Sales Application Engineering Placement 2027

Cummins; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 12,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins in Peterborough, United Kingdom, invites applications for a Sales Application Engineering Placement Student in our Power Systems Business Segment. The placement starts Summer 2027 and requires onsite work 3 days per week, with travel or relocation to Peterborough as needed.

You will gain hands-on experience in technical sales support and engineering collaboration. You will learn to source and interpret data, deliver technical seminars, support dealers and distributors, and interact with

Qualifications

• We are looking for a wide range of students currently towards an Electrical/Mechanical/Automotive Engineering degree.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a willingness to learn new skills.
• Good Microsoft Office skills including Excel; CAD skills would be beneficial but are not essential.

Responsibilities

• Support the department on key tasks and projects, both independently and in teams.
• Support delivery of technical seminars in the factory and onsite.
• Work in a team environment and learn collaborative decision making.

Skills

Communication skills

MS Office

CAD skills

Team player

Education

Electrical/Mechanical/Automotive Engineering degree

Tools

CAD software

Microsoft Excel

Job description

We are looking for an enthusiastic Sales Application Engineering Placement Student to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Power Systems Business Segment in Peterborough, United Kingdom.

During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organisation 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 the department on key tasks and projects working both independently and within teams.
• Support delivery of technical seminars in the factory and onsite.
• Working in a team environment and learning how to make decisions in a collaborative way.
• Provide technical support to Dealers & Distributors.
• Interacting with different functions and Cummins factories worldwide.
• Sourcing, interpreting, and developing technical data and work towards agreed deadlines.

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

• We are looking for a wide range of students currently towards an Electrical/Mechanical/Automotive Engineering degree.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills with a willingness to learn new skills.
• Good Microsoft Office skills are required including Excel, CAD skills would also be beneficial although are not essential.
• Flexible and proactive attitude with a desire to learn and take on responsibilities.

About the Company

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.

CLOSING DATE: Friday, 13th of November.