Product Systems Design Engineer

Although the role category specified in the GPP is Hybrid, the requirement is for Onsite.

Key Responsibilities:

Investigate Value Package Introduction (VPI) program or field-based issues, identify causal mechanisms, recommend solutions, and document results under the guidance of senior team members.

Support the execution of design processes, including Critical Design Decisions, System Design and Validation Considerations, Design Reviews, and tools like iDFMEA, DVA, GD&T, CREO, and ANSYS Workbench.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop design concepts and ensure they meet corporate and customer requirements.

Participate in design decision-making, concept optimization, and specification creation, considering customer needs and lifecycle requirements.

Own problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, and systems, while gradually taking on more responsibility as experience is gained.

Coordinate and direct work among technicians or student employees to assist in product development.

Contribute to team goals and improve work processes and systems to enhance design quality.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Qualifications & Competencies:

Education:

Bachelor's degree in an appropriate STEM field (Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or related disciplines). Equivalent work experience will be considered.

Licensing:

May require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

3-5 years of relevant work experience, including internships or co-op programs in mechanical design or related technical disciplines.

Preferred Tools:

Knowledge of MS Office, CREO, ANSYS Workbench, and CAD design tools.

Competencies:

Cross-Functional Design Integration:

Ability to translate stakeholder requirements into virtual designs and communicate design capabilities through cross-functional reviews.

Mechanical Design Modeling and Analysis:

Experience in creating CAD models and conducting system-level analyses (e.g., Dimensional Variation Analysis, Finite Element Analysis).

Mechanical System Design:

In-depth understanding of mechanical systems to create innovative and robust design concepts meeting lifecycle requirements.

Product Problem Solving:

Proficient in identifying and resolving product issues using data-driven solutions, ensuring product reliability and performance.

Collaborative Communication:

Ability to build partnerships across teams and effectively communicate with diverse audiences.

Decision Quality:

Skilled at making timely, data-backed decisions that keep projects on track.

Product Configuration and Change Management:

Experience with configuration management, tracking product changes, and maintaining system integrity throughout the lifecycle.

Systems Thinking:

Expertise in defining system requirements, analyzing interactions, and applying systems models to improve design outcomes.

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills:

Design & Analysis Tools:

Proficiency with CREO, ANSYS Workbench, and other mechanical design tools.

Problem-Solving:

Strong analytical skills to troubleshoot and resolve complex product issues.

Communication:

Effective written and verbal communication to interact with stakeholders, technical experts, and team members.

Project Management:

Ability to plan, coordinate, and execute tasks while ensuring that product specifications and timelines are met.

Experience Needed:

3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally in a technical role related to mechanical design or product development.

Hands-on experience in automotive or drivetrain product design, including knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and DFMEA.

Experience in working with cross-functional teams to drive design solutions and solve complex engineering problems.

Exposure to the full product lifecycle, from initial design to post-launch field reliability and support.

Key Areas of Focus:

Product Life Cycle Management:

Engage in all phases of the product life cycle, from design to manufacturing and post-launch support.

Customer & Manufacturing Support:

Provide engineering support for customer applications and manufacturing processes to ensure product performance and reliability.

Design for Excellence:

Apply engineering best practices to create designs that meet quality standards, cost constraints, and performance objectives.

Job

Engineering

Organization

Cummins Inc.

Role Category: Hybrid

Job Type: Exempt - Experienced

ReqID: 2405977

Relocation Package

No