and support
personnel on new equipment and processes
6. Support New Product Introduction & product change activities to insure manufacturing readiness in both
7. Actively participate on Six Sigma project teams
8. Lead/support of tracking quality issues and making process corrections as needed
9. Plan and coordinate the implementation of preventative measures to assure production and quality goals


Mechanical Design
Work Location:
o Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
o Masters degree (Preferred)
Skills
o A structured approach to problem solving/methodical skills.
o Effective Project and time management skills
o Ability to work effectively with other teams towards overall engine integration.
o Excellent oral and written communication skills
o Ability to be flexible in work assignments to meet team's needs.
o Strong design engineering and problem solving background preferred
o Manufacturing/service/application awareness or experience.
o PC Software (MS Office, Minitab, ProEngineer, Matlab, Diadem)

o Use ProEngineer as an engineering tool in the layout, modeling, and analysis of engines, engine sub-systems, engine
components and assemblies
o Develop and manage to Individual Work and Development Plans in conjunction with supervisor and/or Work Team
Leader.
o Work closely with manufacturing and suppliers to achieve producible, quality designs at the lowest possible cost.
o Deliver designs, design reviews, and component structure/print releases to needed schedules. Proactively, lead efforts to
define your components' needed release schedules and deliver to them.
o Perform form, fit and function studies to ensure quality designs that meet all design requirements and space constraints
o Perform static and kinematic machine design calculations as appropriate.
o Prepare technical data and complete documentation of work.
o Write engineering releases that adhere to product definition standards and guidelines.
o Interact with customers (internal and external) to support design and validation activities"
o Active use of Six sigma and Design for Six Sigma tools to develop robust, reliable, financially economical design
solutions.


Mechanical Development
Work Location:
1. Bachelor degree in Mechanical or Agricultural Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
2. Masters degree (Preferred)
Skills
1. Good planning and organizational skills, with the ability to lead/ manage multiple projects.
2. Effective time and project management skills
3. Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate within a diverse environment
4. Good analytical and problem solving skills - knowledge/awareness of 7 step problem solving, FIRG, Fault tree
analysis, Design Reviews
5. Ability to work with cross functional teams to coordinate design, testing, and parts procurement
6. Adhere to Engineering Standard Work and Cummins Standards
7. Background knowledge of Engine Subsystems, Engine Performance, Six Sigma, Heat Transfer, Fluid Mechanics.
8. Knowledge of Design Failure Mode Effect Analysis, Design Validation Analysis
9. PC Software skills - MS Office, Minitab, ProEngineer, Matlab, Diadem
10. Broad knowledge of engines and experience in component failure analysis.

1. Provide Mechanical Development functional support to the team leaders and other groups within Cummins
2. Develop base engine components/ Prototype component design and procurement
3. Manage suppliers' delivery of designs, samples and data to support the product profile, validation requirements and
schedule.
4. Collaborate with system teams to address hardware design, supplier, cost, assembly and serviceability issues
5. Translate product profile deliverables and other input from engineering standards, etc. into a technical profile at the
subsystem and component level.
6. Lead/ Participate in engine and component testing - such as bench and rig tests, hardware testing, comparative
analysis. Develop acceptance criteria for parts based on application duty cycle, and environment
7. Resolve engine based problems through improvement in analytical approaches and simulations - Conduct failure
analysis/troubleshooting activities and problem correction
8. Improve development processes and standardize work flows
9. Use key tools for the development process - Design Validation Planning & Review, Failure Mode Effect Analysis, 7
Step (8D, etc.) Problem Solving, etc


