Advanced Manufacturing Engineer Placement 2027

Cummins; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins in Peterborough invites a placement student to join our Global Manufacturing Engineering team for Summer 2027. You will work onsite three days a week, gaining hands-on experience in automation, robotics and manufacturing processes while relocating if needed.

The role focuses on learning, project support and contributing to innovation initiatives. Ideal candidates are pursuing a BEng or MEng in Manufacturing Engineering or STEM and are IT proficient with MS Office.

Qualifications

• Studying for a BEng or MEng in Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Mechanical Engineering or STEM degree.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office tools and able to work hands-on in a manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, networking and collaboration skills; able to work in a team.

Responsibilities

• Support Global Manufacturing Engineering to deliver Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technologies.
• Assist in administration and management of Manufacturing Innovation.
• Develop knowledge of technology value and its impact on business results.
• Lead projects in advanced technology and process innovation spaces.
• Support plants to develop new solutions to current business issues.
• Support Global Manufacturing Engineering initiatives as needed.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Communication

Teamwork

Relocation/Travel

Education

BEng or MEng in Manufacturing Engineering

Manufacturing Management

Mechanical Engineering or STEM

Tools

SharePoint

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Advanced Manufacturing Engineer to join our team specializing in Manufacturing, Technology and Innovation for our Global Manufacturing Engineering team in Peterborough, United Kingdom. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry.

The requirements are to be onsite for 3 days per week so you will need to be able to travel or relocate to the location on your own behalf

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2027

External Qualifications and Competencies

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Support Global Manufacturing Engineering (GME) to deliver Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technologies (Automation, Robotics, processes, etc)
• Assist in the administration and management of Manufacturing Innovation
• Become knowledgeable in the value of technology in delivering business results
• Lead projects in the advanced technology/process innovation space
• Support plants to develop new solutions to current business issues
• Support Global Manufacturing Engineering initiatives as needed

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Studying BEng or MEng in Manufacturing Engineering, Manufacturing Management, Mechanical Engineering or STEM degree
• IT competent with working knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, and SharePoint)
• Good communication and influencing skills, able to build networks and deliver value
• Positive attitude, strong personal motivation, and an effective member of a team

About the Company

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

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CLOSING DATE: 13th of November 2026