Electronic Systems Technical Specialist - Hardware

Cummins Inc; Welton; Presencial; GBP 65.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Cummins Inc. in Welton, United Kingdom, seeks an experienced Senior Electronic Hardware Engineer to lead hardware development for sensors, control units, harnesses and related power systems within automotive applications.

You will guide design reviews, support VPI/CPS initiatives, ensure safety and regulatory compliance, and collaborate across systems, software, and manufacturing teams to deliver robust electronic solutions.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or STEM field is required.
• Post-graduate Master’s may be required for select roles.
• Licensing for export controls or sanctions regulations may be required.

Responsabilidades

• Lead Electronic Hardware Innovation: develop and validate electronic sensors, actuators, control units or harnesses.
• Shape Future Product Strategies: lead EHI projects and CPS/VPI initiatives.
• Deliver Safety-Critical Solutions: meet functional safety, cybersecurity, reliability and regulatory requirements.
• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: partner with systems, software, controls, mechanical, manufacturing and validation teams.
• Advance Technical Excellence: define scalable hardware architectures and interfaces.
• Accelerate Product Development: lead design reviews, prototype builds, debugging and validation.
• Influence Supplier and Technology Decisions: guide component selection and work with suppliers.
• Develop Engineering Capability: provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers.

Conocimientos

Electronic hardware design

Systems integration

DFMEA/PFMEA

FTA

8D methodology

5-Phase problem solving

7-Step problem solving

Creo

Creo Cabling

Windchill

MS Office

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Master's degree in a relevant discipline

Herramientas

Creo

Creo Cabling

Windchill

MS Office

Descripción del empleo

Responsibilities

• Lead Electronic Hardware Innovation: People in these positions will typically develop and validate electronic sensors, actuators, control units or harnesses to ensure the consistent operation of Cummins' products in a variety of customer applications .
• Shape Future Product Strategies: Lead EHI projects and support various VPI and CPS initiatives, influencing the direction of innovative drivetrain and braking solutions from concept through production.
• Deliver Safety-Critical Solutions: Ensure hardware designs meet functional safety, cybersecurity, reliability, and regulatory requirements, helping deliver robust and compliant vehicle systems.
• Drive Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with systems, software, controls, mechanical, manufacturing, and validation teams to develop integrated solutions that meet customer and business needs.
• Advance Technical Excellence: Define scalable hardware architectures, requirements, and interface specifications that optimize performance, cost, manufacturability, and long-term product sustainability.
• Accelerate Product Development: Lead design reviews, hardware integration, prototype builds, debugging, and validation activities to ensure successful and timely delivery of new technologies.
• Influence Supplier and Technology Decisions: Guide component selection, work closely with suppliers, and resolve technical challenges to ensure high-quality, reliable electronic hardware solutions.
• Develop Engineering Capability: Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers, fostering innovation, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement across the product development lifecycle.
  Demonstrated experience designing, integrating, and validating electronic hardware systems for power systems or automotive applications, including sensors, control units, wiring harnesses, control panels, and supporting mechanical structures.
• Strong knowledge of electronic system architecture, requirements management, and electrical/electronic design principles, with the ability to translate stakeholder needs into robust, verifiable solutions that meet customer and business requirements.
• Experience with embedded electronic hardware development processes, including verification and validation activities, DFMEA/PFMEA, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), worst-case analysis, and structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5-Phase, or 7-Step processes.
• Proven ability to manage complex engineering challenges, communicate effectively across multidisciplinary teams, drive results, and provide technical leadership while utilizing tools such as Creo, Creo Cabling, Windchill, and MS Office to support successful product delivery.

Education / Experience

• College, university, or equivalent bachelor's degree in engineering or appropriate STEM field is required.
• Post-graduate (Master's) degree relevant to this discipline area may be required for select roles.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
• Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making. Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred.