Placement Student - Aftertreatment Integration Development

Cummins Inc.; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 21,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Darlington invites applications for an Aftertreatment Integration Development student placement within the CES ONHWY Performance team.

The role is 100% onsite and starts Summer 2027, offering hands-on experience in engine and aftertreatment development and data-driven testing. You will work with MATLAB, Simulink and HIL benches, assist with prototype management and test instructions, and participate in cross-functional reviews to evaluate tuning decisions and hardware performance

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or STEM field.
• Eligible for a placement year and available Summer 2027.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills; problem-solving with data.

Responsibilities

• Support the Value Package Introduction process for new engine and aftertreatment systems.
• Procure and manage prototype and controls lab inventory and shipment logistics.
• Develop test instructions and scripts for engine dynamometer and vehicle testing.
• Support cross-functional design reviews with requirements, tuning rationale and results.
• Simulate performance using Simulink, MATLAB and HIL benches to evaluate tuning.
• Assist with occasional vehicle testing and equipment installation.

Skills

MATLAB

MS Office

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or STEM

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Aftertreatment Integration Development student to join our team specializing in Engineering for our CES ONHWY Performance business unit in Darlington. 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.

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence in Summer 2027 . This placement is 100% onsite-based.

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

• Support the Cummins Value Package Introduction Process used to bring new engine and aftertreatment systems to market. Work as part of a team to complete activities such as catalyst and hardware selection, performance evaluation, mapping and proof of concept testing, control system & diagnostic tuning and field test data investigation (exact spread of activities will depend on where we are in a development cycle during your placement)
• Procure and manage prototype and controls lab inventory and manage shipment of parts between different test facilities
• Work with Test Operations function to produce test instructions, scripts and logging files for engine dynamometer testing and pilot vehicle testing. Investigate test cell, pilot vehicle and field test data to evaluate hardware and software performance for a variety of different test types and scenarios
• Support cross functional design reviews for hardware, software and diagnostic tuning by providing review packs, including requirements definition, tuning rationale and test results and participating in the review meetings
• Simulate diagnostic and control system performance using Simulink, MATLAB and HIL test benches to evaluate tuning decisions and calibration robustness, as well as evaluating sensor and actuator performance
• Support occasional vehicle testing, including logging data on both stationary and mobile testing. This role is hands-on, you will be given the opportunity to carry out testing and support operators in equipment installation and trouble shooting

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

• We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree from across all Engineering & STEM related subjects
• Good knowledge of MATLAB & MS office (excel and word)
• Methodical and data-based approach to problem solving, Strong team working skills and communication skills
• Knowledge of Diesel engine and/or Aftertreatment architecture an advantage but not essential – training will be provided

CLOSING DATE: Thursday 12 th November 2026

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Student - Cooperative/12 Month Placement

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No