Instrumentation Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 1st Shift

Cummins•Columbus, IN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a high-impact team supporting the OLY Emissions Laboratory, where precision, accountability, and technical excellence are essential. This position plays a critical role in maintaining emissions measurement systems and ensuring equipment readiness to support testing operations. The work environment can be fast-paced and dynamic, requiring a technician who is self-motivated, adaptable, and capable of managing multiple priorities with limited supervision.

Requirements

Competencies: Data Acquisition - Prepares samples, verifies equipment calibration and performs tests according to an approved standard procedure or work instruction in a manner which ensures, and results in, data that can be trusted and delivered to the engineer or customer.
Data Reporting - Prepares documentation in a manner which clearly organizes and presents testing methods, instrument settings, the data and analysis to allow the engineer and customer to understand the results and form accurate conclusions and recommendations.
Product Function Test System Design - Interprets test equipment specifications from test standards or lab customer requirements; selects and integrates appropriate equipment, instrumentation and software to control boundary conditions and collect measurement data; assesses capability of the lab equipment against the requirements and support infrastructure.
Test Article Build - Assembles test articles according to test requirements, including all necessary installation or accommodations for instrumentation, in a manner that allows the test articles to successfully undergo product functional test.
Test Setup and Configuration - Interprets test plan to determine optimal location and orientation within a test space in accordance with local safety and environmental requirements and fabricates required system with appropriate materials.
Action oriented - Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm.
Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
Decision quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
Health and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.
Preventative and Predictive Maintenance - Interprets machine and tool maintenance records and data to develop and execute preventative and predictive management strategies to drive continuous improvement within the manufacturing process.
Problem Solving - Solves problems and may mentor others on effective problem solving by using a systematic analysis process by leveraging industry standard methodologies to create problem traceability and protect the customer; determines the assignable cause; implements robust, data-based solutions; identifies the systemic root causes and ensures actions to prevent problem reoccurrence are implemented.
Values differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
High school diploma, GED or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification OR Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience OR Bachelors degree in a related field OR Relevant military education and experience.
Mechanically & Technically Inclined: Comfortable working with emissions analyzers, sampling systems, instrumentation, and laboratory equipment.
Self-Motivated & Independent: Able to prioritize work and complete assignments with limited supervision.
Troubleshooting Mindset: Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to diagnose equipment and instrumentation issues.
Organized & Detail-Oriented: Maintains accurate records and follows procedures consistently.
Adaptable & Flexible: Willing to support a variety of laboratory, project, and equipment-related activities as priorities shift.
Strong Communicator: Effectively communicates equipment status, maintenance needs, and project progress with team members and leadership.

Nice To Haves

Support with Horiba Systems: Support maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of Horiba emissions benches and associated laboratory equipment as needed.

Responsibilities

Operates, calibrates, installs, programs, repairs, designs, and fabricates instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
Maintains data acquisition systems, test cells operations, rigs and rig rooms; calibrates, installs, programs, troubleshoots, repairs and assembles test systems, general and specialized instrumentation.
Installs, operates, modifies, and troubleshoots PCs and PC networks used for instrumentation engineering activities.
Evaluates and specifies new equipment; develops new technology; installs and maintains electronic engine monitoring systems.
Fabricates and assembles test fixtures and servo-hydraulic systems; operates, troubleshoots, and repairs hydraulic systems, shakers, and rigs; calibrates transducers and systems; installs and calibrates strain gauges and thermocouples (micro).
Maintains parts and equipment inventories.
Creates and maintains electronic documentation.
Uses a number of general tools including but not limited to digital multimeter, soldering iron, function generator, and frequency generator.
Reads and interprets electrical wiring diagrams.
Understands and applies appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work.
Works with and trains apprentices and technicians.
Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions.
Coordinates programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking.
Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures.
Leads and participate in improvement projects.
Develops and gives presentations to customers and suppliers.
Knows and complies with all safety policies and procedures.
Demonstrates confidentiality as required.
Participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action.
Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done.
Maintain Emissions Instrumentation: Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, repairs, and calibration activities on FTIR carts and other emissions measurement equipment to ensure reliable operation.
Support Equipment Readiness: Set up and prepare emissions analyzers and related instrumentation for testing activities, ensuring systems meet quality and regulatory requirements.
Perform Preventive Maintenance: Execute scheduled preventive maintenance activities and maintain accurate service records for emissions laboratory equipment.
Support Work Orders: Complete assigned work orders in a timely manner, documenting activities and maintaining records within the laboratory management systems.
Assist with Horiba Systems: Support maintenance, troubleshooting, and operation of Horiba emissions benches and associated laboratory equipment as needed.
Ensure Data Quality & Compliance: Conduct instrument quality checks and verification activities to support compliance with applicable EPA and laboratory quality standards.
Operational Excellence: Maintain organized workspaces, follow 5S principles, and identify opportunities for process improvement and increased equipment reliability.
Project & Lab Support: Participate in facility, test cell, and laboratory improvement projects. Provide support across emissions laboratories and other OLY emissions-related activities as business needs require.
Documentation & Process Ownership: Maintain equipment records, procedures, and documentation to ensure accuracy, accessibility, and consistency.
Knowledge Sharing: Support training efforts, share technical knowledge, and contribute to a collaborative and positive team environment.