Skip to main contentA logo with &quat;the muse&quat; in dark blue text.

Placement Student - Engineering Plant Support Engineer

AT Cummins
Cummins

Placement Student - Engineering Plant Support Engineer

Rugby, United Kingdom

DESCRIPTION

Our culture believes in POWERING YOUR POTENTIAL . We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today's most innovative thinkers to solve the world's toughest problems.

We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce. That's what #LifeAtCummins is all about.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Engineering Plant Support Placement Student to join our team specializing in Engineering Plant Support for our Power Systems Business Segment in Daventry. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential! This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence 1 July 2025.

Want more jobs like this?

Get jobs in Rugby, United Kingdom delivered to your inbox every week.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy.


RESPONSIBILITIES

To be successful in this role you will need the following:

  • We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards a STEM degree.
  • Methodical problem-solving mindset with strong communication and teamwork skills.
  • Proactive and self-motivated with a desire to learn and develop.
  • Experience with CAE tools covering design and simulation is preferred beneficial although not essential.

Working at Cummins

At Cummins, we are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and 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.

QUALIFICATIONS

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • The scope of work covers all manufacturing lines including Blockline, Engine and Genset assembly, Cylinder head, Engine and Genset test.
  • You will be involved in conducting investigation work and working with various subject matter experts to form a quick solution which will enhance your problem solving, adaptability, confidence, and technical knowledge.
  • Although mainly a rapid response team, you will be in charge of long term projects (Engineering Change requests). As part this you will investigate solutions, lead design reviews, analysis work, and see your solutions implemented on the lines.
  • You will also promote a continuous improvement project focused on engine test to reduce the amount of engine issues raised once tested for shipment to customer, as a result of this, you will learn the facilities side of test cells and how parameters effect engine performance.
  • Participate in team meetings to gauge and manage issues, sharing knowledge across the team to support with issues across Cummins sites.
  • Once you have completed your placement with EPS you will leave as a well-rounded engineering placement student with broad technical skills and product knowledge and a large network base.

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category Hybrid

Job Type Student - Cooperative/12 Month Placement

ReqID 2401555

Relocation Package No

Client-provided location(s): Daventry NN11, UK
Job ID: Cummins-R-7C47534F4F2941EEB206B34F7C3F7A4C
Employment Type: Other

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