Engine Field Service Technician - Level III

Cummins; Chennai District; On-site; INR 550,000 - 750,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Chennai is seeking an Engine Field Service Technician - Level III to diagnose, repair, and maintain Cummins engine products at customer sites. You will independently perform complex repairs, preventive maintenance, and advanced diagnostics while prioritizing safety and customer satisfaction.

You will mentor junior technicians, support critical accounts, and drive cross-functional issue resolution with a focus on service excellence and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• ITI/ diploma in a technical discipline; diesel engine knowledge beneficial.
• Apprentice Trained certification preferred.
• Valid local driving license required.
• Additional certifications in diesel engine diagnostics or heavy equipment service advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and perform complex mechanical and electrical repairs on Cummins engine products at customer sites.
• Conduct scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections per Cummins service standards.
• Interpret customer concerns, plan troubleshooting, validate repairs, and restore equipment performance.
• Escalate complex issues to product specialists while documenting processes clearly.
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships and act as primary technical contact for assigned accounts.
• Coach and mentor technicians and apprentices to develop service excellence.
• Prepare technical summaries and service reports; coordinate open service cases and parts availability.

Skills

Advanced engine diagnostics

Troubleshooting and fault isolation

Mechanical repair

Electrical repair

Preventive maintenance

Customer relationship management

Technical coaching

Planning and prioritization

Documentation and reporting

Safety awareness

Presentation and reporting

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Education

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering / Automobile Engineering / Diesel Mechanics

ITI / Vocational Diploma in related technical discipline

Apprentice Trained Engine Technician certification (preferred)

Valid local driving license

Export controls or sanctions regulatory eligibility (where applicable)

Job description

Job Summary:

The Engine Field Service Technician - Level III is the primary technical specialist and customer support contact responsible for diagnosing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining Cummins engine products at customer sites. This role independently performs complex repairs, preventive maintenance, and advanced diagnostics while ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction, safety, quality, and operational excellence. The technician serves as a technical mentor, supports critical customer accounts, drives issue resolution through cross-functional collaboration, and contributes to continuous improvement by sharing technical expertise and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Technical Service Field Support

• Diagnose, troubleshoot, and execute complex mechanical and electrical repairs on Cummins engine products and related systems using specialized diagnostic tools and established service procedures.
• Perform scheduled preventive maintenance and inspections in accordance with Cummins service standards.
• Interpret customer concerns, develop troubleshooting plans, validate repairs, and ensure successful restoration of equipment performance.
• Escalate complex technical issues to product specialists or engineering support while maintaining complete troubleshooting documentation.

Customer Relationship Management

• Build and maintain strong customer relationships by providing professional, responsive, and technically sound service.
• Act as the primary technical contact for assigned customer accounts, providing regular service updates and ensuring timely resolution of maintenance and breakdown activities.
• Identify additional service, maintenance, and aftermarket opportunities that enhance customer value and equipment reliability.
• Support customer satisfaction by proactively communicating repair progress, parts availability, and service status.

Technical Leadership Knowledge Sharing

• Coach, mentor, and provide technical guidance to technicians and apprentices to develop technical capability and service excellence.
• Review repair plans, parts requirements, and technical approaches to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Share technical knowledge, field learnings, and best practices to support continuous improvement across the service organization.
• Facilitate regular technical discussions and cross-functional reviews to improve visibility of open service issues and drive timely resolution.

Service Coordination Documentation

• Complete service documentation, including service worksheets, inspection reports, warranty claims, quality records, and timesheets using Cummins business systems.
• Prepare technical summaries, service reports, and presentations for critical issue reviews and customer updates.
• Coordinate with internal teams to track open service cases, parts availability, and project status to ensure effective service delivery.
• Maintain accurate service history and documentation to support warranty administration, compliance, and future maintenance planning.

Health, Safety Compliance

• Demonstrate leadership in Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) practices by conducting job safety assessments (JSA) before commencing work and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Ensure compliance with Cummins safety standards, environmental policies, regulatory requirements, and customer site procedures.
• Report hazards, incidents, and unsafe conditions promptly while implementing appropriate corrective actions.
• Maintain service vehicles, tools, diagnostic equipment, and work areas in a clean, safe, and operational condition.

Continuous Improvement Operational Excellence

• Support continuous improvement initiatives by analyzing recurring technical issues and recommending corrective actions.
• Participate in technical training to maintain expertise in Cummins products, emerging technologies, and service practices.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to improve service quality, response times, and operational efficiency.
• Contribute to project reviews and critical issue resolution activities by providing technical expertise and performance insights.

• Doing JSA by Anvl App before start work and educate team to stay focused on Safety practices
• Visiting other key customers in and around Chennai for relationship building.
• Regular connect and updates of status to LT Project on parts, maintenances and breakdowns.
• Organizing weekly telecon with internal team to bring visibility on open complaints and parts status on projects
• Preparing the PPT / Critical issue resolution in Equinix LT Project

Competencies:

• Customer Focus
• Communicates Effectively
• Develops Talent
• Manages Complexity
• Manages Conflict
• Self-Development
• Values Differences
• Health and Safety Fundamentals
• Diagnostics Application
• Electronic Service Tool Application
• Engine Systems Interactions
• Product Repair and Maintenance
• Service Documentation
• Technical Escalation
• Problem Solving
• Technical Leadership
• Collaboration
• Continuous Improvement

Qualifications

• Vocational Diploma, ITI, or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Automobile Engineering, Diesel Mechanics, or a related technical discipline.
• Apprentice Trained Engine Technician certification preferred.
• Valid local driving license required.
• Additional certifications in diesel engine diagnostics, power generation, or heavy equipment service are advantageous.
• May require licensing or eligibility to comply with export controls or sanctions regulations where applicable.

Skills

• Advanced engine diagnostics and troubleshooting
• Mechanical and electrical repair of diesel engines and power systems
• Preventive maintenance and field service operations
• Electronic diagnostic and service tool proficiency
• Engine systems analysis and fault isolation
• Technical documentation and warranty administration
• Customer relationship management
• Technical coaching and mentoring
• Project and service coordination
• Presentation and technical reporting skills
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Planning and prioritization
• Health, safety, and environmental compliance
• Microsoft Office and service management system proficiency

Experience

• Significant experience in field service, engine repair, or heavy equipment maintenance.
• Expert-level knowledge of Cummins or equivalent diesel engine products and systems.
• Proven experience diagnosing and resolving complex engine failures and technical issues in customer environments.
• Strong customer-facing experience managing service activities and maintaining long-term customer relationships.
• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams, managing critical service issues, and supporting project execution.
• Experience coaching, mentoring, and providing technical guidance to junior technicians is preferred.