We are looking for a talented Marine Application Engineer to join our team specializing in Marine Engineering for Cummins, Inc. in New Orleans, LA.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Investigate and resolve integration and installation issues, owning problem resolution and documenting outcomes.
- Apply and continuously improve installation and integration processes (e.g., IQA, OEM integration, product selection).
- Use engineering tools and systems (Advisor, COLS, GCE) to support accurate, high‑quality technical decisions.
- Collaborate and negotiate with SMEs and VPI teams to deliver product data and installation requirements.
- Make product selection, design, and integration decisions affecting OEM performance, quality, and optimization.
- Serve as the primary technical liaison for customers, managing specifications, changes, and issue resolution.
- Translate customer needs and voice of the customer into functional product and system requirements.
- Ensure correct product application and installation by validating prototypes and installation quality.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Machine Operation and Support - Proactively monitor system performance to identify and resolve issues before they impact the customer. Quickly diagnose failures and performance concerns, minimizing downtime and operating costs. Adapt solutions as customer needs and technologies evolve to maintain reliability and satisfaction.
- Product Application Support - Develop and maintain clear, accurate technical documentation that supports customers and internal teams. Apply deep cross-system knowledge to create innovative installation tools and integration solutions. Enable sales and customers with technically sound options that meet application and market needs.
- Product Selection - Guide customers to best‑fit product solutions tailored to their specific applications. Translate technical features into clear customer benefits that drive confident decision‑making. Prevent misapplication by leveraging Cummins’ technical systems, specifications, and local requirements.
- Technical Customer Management - Serve as the trusted technical interface between Cummins and the customer. Provide engineering support, documentation, and training to ensure successful design and integration. Manage product changes through clear communication with Product Development and customers, protecting business. continuity.
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.
- Entry level/Early career professional. Preferred candidates would have relevant experience working in either a temporary student employment environment (intern, co-op, or other extracurricular team activities) or as an early career professional in a relevant technical discipline area. Knowledge of MS Office tools is also preferred.
Additional Responsibilities:
Successful candidate will support the CSSNA Southern Sales Team and Inland Waterways Region of the United States. Marine knowledge beneficial. Candidate must be local to the region for frequent customer visits for day and overnight trips: 20-40% travel. Strong organization, excellent teamwork, good written and oral communication are needed to be effective in the role. Electrical and controls capability desired. The Marine market requires a team player who is flexible and adaptable to a variety of technical support needs and priorities. International relocation is not offered.
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.
About UsCummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or appropriate STEM field
- Post-graduate degree may be required for select roles
- Licensing for compliance with export controls may be required
- Entry level/Early career professional
- Experience in a technical discipline, temporary student employment or early career
- Knowledge of MS Office tools
Cummins Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Cummins and has not been reviewed or approved by Cummins.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with company contribution/match and both defined contribution and defined benefit pension plans are offered, alongside profit sharing and an employee stock purchase plan. This mix supports long-term savings and financial security.
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Healthcare Strength — Multiple medical plan options (HSA, HSA Plus, PPO) with dental, vision, life and long-term disability coverage are provided, along with telehealth, mental-health support, and wellness tools. In-network protections and HSA/HSA Plus structures are described to help manage costs.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid maternity and paternity leave, family medical leave, and adoption assistance are offered. Reduced or flexible hours and unpaid extended leave options further support caregiving needs.
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