OEM Integration Engineer
Work Location:
o Bachelor degree in Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
Skills
o Systems level understanding of engine/vehicle interface. Understanding of the factors that affect vehicle performance
and driver satisfaction helpful.
o Ability to communicate advanced concepts to management level decision makers.
o Electronic diagnostics and datlogging tools skills helpful.
o Predictive/ Analysis Tools skills for modeling of systems.
o Ability to lead meetings and build consensus in problem solving
o Good project management skills handling multiple projects simultaneously
o Excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills
o Ability to develop strong relationships with the new product development team members as well as Cummins' customers
o Mechanical design and analysis knowledge/experience
o Proficient in ProEngineer, CAD modeling, Simulink, and Matlab

o Support customer engineering teams in advanced vehicle integration activities to enhance our value to OEM customers.
o Represent/Manage/Lead the OEM/Cummins Application Engineer integration interests and concerns (i.e., voice of the
customer) in product design/technical reviews, engineering integration team meetings, and day to day interaction with
the various Design teams
o Help ensure seamless, efficient, high quality, problem free integration of Cummins engines and systems into a wide
variety of OEM installations through communication and coordination with OEM technical teams, Cummins Application
Engineers, new product development groups, and various internal groups.
o Lead/Support weekly OEM Technical Teleconferences and address any issues and action items in a timely manner.
o Help resolve any installation issues or action items through coordination with component designers, Application
Engineers, and OEM engineers.
o Serve as a resource for OEMs/Application Engineers on new product component, option, performance, interface, and
application changes.
o Conduct and/or coordinate component fit checks using engine component and vehicle chassis CAD models.
o Review and ensure all product specific technical information (e.g., datasheets, option models, etc.) is accurate and up to
date. Actively manage customer expectations to achieve customer satisfaction while staying within the confines of the
new product contracts and technical profile.


Quality Development Program
Work Location:
o Bachelor degree in Industrial, Manufacturing or Mechanical Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or equivalent
education/experience (Required)
o 3.0/4.0 GPA (Required)
Skills
o Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
o Ability to take initiative, self-motivate, and constantly deliver results
o Ability to learn quickly
o Ability to lead a global/cross-functional team, coach and motivate team members to achieve results
o Ability to work with multiple stakeholders
o Experience in Just In Time, Total Quality Management, Statistical Process Control, Design of Experiments, and
Manufacturing Quality Verification
o Knowledge of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing. Knowledge of metrology, inspection and testing methods.
Knowledge of quality systems and standards as well as quality planning
o Problem solving and process improvement skills. Proficient in statistics and applied statistics
o Cause and effect analysis, Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA), control planning, knowledge of diesel engine
components and subsystems is a plus, negotiation skills along with the ability to handle and manage conflict and work
cooperatively.
o Devises sampling procedures and designs and develops forms and instructions for recording, evaluating, and reporting
quality and reliability data
o Establishes program to evaluate precision and accuracy of production equipment and testing, measurement, and
analytical equipment and facilities
o May write training material and conduct training sessions on quality control activities
o May specialize in areas of quality control engineering, such as design, incoming material, process control, product
evaluation, product reliability, inventory control, metrology, automated testing, software, research and development, and
administrative application


