Electronic Systems Engineer - Hardware

Cummins • Columbus, IN

6h • Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for a talented Electronic Systems Engineer – Hardware to join our
team specializing in Diagnostics for our location in Columbus, IN. In this role,
you will contribute to the development, tuning, validation, and support of
diagnostic strategies and electronic hardware that enable reliable engine and
system performance. You will work hands‑on with electronic components,
collaborate with cross‑functional teams, and apply strong analytical,
problem‑solving, and communication skills to support high‑quality product
outcomes. This position offers the opportunity to apply both technical depth and
system‑level thinking while growing expertise in diagnostics, hardware behavior,
and product development processes.

Daily responsibilities include answering team‑owned component technical profile
questions for global customers, tuning assigned diagnostics, and performing
testing and reporting to review boards to demonstrate that diagnostic features
meet defined performance requirements. You will also conduct hands‑on
evaluations of electronic hardware at local test benches using meters,
oscilloscopes, and Cummins‑developed software tools to assess behavior, validate
functionality, and support diagnostic transparency testing. Success in this role
requires strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, the ability to
communicate and present effectively in team settings, and a commitment to
developing advanced problem‑solving capabilities.

From a technical perspective, you will need the ability to read and interpret
schematics, analyze and model circuits using simulation tools, and understand
electrical component datasheets to support diagnostic modeling and transparency
assessments. A Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering is required for this
role. While not mandatory, working knowledge of automotive gas or diesel engine
systems is considered a valuable plus, helping accelerate learning and enhance
system‑level contribution in diagnostics and electronic hardware performance.

Requirements

• ability to read and interpret schematics
• analyze and model circuits using simulation tools
• understand electrical component datasheets to support diagnostic modeling and transparency assessments
• strong proficiency with Microsoft Office tools
• the ability to communicate and present effectively in team settings
• a commitment to developing advanced problem‑solving capabilities
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering

Nice To Haves

• working knowledge of automotive gas or diesel engine systems

Responsibilities

• Electronic Hardware Problem Resolution: Investigate hardware issues by identifying causal mechanisms, recommending corrective actions, and documenting outcomes while collaborating with more experienced team members.
• Process & Tool Improvement: Apply and support continuous improvement of electronic hardware development processes, including problem‑solving techniques, requirements analysis, and standardized engineering workflows.
• Advanced Design Method Application: Utilize design methods such as worst‑case analysis, circuit simulation, DFMEA/PFMEA, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), schematic capture, and compliance matrices to ensure robust and reliable hardware solutions.
• Supplier Collaboration & Prototype Delivery: Obtain input from electronic suppliers and coordinate prototype hardware delivery to application engineering teams to support development timelines.
• Engineering Decision Making: Make informed decisions related to hardware requirements and validation testing that influence unit cost, functionality, manufacturability, and prototype readiness.
• Ownership of Moderately Complex Systems: Lead problem resolution for components, subsystems, or systems with increasing technical complexity and ambiguity as experience grows in the role.
• Independent Execution & Process Engagement: Execute established engineering processes independently while contributing to ongoing system and workflow improvements and expanding technical product knowledge.
• Team Collaboration & Work Coordination: Contribute effectively to team goals, support coordination of work among technicians or student employees when required, and continue developing key competencies essential to success in the role.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level