This product focused position applies knowledge of engineering principles and design practices to create optimized design concepts and mechanical design specifications considering application, cost, weight, performance, reliability, durability, manufacturing, assembly, and serviceability. This role effectively communicates the capability of a design concept to meet cross-functional requirements including assessment of alternative and competitive design concepts and works effectively across cross-functional disciplines to develop corporate and customer requirements including those required to resolve product issues.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Investigates material and material processing problems, understands causal mechanisms, recommends appropriate action, actively contributes to problem resolution and documents results with guidance from more experienced team members.
- Applies and supports the improvement of processes such as material and material processing validation, quality auditing, design validation and 7-step problem solving and utilizes the tools and techniques for material characterization, material testing, non-destructive testing, mechanical and physical properties measurement, simulation and statistical data analysis which are required to enable higher quality decision making.
- May support more experienced team members to obtain input and negotiate with Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering functions and delivers testing/analysis results and consultancy to these functions to enable internal and external customer success.
- May support more experienced team members that make decisions in the areas of material and material processing selection and optimization, qualification, and inspection that impact product quality, reliability, durability, and capability.
- Applies and improves material specifications/standards in alignment with requirements, capability, and quality needs.
- May include activities in problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, systems, subsystems, or services.
- Supervised execution of established work processes and systems, while still developing technology or product knowledge; engages with the improvement of systems and processes.
- No direct management of people but could involve limited coordination of work amongst engineers and technicians.
- Contributes effectively toward team goals and develops proficiency in the competency areas critical to success in the role.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- Cross-Functional Design Integration
- Mechanical Design of Mechanical Systems
- Mechanical Design Specifications
- Mechanical Design Modeling and Analysis
- Product Problem Solving
- System Requirements Engineering
- Product Platform Planning and Architecting
- Drives Results
- Collaborates
- Communicates Effectively
- Self-Development
Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD
Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors
2027 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level:
- Bachelor's - $4,100 - $5,000
- Master's - $6,000
- PhD - $7,300
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.
Internship program criteria:
- Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college/university
- Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
- Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment
- Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
- Willingness to learn from others on the job
- Must be currently residing within the continental U.S.
Cummins and E-verify
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law. Cummins validates right to work using E-Verify. Cummins will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.
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U.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements:
Summer Intern: Students must be enrolled full-time at an accredited U.S. college or university, actively pursuing a degree (Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD, MBA, or JD), with a minimum GPA of 2.5. Candidates must currently reside within the continental United States. Students are expected to work 40 hours per week for a minimum of 10 weeks and a maximum of 12 weeks.
International Student Eligibility (U.S. based roles): F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are responsible for securing this approval through their school’s international office.
Commitment: Students must be able to manage their academic responsibilities without compromising their job performance.
Skills Required
- Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree at an accredited U.S. college or university.
- Must be pursuing a Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree; engineering majors are typically considered.
- Must be able to work 40 hours per week.
- Must complete a 4- to 6-month commitment, or up to a 12-month commitment.
- Must currently reside within the continental United States.
- Minimum GPA of 2.5.
- Must be willing to learn from others on the job.
- Must manage academic responsibilities without compromising job performance.
- F-1 students must obtain approved CPT or OPT authorization before beginning the assignment.
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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