Product Engineering Specialist

• Knowledge of Base Engine Components : Understanding of engine components and the engine as a system is required
• Creo Skill Set : Proficiency in Creo is a must
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Obtain input from stakeholders such as technical managers, project leaders, other product and manufacturing engineers, and supplier partners to deliver information and recommendations that lead to quality product decisions
• Decision Making : Apply academic knowledge and existing experience to take action and make decisions that progress projects forward without sacrificing project quality expectations
• Process Improvement : Apply and improve processes such as Engineering Standard Work (ESW), iDFMEA, Failure Incident Review Group (FIRG), and tools such as 7-step problem solving, design review checklist, and other specialized tools
• Project Leadership : Provide independent leadership of smaller business impact projects or ownership of complex components, products, systems, or services with greater elements of ambiguity
• Work Process Development : Lead the development and improvement of work processes and systems across a functional discipline area within a business unit site
• Team Coordination : Coordinate and direct work amongst technicians and temporary student employees, and assist in the transfer of knowledge to lesser experienced engineers
• Technical Direction : Provide support and guidance to influence technical direction within a project team and continue to develop proficiency in critical competency areas
• Specialist Role : Operate as a recognized specialist in a discipline or product area within the immediate team

Responsibilities

• Product Development Execution, Monitoring, and Control : Plan, schedule, coordinate, and execute activities involved in developing a product to meet project resource and quality expectations
• Product Failure Mode Avoidance : Mitigate potential product failure modes to improve the reliability of Cumminsproducts
• Product Function Modeling, Simulation, and Analysis : Impact product design decisions through computational tools and methods
• Product Interface Management and Integration : Identify and analyze interfaces and interactions across system boundaries to ensure product requirements are met
• Product Problem Solving : Solve product problems using a process that protects the customer and implements robust, data-based solutions
• Product Verification and Validation Management : Develop product systems validation plans to identify failure modes and manage product risk
• System Requirements Engineering : Translate stakeholder needs into verifiable requirements and track the status of requirements throughout the system lifecycle
• Technical Documentation : Document information based on knowledge gained from technical function activities and communicate to stakeholders
• Communication : Develop and deliver multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences
• Resourcefulness : Secure and deploy resources effectively and efficiently
• Values Differences : Recognize the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization
• Design and Application of Open/Closed Loop Controls : Specify software features that interact with mechanical, hydraulic, chemical, and electronic systems
• Product Configuration and Change Management : Establish a baseline of identified product artifacts and maintain the integrity of the product artifact baselines
• Mechanical Design of Mechanical Systems : Acquire and apply an in-depth understanding of mechanical systems to create innovative and sound design concepts
• Leadership : Demonstrated ability to lead projects and coordinate work among team members
• Problem-Solving : Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to make data-driven decisions
• Communication : Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Collaboration : Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
• Qualifications, Skills, And Experience
• Educational Background : A Bachelors degree in engineering or an appropriate STEM field is required
• A masters degree relevant to this discipline area may be required for select roles
• Office tools is preferred

Qualifications

• Experience : 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
• Technical Skills : Proficiency in Creo and other relevant engineering tools and processes
• Knowledge of MS