VPI Product Engineer - Fuel Pump Development Engineering

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for a talented VPI Product Engineer - Fuel Pump Development Engineering to join our team specializing in Engineering for Cummins, Inc. in Columbus, IN.

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

• Investigate Product Problems : Understand causal mechanisms, recommend actions, own problem resolution, and document results with guidance from experienced team members.
• Execute Technical Processes : Work in Product Preceding Technology (PPT), Value Package Introduction (VPI) or Current Product Support (CPS) business processes, using tools like Engineering Standard Work (ESW), iDFMEA, Failure Incident Review Group (FIRG), 7-step problem solving, and design review checklists.
• Stakeholder Collaboration : Obtain input from technical managers, project leaders, engineers, and supplier partners to deliver quality product decisions.
• Decision Making : Apply academic knowledge and experience to make decisions that progress projects without sacrificing quality.
• Problem Resolution : Own problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, systems, or services, with increasing technical complexity and ambiguity as experience grows.
• Independent Execution : Execute established work processes and systems independently while developing technology or product knowledge and improving systems and processes.
• Coordination and Direction : Coordinate and direct work among technicians and/or temporary student employees, with minimal direct management of people.
• Team Collaboration : Contribute effectively to team goals, influence within the work group, and develop proficiency in critical competency areas.

• Product Development Execution, Monitoring and Control - Develop detailed project plans and schedules. Use project management tools to track progress and ensure all activities align with the project requirements. Identify potential risks early and develop mitigation strategies. Maintain clear and consistent communication across different teams.Gain a deep understanding of the product lifecycle and the needs of various stakeholders.
• Product Function Modeling, Simulation and Analysis - Leverage modeling and simulation tools to predict product performance. This can help in making data-driven design decisions.Develop strong skills in interpreting simulation results to understand how they impact the overall product design.
• Product Problem Solving - Use a systematic approach to identify and solve product issues. Protect the customer by ensuring solutions are robust and data driven.Focus on identifying the root causes of problems and implement actions to prevent recurrence.
• System Requirements Engineering - Use appropriate methods to translate stakeholder needs into clear, verifiable requirements. Keep track of requirements throughout the system lifecycle.Maintain strong linkages between requirements and related artifacts.

• 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.

• Creo layouts, DVAs, ALD, Engineering Drawings, DQRs, E/D/L/P Design Reviews, Deviations/EJRs
• Lead/support the development and publication of Build Standard(s)
• Inspection Standards for in-house manufactured components
• Complete Design Engineering activities in accordance with Design Review process and VPI program technical schedules

• iDFMEAs in CTRs and Recommended Actions documented in DVP&Rs
• ESW required tasks documented in DVP&Rs
• DVP&Rs in Windchill RV&S; evidence plans/records for AD&V and EV&V tasks
• Test Hardware tracking in Pump Development Engineering Team OneNote
• Document build info, Test results, and post-test analysis results in PAL Database

• Document failures and abnormal observations from AD&V and EV&V tasks as incidents in McParts or RV&S
• Lead early problem-solving activities to define failure modes
• Initiate/coordinate step3 actions to protect customers
• Lead technical problem-solving activities; support problem solving activities led by other functions
• Follow the 7-step problem solving process and use key tools (i.e. FTA, RCA)
• Document problem solving activities in Windchill RV&S
• Present efficient/effective updates during FIRG meetings and other forums (e.g. Engr Roundtable)

• Review and disposition non-conforming material reports from Source Releases, PPAP activities, etc.
• Expedite acceptance of dimensional non-conformances via Deviations
• Support VPI Builds via active participation in Change Matrix process

• Regular attendance and active participation in Tech Team meetings
• Lead Tech Team Meetings
• Regular 1:1 meetings with Supervisor (minimum 30 minutes every other week)
• Timely completion of assigned training in CLC, TMS activities, and time entry in T3 system
• Regular attendance and active participation in Fuel Pump Development team meetings
• Work at least 40% (experienced employees) or 60% (new employees) of normal work week in the FSP Office
• Participation in Fuel Systems Right Environment activities
• Participation in EEEC activity
• Model Cummins Core Values