Instrumentation Engineering Technician - Relocation Package Available!

Cummins Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. seeks an Instrumentation Engineering Technician to support test-cell operations, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and equipment maintenance. This is a hands-on role focused on installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving instrumentation and test systems.

You will work closely with engineers, technicians, and other teams to ensure test equipment is operating safely, accurately, and reliably.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with instrumentation, electrical systems, data acquisition, test equipment, or troubleshooting.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Comfortable working with electrical, electronic, mechanical, and instrumentation equipment.

Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, program, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Support test-cell operations, rigs, rig rooms, and laboratory equipment.
• Install and calibrate transducers, strain gauges, thermocouples, and other instrumentation.
• Create, repair, and modify engine and test-cell wiring harnesses.
• Troubleshoot, repair, wire, and integrate I/O systems within test cells.
• Build and modify test fixtures, servo-hydraulic systems, and other test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic systems, shakers, rigs, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
• Use electrical and instrumentation tools including digital multimeters, soldering irons, function generators, and frequency generators.
• Support PCs, networks, and electronic systems used for instrumentation engineering activities.
• Verify equipment calibration and ensure accurate, reliable test data.
• Create and maintain electronic documentation, test records, and equipment information.
• Evaluate new equipment and support the development and implementation of new technologies.
• Maintain parts and equipment inventories.
• Support engineering projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and equipment upgrades.
• Work with engineers, technicians, suppliers, and internal customers to troubleshoot issues and improve test capabilities.
• Support preventative maintenance, quality procedures, audits, and corrective actions.

Skills

Hands-on instrumentation experience

Read electrical wiring diagrams

Troubleshooting and problem solving

Education

Associate/Bachelor degree in Instrumentation

Job description

We are looking for an Instrumentation Engineering Technician to support test-cell operations, instrumentation, data acquisition systems, and equipment maintenance. This is a hands‑on role focused on installing, calibrating, troubleshooting, repairing, and improving instrumentation and test systems.

You will work closely with engineers, technicians, and other teams to ensure test equipment is operating safely, accurately, and reliably.

Key Responsibilities

• Install, calibrate, program, troubleshoot, repair, and maintain instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
• Support test-cell operations, rigs, rig rooms, and laboratory equipment.
• Install and calibrate transducers, strain gauges, thermocouples, and other instrumentation.
• Create, repair, and modify engine and test-cell wiring harnesses.
• Troubleshoot, repair, wire, and integrate I/O systems within test cells.
• Build and modify test fixtures, servo‑hydraulic systems, and other test equipment.
• Troubleshoot and maintain hydraulic systems, shakers, rigs, and related equipment.
• Read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams and technical documentation.
• Use electrical and instrumentation tools including digital multimeters, soldering irons, function generators, and frequency generators.
• Support PCs, networks, and electronic systems used for instrumentation engineering activities.
• Verify equipment calibration and ensure accurate, reliable test data.
• Create and maintain electronic documentation, test records, and equipment information.
• Evaluate new equipment and support the development and implementation of new technologies.
• Maintain parts and equipment inventories.
• Support engineering projects, continuous improvement initiatives, and equipment upgrades.
• Work with engineers, technicians, suppliers, and internal customers to troubleshoot issues and improve test capabilities.
• Support preventative maintenance, quality procedures, audits, and corrective actions.
• Follow all safety, quality, and company procedures.

Basic Qualifications

REQUIRED:

• 2-year Associate degree or 4-year Bachelor’s degree in Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, or a similar related technical field.
• Hands‑on experience with instrumentation, electrical systems, data acquisition, test equipment, or troubleshooting is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical wiring diagrams.
• Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Comfortable working with electrical, electronic, mechanical, and instrumentation equipment.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to safety and data quality.

Additional Requirements

• Must complete all required training and certifications.
• Must be comfortable working in a hands‑on test-cell/laboratory environment.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with engineers, technicians, and internal customers.