Thermal and Fluid Sciences Engineering Co-Op Positions

Cummins•Columbus, IN

6h•$7,300•Hybrid

About The Position

You will analyze our products through simulation and physical testing to develop system level optimized solutions for IC engine & electric power systems, fuel & air systems, filtration & aftertreatment systems, and battery & fuel cell electric systems. To do this you will be applying knowledge of fluid mechanics, heat transfer, thermodynamics, filtration, and combustion to assigned tasks to help integrate products & systems which deliver customer and regulatory requirements. In these applied science positions, you will utilize the core competencies of thermal and fluid sciences, employing and developing advanced analytical tools (including three-dimensional modeling) to answer key questions about the performance and architecture of a system or component. The results of this analysis drive decisions which ultimately lead to state-of-the-art, highly effective, environmentally friendly, and competitive products. This role will not include management of people but could involve the coordination of work amongst employees.

Requirements

Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment
Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
Willingness to learn from others on the job
Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.
Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5.
Candidates must also currently reside within the continental United States.
Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for assignments 4, 6, or up to 12 months, often aligning with school semesters.
Some schools may require students to be officially enrolled in a co-op program—check with your career services or co-op office.
If your co-op assignment is approved by your academic institution as part of a formal co-op program, the school acknowledges your participation and grants permission for you to take time off from classes while remaining in good academic standing.
Cummins does not require you to be enrolled in a minimum number of credit hours during your co-op.
Whether you take a semester off from classes, enroll part-time, or take evening courses is up to you and your school.
You are responsible for meeting your university’s academic policies and/or co-op program requirements.
Please consult your academic advisor or co-op office to ensure you remain in compliance.
F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin.
CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university.
Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.
Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.

Nice To Haves

Fluent (ANSYS Simulation ~ Simulink)
GT-Suite
Boost
Converge (CFD Software
Emissions data system
Hardware in the loop testing
MATLAB (with In-House developed plugins)

Responsibilities

Analytically investigating product, system and/or technology problems and recommending appropriate actions for problem resolution and/or optimization
Using your understanding of fundamental Physics to understand causal mechanisms, recommend appropriate action and assisting with documented problem resolutions.
Actively collaborating with key stakeholders and colleagues, using analysis results to impact and support the successful advancement of projects
Participating in problem resolution for moderately/high complex components, products, systems, subsystems, or services with a high degree of technical complexity and ambiguity and with accountability to the project team.
Apply the principles of fluid dynamics, thermodynamics, energy conversion systems and heat transfer to real-world problems,
Actively engage in product problem solving and product failure mode avoidance,
Leverage data analysis results drive further optimization of the design and performance.
Demonstrate effective use of appropriate industry and Cummins specific tools and software
Consider system requirements and demonstrate a system thinking approach to work
Demonstrate strong decision-making skills and a strong customer focus
Collaborate and communicate effectively (both verbal and written) with key stakeholders and colleagues