Powertrain Test Technology Engineer

PowerToFly; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Product Functional Test Technology Specialist for our Cummins location in Columbus, IN. The role focuses on implementing, developing, and troubleshooting measurement and control systems within an engine and hybrid powertrain test facility.

You will work with a diverse team across test cells, PLCs, MATLAB models, and data analysis tools to improve test accuracy and safety. Responsibilities include deep technical work on battery emulators, dynamometer systems, and high

Qualifications

• Demonstrated aptitude in engineering with test systems experience.
• Experience with data acquisition and measurement systems.
• Familiarity with MATLAB for data analysis.
• Ability to document findings with technical reports.
• Knowledge of powertrain testing and dynos is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop deep understanding of battery emulators and their application in hybrid powertrain testing.
• Support and troubleshoot dynamometer systems.
• Understand hybrid test configurations involving engines, generators, and dynos.
• Diagnose and resolve control-related issues such as torque spikes or instability.
• Tune control loops and PID settings to minimize measurement uncertainty.
• Develop, modify, and troubleshoot PLC logic to support safety and operational improvements.
• Measure and characterize THD and model regenerative power flow in MATLAB.
• Document test results and research findings using LaTeX.
• Collaborate with engineers across sites to align on technical direction.

Skills

Electrical engineering

Controls engineering

Data acquisition

Experimentation methods

MATLAB

Signal processing

Uncertainty analysis

Documentation

Education

Associate's degree or certification in STEM

Bachelor's degree may be required for select roles

Export controls / sanctions licensing knowledge

Tools

MATLAB

LaTeX or similar reporting tools

MS Office

Job description

Cummins Inc. is seeking a Product Functional Test Technology Specialist for our Cummins location in Columbus, IN. The role focuses on implementing, developing, and troubleshooting measurement and control systems within an engine and hybrid powertrain test facility.

You will work with a diverse team across test cells, PLCs, MATLAB models, and data analysis tools to improve test accuracy and safety. Responsibilities include deep technical work on battery emulators, dynamometer systems, and high