Placement Student - Design and Development Engineer

Cummins Inc., Box 3005, Columbus, IN 47202-3005 U.S.A; Cwmbran; Hybrid; GBP 13,000 - 17,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins is seeking an enthusiastic Student Engineer for a placement in Cwmbran, Wales. This role focuses on design and development within the Drivetrain and Braking Systems team and runs for a placement year starting Summer 2027.

You will gain hands-on experience, work on live projects, and participate in the detailed design of components, simulations, and an individual project to advance your skills for a future career in engineering.

Qualifications

• Pursuing an accredited engineering degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering or transferable.
• Interest in working in a global corporation and adaptability to changing environments.
• Capable of independent working and team collaboration.
• Keen to work in the automotive industry.

Responsibilities

• Work on live projects under supervision to gain real-world exposure.
• Involve in detailed design of components to industry standards.
• Create construction or tolerance layouts and test physical components for performance and reliability.
• Learn simulation techniques and software used in engineering projects.
• Undertake an individual project to develop specific skills and knowledge for future career advancement.
• Develop a strong understanding of engineering practices and principles for a successful career.

Skills

Engineering proficiency

Education

Accredited engineering degree (in progress)

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Student Engineer to join our team specializing in design and development for our Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems business in Cwmbran, Wales, UK. 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 Summer 2027.

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

• Gain hands-on experience by working on live projects under the supervision of an experienced Engineer, ensuring real-world exposure.
• Involve in various aspects of a typical Engineering role, including the detailed design of components to industry standards.
• Participate in creating construction or tolerance layouts, and conduct thorough testing of physical components for performance and reliability.
• Acquire knowledge about simulation techniques and software used in engineering projects to predict and enhance performance.
• Undertake an individual project that focuses on developing specific skills and knowledge, paving the way for future career advancement.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of engineering practices and principles, preparing you for a successful career in the engineering field.

To be succesful in the role you will need the following:

• Currently studying for an accredited engineering degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering or transferable.
• Show an interest in working in a global corporation and Adaptability to working in a changing environment
• Capable of independent working and team work as required
• Keen to work in an automotive organisation with a keen interest in the automotive industry

Closing date - Thursday 19th November at 11:59PM