RAPIDSERVE Warranty Engineer/Repair Logistics Support Engineer
Work Location:
1. Bachelor degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Agricultural Engineering or equivalent education/experience
(Required)
2. Masters degree preferred
Skills
1. Flexibility to work and communicate effectively with a wide range of people including customers, field service
technicians, distributor personnel, product development engineering, application engineering, aftermarket parts
marketing, manufacturing, and management
2. Ability to manage and complete multiple tasks with a variety of associated priorities
3. Ability to work in a team environment and capable of leading problem solving and/or improvement group by
influencing the actions and opinions of others to a desired goal
4. Able to organize and schedule people and/or tasks
5. Basic understanding of diesel engines, Fuel systems, and control systems and their interactions at a practical and
conceptual level
6. Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to clearly define and document problems
7. Strong PC skills (e.g. Word, Excel, Lotus Notes, etc.)
8. Familiarization with general statistical methods
9. Willingness to assist the in field troubleshooting engine issues.
10. Willing to travel 10% to 30% of the time
1. Work as technical liaison between the Cummins field service organization and the Engineering, Quality, &
Manufacturing organizations to identify, define, and prioritize product problems and implement solutions.
2. Determine potential exposure to Cummins on product problems and provide affected area with cost and customer
impact information needed to establish priority for corrective action.
3. Participate in failure analyses on engine components to assist Field Service, Warranty, and Engineering with
problem definitions.
4. Meet with customers and distributors to investigate problems, discuss solutions, conduct training, and minimize
customer downtime
5. Actively Participate in concurrent engineering team meetings and work sessions (e.g. Failure Mode Effect Analysis,
Engineering Reviews). Expected to drive Parts, Field Test, Serviceability and Diagnostic strategies into the
concurrent engineering team deliverables.
6. Support program Value Package Introduction and Current Product Support field test needs by overseeing installation
of field test engines / components / software and reporting on reliability data collected during test
7. Provide input to the Failure Incident Review Group process via failure incident reports and Problem Definition
process.
8. Identify service tool requirements and work with Service Tools to aid in the development and testing of new tools.
9. Create and maintain service publications for assigned engine systems (i.e. Troubleshooting and Repair guide,
Operation and Maintenance manual, Warranty Fail Codes, Standard Repair Time)
10. Potentially, at limited production the Service Engineer may move over into the Infant Care Role supporting limited
production engine issue.
11. Work on serviceability improvement projects to reduce repair times



Structural Analysis
Work Location:
o Masters in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
o PhD preferred
Skills
o Strong desire to do analysis and analytical problem solving.
o Good oral and written communication skills; must be able to communicate complex engineering concepts in practical
and understandable ways
o Basic knowledge of Six Sigma and DFSS tools to develop robust, reliable, financially economical design solutions
o Willing to work in a Team Based Work System (TBWS) environment and share in all position rotations.
o Ability to comprehend and employ Engineering Standard Work and other quality-driven documentation.
o Experience with ADAMS, FORTRAN and C would be desirable.
o Some knowledge and experience with engines including testing and evaluating, design and operation and components
and systems.
o Solid background in dynamics and statics, mechanical, thermal and structural analysis
o Fluent in the use of analysis and testing software such as ANSYS, LMS, LabVIEW, Matlab, Minitab, NASTRAN and
PATRAN
o Some exposure to design and analysis software such as Pro-E and Pro-Mechanical
o Work with a measure of autonomy, with supervision relating primarily to new methods or concepts

o Structural analysis and validation of engine components for stress and strain, fatigue, and vibration. Examples include
blocks, cylinder heads, and exhaust manifolds, flywheel housings, lifting brackets, gear housings, fuel systems and
external application hardware.
o Finite element modeling, simulation and analysis using commercial computer applications such as ANSYS, ABAQUS,
Pro-Mechanical, and Nsoft as well as some Cummins specific applications written in FORTRAN, Matlab and C. Also,
Dynamic simulation using ADAMS.
o Structural analysis testing using tools such as strain gauges, accelerometers, and signal analyzers
o Provide Applied Mechanics support to engine program teams by participating and/or leading team activities such as
design reviews, Failure Mode Affect Analysis, Milestone Reviews and managerial updates.
o Develop and maintain simulation tools, rig tests and engine tests to reduce product development cycle time and cost as
well as increase functional capabilities
o Lead activities or participate in the effort of defining, reviewing, and revising Engineering Standard Work documents.
o Lead and participate in Process Six Sigma and Design for Six Sigma projects and Functional Excellence projects.


