Product Engineering Specialist

Cummins Inc.; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 88,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking an experienced engineer to partner with cross-functional teams and suppliers to drive data-driven product decisions across aftertreatment platforms.

You will apply rigorous engineering practices, manage system requirements, and expand knowledge while delivering high-quality solutions. This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, technical guidance, and continuous process improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or STEM field required; Master’s may be required for select roles.
• Experience as a senior/lead engineer with proven technical problem solving.
• Proficiency with MS Office tools is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Partner with managers, engineers, and suppliers to provide data-driven recommendations.
• Drive projects by applying engineering expertise balancing speed, quality, risk, and business goals.
• Lead small projects or complex components with full accountability to teams.
• Execute established engineering processes and develop emerging technologies.

Skills

FMEA

DVP&R

FTA

3D CAD

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Senior/Lead Engineer experience

Tools

VPCR

Clarity system

Oracle system

GD&T

Job description

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Partner with technical managers, project leaders, manufacturing engineers, and supplier partners to provide data-driven recommendations that support high-quality product and engineering decisions.
• Drive projects forward by applying engineering expertise to make sound day-to-day decisions, balancing speed, quality, risk, and business objectives.
• Strengthen product reliability and performance by utilizing engineering processes and tools such as ESW, iDFMEA, FIRG, design reviews, and 7-step problem solving.
• Lead smaller business-critical projects or take ownership of complex components, systems, and products, delivering results with full accountability to project teams.
• Execute established engineering processes independently while expanding technical knowledge and contributing to the development of emerging technologies and solutions.
• Identify opportunities to improve engineering work processes, systems, and best practices, enhancing efficiency, consistency, and decision-making across the organization.
• Coordinate and direct the work of technicians, interns, and less experienced engineers while supporting knowledge transfer and team capability development.
• Serve as a recognized technical specialist within your discipline, influencing project direction, providing expert guidance, and helping teams achieve successful engineering outcomes.

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

• Develop strong expertise in product development execution by effectively planning, coordinating, and delivering projects that meet performance, quality, timing, and stakeholder expectations throughout the product lifecycle.
• Apply rigorous engineering practices, including failure mode avoidance, verification and validation, system requirements management, and structured problem-solving, to ensure reliable and customer-focused product solutions.
• Leverage technical knowledge in controls, mechanical systems, design specifications, product integration, and simulation tools to make informed design decisions and optimize product performance.
• Build strong cross-functional relationships, communicate effectively, make high-quality decisions, and navigate complex challenges with resourcefulness to consistently drive results and influence successful project outcomes.

Education/Experience

• College, university, or equivalent Bachelor's degree in Engineering or appropriate STEM field is required. Post-graduate (Master's) degree relevant to this discipline area may be required for select roles.
• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.
• Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making. Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred.

Additional Details

• Individual will be primarily responsible for supporting Current Product Cost Reduction projects across multiple aftertreatment platforms. Could be working with VPI teams
• Experience with Failure Mode Effect Analysis (FMEA), Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R), and Fault Tree Analysis (FTA) required
• Experience working with aftertreatment manufacturing and assessment of cost impact on pc price, tooling and manufacturing cycle time.
• Proficiency reading part and assembly drawings and GD&T and familiarity with using 3D CAD for reviewing designs
• Familiar with VPCR, Clarity system and using Oracle system to extract part cost and usage information
• Advanced knowledge of aftertreatment product portfolio and variations required
• Creating and presenting technical proposals and business cases to internal and cross-BU teams
• Collaborating with internal and external teams for technical problem solving
• Yellow Belt certification required. Green Belt trained required
• Will require working closely with the local Testing facilities and procuring parts required for testing
• Strong technical communication/presentation skills and creativity
• Position is located in Columbus, IN. and will require to be in office per CES guidelines; which currently is 3+ days per week but will follow guidelines if changes occur.

Compensation

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.

Min Salary $88000

Max Salary $132000

Job

Job Engineering

Organization

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Relocation Package

Relocation Package Yes

100% On-Site

100% On-Site No

ReqID

ReqID 2432902

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