Engineering Placement: Design & Development Engineer

Cummins; United States; Remote; USD 28,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Placement Student - Design and Development Engineer for its Drivetrain and Braking Systems team in Wales, UK.

You will engage in live projects, contribute to component design, and learn engineering simulation methods while preparing for a professional career in the automotive field. The placement runs through Summer 2027 and is ideal for students pursuing accredited engineering degrees, especially Mechanical Engineering, who want global exposure within a major power

Qualifications

• Currently studying for an accredited engineering degree, preferably Mechanical Engineering or transferable.
• Eligible for a placement year and available Summer 2027.

Responsibilities

• Gain hands-on experience by working on live projects under the supervision of an experienced Engineer.
• Involve in detailed design of components to industry standards.
• Participate in creating construction or tolerance layouts, and conduct testing of physical components.
• Acquire knowledge about simulation techniques and software used to predict and enhance performance.
• Undertake an individual project focusing on developing specific skills and knowledge.
• Develop an understanding of engineering practices and principles for a career in engineering.

Education

Accredited engineering degree (Mechanical preferred)

Placement year eligibility

Job description

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Placement Student - Design and Development Engineer for its Drivetrain and Braking Systems team in Wales, UK.

You will engage in live projects, contribute to component design, and learn engineering simulation methods while preparing for a professional career in the automotive field. The placement runs through Summer 2027 and is ideal for students pursuing accredited engineering degrees, especially Mechanical Engineering, who want global exposure within a major power