Product Functional Test Technology Engineer

Cummins • Stoughton, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

This entry level/early career professional, laboratory test focused position designs or specifies test systems that allow operation of Cummins’ products in a laboratory environment for engineering evaluation to optimize our product designs. This position also involves the specification, design, implementation, validation and support of test systems including mechanical, electrical, plumbing, instrumentation, data acquisition and control systems.

Requirements

• Demonstrated aptitude is required.
• College, university, or equivalent Associate's degree or certification in an appropriate STEM field is preferred.
• Equivalent Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline area may be required for select roles.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
• Entry level/Early career professional.
• Knowledge of MS Office tools is also preferred
• External candidates must currently reside within the continental U.S.
• Must have a minimum of 2.5 GPA.
• Experience with diesel engines and after-treatment systems.
• Some proficiency in MATLAB
• Knowledge of Six Sigma methodologies and 7-step problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with dynamometer test cells is not required but will support the right candidate.
• Proficiency in Minitab, DAQ software and Linux systems is not required, but will support the right candidate.
• time management
• ability to focus on details of testing
• willingness and passion to learn new skills
• some aftertreatment product background is not required but can help
• some engine controls related background is not required but can help

Responsibilities

• Investigates product test system and process problems, understands causal mechanisms, recommends appropriate action, owns problem resolution and documents results with guidance from more experienced team members.
• Applies and supports the improvement of processes such as test system specification, design and validation and tools such as FMEA, 7-step problem solving, and process hazard analysis, required to support the processes and enable high quality decision making.
• Obtains input and negotiates with lab customers, lab technicians, and component suppliers and delivers test system requirements, processes, and instructions to lab technicians, product functional test engineers and equipment suppliers.
• Makes decisions in the areas of component selection, calibration processes, and operating processes that impact test equipment accuracy, reliability and operating cost.
• Owns problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, systems, subsystems or services with technical complexity and ambiguity increasing as experience is gained in the role.
• Provides independent execution of established work processes and systems, while still developing technology or product knowledge; engages with the improvement of systems and processes.
• Involves minimal direct management of people, but could involve the coordination and direction of work amongst technicians and/or temporary student employees.
• Contributes effectively toward team goals, exhibits influence within a work group and continues to develop proficiency in the competency areas critical to success in the role.

What This Job Offers

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