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Electronic Controls Hardware Engineer - Entry Level Full-Time Positions

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Cummins

Electronic Controls Hardware Engineer - Entry Level Full-Time Positions

Columbus, IN

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented Electronic Control Hardware Engineers to join our team specializing in Electronic Systems for our Corporate Business at one of our Cummins Inc. locations, or if applicable, your remote home office, within the United States.

In this early career role as an Electronic Controls Hardware Engineer, you will create and integrate electrical and electronic hardware that is essential to Cummins products. You will typically develop and validate electronic sensors, actuators, control units, harnesses, wiring practices, or control systems and associated analog and digital signals to ensure the consistent operation of Cummins' products in a variety of customer applications.

As an Electronic Controls Hardware Engineer, you will:

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  • Investigate electronic hardware problems, understand causal mechanisms, and recommend appropriate action.
  • Own problem resolution and document results with guidance from more experienced team members.
  • Apply and support the improvement of electronic hardware development processes and tools such as basic problem-solving techniques, familiarity with hardware development processes, and requirements analysis.
  • Apply knowledge of design methods such as worst-case analysis, circuit simulation, design & process failure mode analysis tools, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), schematic capture, Specification Compliance Matrix (or equivalent).
  • Obtain input from, collaborate with electronic suppliers, and deliver prototype hardware to application engineering teams.
  • Be part of the decision-making process in the areas of hardware requirements, validation test that impact unit cost, functionality, and prototype delivery.
  • Be part of the problem resolution for components, products, systems, subsystems, or services with a low degree of technical complexity and ambiguity.

You will make an impact by:

  • Using electronic hardware and interconnections to measure and control systems
  • Using your knowledge of electrified systems to ensure a system design meets Cummins and customer expectations
  • Mitigating potential product failure modes to improve the reliability of the product
  • Verifying product performance against the product system requirements
  • Translating stakeholder needs into verifiable requirements to which designs are developed
  • Influencing product design decisions using computational tools and methods to predict the capability of a products function relative to its system sub system and or component level requirements

RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need:

  • A College, University or equivalent Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or appropriate STEM field.
  • A postgraduate PhD degree may be required for select Electronic Controls Hardware Engineer roles.
  • Good communication skills along with strengths in logic, planning and timely decision making.
  • Experience using Microsoft Office tools or equivalents, especially Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

QUALIFICATIONS

Degree Programs Considered : Bachelor's, Master's, PhD

Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors

2024 Salary Ranges by Degree Level:

  • Bachelor's - $76,500 - $93,500
  • Master's - $89,800 - $109,800
  • PhD - $100,300 - $122,500

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.

Cummins Full Time Requirements:

  • College, University, or equivalent technical experience required
  • Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred
  • Must be able to complete 40 hours per week
  • 2 years in a position/internship relating to your field of study preferred

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary rate. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage, and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.

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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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Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Exempt - Entry Level

Min Salary $64800

Max Salary $97200

ReqID 2404653

Relocation Package Yes

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 the right to work using E-Verify and 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. Visit http://EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination.

Client-provided location(s): Columbus, IN, USA
Job ID: Cummins-R-CD95477E1588478F859428DE36C86513
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Pension
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement