School to Work - Engineering

Cummins • Troy, MI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Cummins is seeking an Engineering School to Work – Test Engineering team member for its business in Troy, Michigan. The School-to-Work team member assists with setting up, running, and inspecting vehicle and mechanical laboratory tests. Working with Test Engineers, the role supports test execution, communication across Product Engineering, Product Validation, and Program Management, and timely updates on test progress. It also helps coordinate test materials, maintain accurate test documentation, compile test summaries, and support a safe, organized laboratory in accordance with Cummins safety standards and lab procedures.

The ideal candidate is pursuing an associate or bachelor's technology degree related to mechanical lab testing and has an interest in mechanical systems, automotive vehicles, and automotive components. Cummins is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to qualified persons without regard to protected status.

Requirements

• Pursuing an associate or bachelor's technology degree that can be related to mechanical laboratory testing.
• Proficient with personal computers and Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint.
• Able to communicate effectively with coworkers and internal customers.
• Able to lift 30 to 40 pounds and stand for long periods.
• Must pass a basic physical examination and drug screen.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of automotive or commercial vehicle parts and assemblies; a mechanical background is desirable.
• Familiarity with CAD software.
• Familiarity with spreadsheets and data logging.
• Genuine interest in mechanical systems, with exposure to or enthusiasm for automotive vehicles and components.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setting up, running, and inspecting vehicle and mechanical laboratory tests.
• Partner with Test Engineers to learn component functionality, testing methods, and test controller operations, and contribute to test activities.
• Participate in test kick-off meetings and help coordinate communication among Product Engineering, Product Validation, and Program Management teams.
• Monitor test progress and provide regular status updates to internal stakeholders.
• Serve as a liaison between Product Engineering and Product Validation to communicate testing requirements and outcomes.
• Assist with moving, tracking, and labeling test materials for testing, storage, and analysis.
• Support Test Technicians by maintaining test records, updating logbooks, and documenting critical test information.
• Compile test summaries and prepare abstract test reports.
• Help maintain a safe, organized, and efficient laboratory by following Cummins safety standards and lab procedures.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Intern
• Education Level: Associate degree