Coatings & Corrosion Specialist — Data-Driven Problem Solver

Cummins Inc.; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Coatings & Corrosion Specialist to join the Materials Engineering - Chemistry team in Troy, MI.

The role focuses on heavy-duty and military vehicle subsystems, providing technical leadership in coatings and corrosion testing, data analysis, and root-cause investigations. You will collaborate with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and engineering to validate materials, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards.

Qualifications

• Demonstrate strong coatings and corrosion testing expertise per specs and industry standards.
• Laboratory calibration, safety, and compliance with MT procedures.
• Interpret windchill test results and provide clear recommendations for improvements.
• Build cross-functional partnerships to support plant evaluations and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the coatings and corrosion SME across heavy-duty, military, and electrified drivetrain products.
• Support global product quality and compliance through PPAP validation and testing.
• Influence product and process improvements with data-driven recommendations.
• Lead development of laboratory processes, specs, and testing methodologies.

Skills

Coatings testing

Corrosion testing

Data analysis

Root cause analysis

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. in Engineering or STEM

Master's degree (may be required)

Tools

MS Office

Windchill

Job description

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Coatings & Corrosion Specialist to join the Materials Engineering - Chemistry team in Troy, MI.

The role focuses on heavy-duty and military vehicle subsystems, providing technical leadership in coatings and corrosion testing, data analysis, and root-cause investigations. You will collaborate with manufacturing, quality, suppliers, and engineering to validate materials, optimize processes, and ensure compliance with industry standards.