School-to-Work (STW) – Electronics Systems Validation Engineering

Cummins Inc; Troy (MI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Cummins Inc. is seeking an Electronics Systems Validation Engineering STW student to join the Drivetrain & Braking Systems Advanced Engineering Team in Troy, MI. You will work on validating electronic systems, building test setups, and analyzing data to support product development.

You will gain exposure to industry-standard tools, learn automotive validation platforms, and collaborate with engineers to improve testing efficiency and reliability on real-world programs.

Qualifications

• Enrolled full-time in an accredited US college or university.
• Pursuing Electrical/Systems/Control Engineering or Computer Science.
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 preferred.
• Available for 6–12 month School-to-Work assignment and 40 hours/week.
• Willingness to learn automotive validation tools and testing practices.

Responsibilities

• Support Product Validation by executing test plans and documenting results.
• Build, configure, and maintain electrical test environments for validation.
• Drive data-based decisions by analyzing test results and system performance.
• Improve system reliability through validation procedures and test cases.
• Collaborate with validation, controls, and cross-functional teams.
• Advance testing capabilities using industry-standard validation tools.

Skills

Electrical systems

Testing & troubleshooting

Analytical problem solving

MATLAB/Simulink

Communications

Team collaboration

Education

Electrical Engineering / Systems Engineering / Computer Engineering / Computer Science (Undergrad/Grad)

Tools

MATLAB/Simulink

CANalyzer

CANoe

CANape

dSPACE ControlDesk

Oscilloscope

Multimeter

Job description

We are looking for a talented Engineering School-to-Work (STW) – Electronics Systems Validation Engineeringstudent to join our Cummins Drivetrain & Braking Systems Advanced Engineering Team in Troy.

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

• Support Product Validation: Assist in validating electronic systems and prototypes by executing test plans, collecting data, and documenting results to support product development activities.
• Build and Configure Test Setups: Create, configure, and maintain electrical and electronic hardware test environments used for validation and benchmarking activities.
• Drive Data-Based Decisions : Analyze test results and system performance data to identify trends, support issue resolution, and contribute to engineering recommendations.
• Improve System Reliability : Support the development of comprehensive test cases and validation procedures that help ensure the quality and performance of electronic systems.
• Collaborate Across Engineering Teams: Work closely with validation engineers, controls engineers, and cross-functional teams to support project objectives and deliver technical solutions.
• Advance Testing Capabilities: Gain hands-on experience with industry-standard validation tools, instrumentation, and automotive diagnostic platforms while helping improve testing processes and efficiency.

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

• Electrical Systems Knowledge: Foundational understanding of electrical circuits, electronic components, sensors, actuators, and signal analysis principles.
• Testing & Troubleshooting Skills: Ability to perform hands-on testing using oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, and other diagnostic equipment to identify and resolve issues.
• Analytical Problem Solving: Strong ability to interpret data, analyze system performance, identify root causes, and develop practical solutions.
• Modeling & Simulation Knowledge: Working knowledge of MATLAB and Simulink to support analysis, validation, and system development activities.
• Technical Learning Agility: Willingness and ability to quickly learn new engineering tools, validation methods, and automotive technologies.
• Communication & Teamwork: Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across engineering teams and present technical findings clearly.

Education Requirements

• Currently pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree from an accredited U.S. college or university.
• Preferred majors include:
• Electrical Engineering
• Systems Engineering
• Control Engineering
• Computer Engineering
• Computer Science
• Minimum GPA of 2.5 preferred.

Experience Requirements

• Must be enrolled full-time in a degree program throughout the assignment.
• Ability to commit to a minimum 6-month and up to a 12-month School-to-Work assignment.
• Available to work 40 hours per week.
• Demonstrated coursework, academic projects, or laboratory experience related to electronics, controls, embedded systems, testing, or validation activities.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills through hands-on engineering experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using MATLAB and Simulink.
• Familiarity with automotive communication protocols and electronics systems.
• Exposure to automotive diagnostic and validation tools such as:
• Vector CANalyzer
• CANape
• CANoe
• dSPACE ControlDesk
• Experience working with data acquisition systems and laboratory test equipment.
• Demonstrated leadership through academic projects, student organizations, internships, or extracurricular activities.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Currently residing within the continental United States.
• Ability to work onsite in Troy, Michigan, with flexibility as required.

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Student - School To Work

ReqID 2439243

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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