Placement Student - AI, Digital & Zero Fuel Burn Testing

Cummins Inc; Welton; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc is seeking an enthusiastic Placement Student Engineer to join the Power Systems Business segment in Daventry, UK. This year-long placement focuses on AI, digital engineering, and zero fuel burn testing to accelerate engine validation and subsystem design.

You will work across cross-functional teams, contributing to tool development, data analysis, and technical reporting, while gaining hands-on experience in a global engineering environment.

Qualifications

• STEM degree required (Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or related).
• Prefer Mechanical, Aerospace, Motorsport or related engineering disciplines.
• On-site work with travel/relocation to Daventry, UK for placement year.

Responsibilities

• Support AI and digital engineering tool development for engine sub-systems.
• Contribute to zero fuel burn testing component validation.
• Assist with data collection, evaluation, and reporting of experimental and simulation data.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

Data evaluation

AI awareness

Education

Engineering degree

Mathematics

Physics

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Placement Student Engineer focusing on AI, Digital, and Zero Fuel Burn Testing to join our team specialising in In dustrial Markets Engineering for our Power Systems Business segment in Daventry, United Kingdom. This year-long industrial placement offers an opportunity to gain hands-on engineering experience, working at the intersection of advanced digital technologies and sustainable internal combustion engine system development. The successful candidate will contribute to projects that enhance engineering efficiency through AI/Digital tools and accelerate mechanical validation of components using innovative rig testing methods to replicate engine running conditions without burning fuel in a engine test cell. This role will give you an opportunity to work on different sub-systems of the engine and you will interact with a wide range of global and local cross functional groups and departments to co-ordinate project delivery. 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 in Summer 2027. In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Support AI & Digital Engineering Tool Development: Assist in designing, testing, and deploying digital and AI-oriented tools to optimise engine sub-system component design, investigation, testing and project/resource management.
• Contribute to Zero Fuel Burn Testing Component Validation: Participate in the design, setup, execution, and monitoring of advanced component rig validation tests aimed at reducing the time required in an engine test cell & fuel burn.
• Data Evaluation & Reporting: Collect, process, and investigate experimental and simulation data, preparing clear technical reports and visualisations to support engineering decision-making.
  We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards an Engineering, Mathematics, Physics or other related STEM degree. Preference for Mechanical, Aerospace, Motorsport or other suitably related Engineering discipline, typically halfway through the program.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in technical teams and communicate effectively in written and verbal formats.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to interpret technical data.
• Interest in internal combustion engines and their operation
• Familiarity with using AI and digital tools to help complete engineering-related tasks.
• Prior exposure to engine testing, propulsion systems, or sustainable energy technologies through coursework, projects, or internships.