Placement Student - Aftertreatment Integration Test Engineering

Cummins Europe; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. in Darlington is seeking an enthusiastic Aftertreatment Integration Test Engineering student for a 12-month placement starting Summer 2027. The role is 100% onsite and provides hands-on experience in the CES ONHWY Performance unit.

You will learn how a major global organization operates, perform diesel engine and aftertreatment testing in dynamometer cells, and gain exposure to test scripting, data logging, and problem solving with formal and informal training.

Qualifications

• Pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or STEM.
• Proficient in MS Office (Excel and Word).
• Methodical, data-based problem solving with good teamwork and communication.
• Knowledge of diesel engine architecture or test cell operation is advantageous; training will be provided.

Responsibilities

• Interpret test requests for Euro VI and Stage V diesel engine and aftertreatment testing in engine dynamometer cells.
• Write test instructions, prepare test scripts and logging files.
• Manage prototype equipment inventories at on- and offsite storage facilities.
• Ensure engine, aftertreatment and hardware are available and set up for each test and support test cell operations.
• Investigate test data quality and identify issues related to equipment or software.
• Troubleshoot test cell issues and provide short- and long-term solutions.

Skills

MS Office

Data-driven problem solving

Teamwork & communication

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering or STEM

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Aftertreatment Integration Test Engineering 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:

• Interpret test requests for Euro VI and Stage V diesel engine and aftertreatment development testing in engine dynamometer test cells, write test instructions, prepare necessary test scripts and logging files
• Manage prototype equipment inventories at on and offsite storage facilities
• Ensure engine, aftertreatment and associated hardware is available and set-up correctly for each test. Oversee the operation of the test cell and provide support to the test cell operator and facilities team when necessary (answer questions and clarification requests related to test instructions and hardware)
• Investigate test data for test quality and identify issues with the test related to either equipment or software
• Troubleshoot test cell issues including hardware, test sequence and scripting, instructions and test procedures and provide both short- and long-term solutions
• This role is hands-on, you will be given the opportunity to carry out testing and support operators in equipment installation and trouble shooting. You will spend a year in a test engineering department to gain real experience in the testing and development area. You are supported by formal and informal training, and work on projects that add true value to the business

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

• We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards a Bachelors or Masters degree from across all Engineering & STEM related subjects
• Good knowledge of MS office (excel and word)
• Methodical and data-based approach to problem solving, Strong team working skills and communication skills
• Knowledge of diesel engine architecture and/or test cell operation 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

ReqID 2434245

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No