Supplier Quality Engineer
Work Location:
o Bachelors’ degree in Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
Skills
o Excellent communication skills to deal effectively suppliers and various internal functions.
o Technical Writing capability
o Effective Project and time management skills
o Working knowledge of structured problem solving tools such as Pareto diagrams, control charts, cause and effect
diagrams, process flow, etc.
o Manage multiple projects; determine project urgency in a meaningful and practical way; use goals to guide actions and
create detailed action plans.
o Continual improvement minded with strong follow-through mentality.
o Ability to complete task to support team as well as individual metrics.
o Working knowledge of ISO 9001:2000/TS 16949 Quality Systems
o Broad product and process manufacturing knowledge preferred.
o Manufacturing/ machining processes awareness or experience.
o MS Office Skills

o Develop/lead proactive quality improvement plans (supply base) that will support our customer needs
o Work closely with Customer Quality Assurance and Warranty groups to quickly resolve supplier quality defects and
warranty issues
o Manage, develop, and interpret acceptable quality standards
o Participate in regular management reviews of supplier quality to communicate supplier status & ensure plant quality
expectations are met.
o Issue identification, tracking, resolution and documentation in preparation for Supplier communication
o Ensure supplier’s responses & actions to product problems are appropriate and documented within Cummins systems
o Coordinate the evaluation of new components from a first receipt point of view, Data Entry and analysis of results versus
print and specification requirements as well as when nonconformance is discovered
o Help identify opportunities to improve current processes & systems for increased efficiency.


Supply Chain
Work Location:
o Bachelors degree in Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration or equivalent education/experience
(Required)
o GPA of 3.0/4.0 (Required)
o MBA preferred
Skills
o Motivated to get the job done and quickly learn the position
o Customer interaction, analytical and excellent written / spoken communication
o Self Starter
o Excellent communication skills with related experience in sourcing, dealing with suppliers etc
o Usage of Microsoft Project, Word, & Excel

o Review and potentially optimize suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability and other
relevant factors
o Approve purchases of the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price and in correct amounts
o Approve purchase orders, solicit bid proposals, and review requisitions for goods and services
o Instruct staff on how to resolve problems related to undelivered goods
o Instruct staff on methods of negotiation, renegotiation and administration of contracts with suppliers, vendors and other
representatives
o Confer with staff, users, and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective
action
o Evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine need for
changes
o Manage just-in-time inventory
o Attend trade shows


Test Engineer
Work Location:
o Bachelors degree in Mechanical, Agricultural or Electrical Engineering or equivalent education/experience (Required)
Skills
o Good problem solving skills
o Project leadership / management skills
o Machine design or component design
o Engine dynamometers, engine control and data collection and analysis tools
o Ability to work effectively in a team environment with both hourly and exempt employees from multiple organizations
o Ability to coordinate work and coach employees from other organizations and departments towards meeting a common
goal
o Design Verification, Planning and Reporting (DVP&R)
o Some experience with engines and internal combustion - Diesel/gas/alt fuel/aero (preferred)
o Related intern or coop experience (preferred, but not required)
o Practical hands-on experience such as vehicle or home repair (preferred)
o Experience with data analysis, manipulation and presentation and data based decision making
o Excellent written and verbal communication skills. This includes writing test plans, special instructions, work orders and
technical reports.
o Knowledge in (or willing to learn) test cell instrumentation
o Knowledge in (or willing to learn) Design for Six Sigma (DFSS) tools
o Experience with data acquisition hardware and software
o Analytical problem solving skills
o Mechanical aptitude
o Good planning, presentation, and organizational skills
o PC Software (MS Office, Minitab, Diadem, Cummins Proprietary)

o Continuous improvement -- seeks new measurement procedures to improve data quality or add value to measurement
results.
o Engine and component testing (whole engine dynamometer tests and component/system stand-alone tests)
o Coordinate with many other groups within Cummins (Design, Drafting, Structural Analysis, Assembly, Manufacturing,
Quality, Service, Applied Mechanics, Purchasing), as well as outside suppliers, vendor and facilities
o Failure analysis, troubleshooting activities and problem correction
o Component system and whole engine testing from concept to production
o Project Management and responsibility for high value test projects
o Within Midrange, perform this job for 18 months then transition to a role aligned with knowledge, experience and
interests


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