Product Functional Test Technology Specialist

Cummins•Stoughton, WI

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Cummins is seeking a Product Functional Test Technology Specialist to join its engineering team in Stoughton, Wisconsin. This onsite role supports product development and testing by providing reliable test systems, processes, and documentation in a laboratory with seven engine test cells. The specialist may lead engineering support for day-to-day operations on one or more test cells and is accountable for delivering critical data to functional partners. The role involves selecting and integrating test methods, equipment, instrumentation, software, and data collection approaches to evaluate product performance accurately and repeatably. It also supports safe and effective lab operations through hazard identification, risk assessment, safeguards, and compliance with safety practices. The specialist will lead capital projects and continuous-improvement initiatives, including measurement and data quality, test-method development, training development, and test-equipment failure investigations. The successful candidate will work cross-functionally with engineering teams, validation groups, technicians, co-ops and interns, and external vendors. Over time, the candidate is expected to develop into a technical expert, mentor and train colleagues, and help improve lab processes and capabilities. The position is onsite every day because of its operational nature, with flexibility for occasional work from home.

Requirements

Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area.
Demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision-making.
Prior aftertreatment knowledge or work experience.
Associate degree or certification in an appropriate STEM field, or equivalent; a relevant bachelor's degree may be required for select roles.
Demonstrated aptitude.
Ability to lead engineering support for day-to-day operations of one or more engine test cells.
Ability to lead capital projects and continuous-improvement initiatives.
Ability to mentor and train engineers and technicians.
The position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of MS Office tools.
Diesel engine and emissions knowledge.
Interest or aptitude in Linux/Cyflex coding.
Mechanical or hand-tools aptitude.

Responsibilities

Lead day-to-day operations of an engine test cell and deliver critical data to functional partners.
Select test methods, equipment, and data-collection techniques to evaluate product performance against engineering requirements.
Design and optimize test systems by integrating equipment, instrumentation, software, and support infrastructure.
Identify equipment-related hazards, assess risks, implement safeguards, and maintain compliance with safety standards and practices.
Lead and execute capital projects over $25,000 for laboratory improvements and measurement or test equipment.
Identify and lead continuous-improvement projects, including 6S, measurement assurance (MUA/MSAs), and failure investigations (FIRGs).
Lead test-method and test-equipment failure investigations and collaborate with engineering teams and external vendors.
Mentor and train engineers, co-ops, and other team members; support technical development and knowledge sharing.
Develop and improve work processes, systems, and best practices to increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability.
Apply problem-solving, measurement science, data-quality, communication, and project-management skills to achieve project outcomes.
Provide technical recommendations and expertise on specialized equipment and subsystems and promote standardization across sites.
Potentially manage or coach Lab Operations co-ops and interns as part of individual development.