Mechanical Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 3rd Shift

DESCRIPTION Job Summary Conducts performance and reliability testing on engines, components, systems, and controls. Key Responsibilities Identify and troubleshoot problems related to components, systems, controls, and test cell and initiate appropriate resolutions. Configure and operate data acquisition systems; analyze and review data for appropriateness; write computer programs to assist in analysis and data interpretation; configure engine test programs; interpret results; make necessary adjustments; document, define data collected; and maintain electronic files. Perform rig, engine and component builds, tear down, and inspections. Grade and measure components. Create sketches for machining and fabricate necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings. Install engines and instrumentation of engines and components in test cells and test rigs. Use common tools such as Calterm, Asset, Cyflex, etc. Design, document, and execute test plans; provide input during the creation of test plans; prepare test reports to include findings, conclusions, and recommendations. Understand and apply appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work. Work with and train apprentices and technicians. Interface with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions. Coordinate programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking. Participate in the maintenance of quality procedures. Lead and participate in improvement projects. Develop and give presentations to customers and suppliers. Know and comply with all safety policies and procedures. Demonstrate confidentiality as required. Participate in self- and team‑audits and associated corrective action. Perform other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done. RESPONSIBILITIES Disassembles and rebuilds production and experimental engines and components, measures and records measurements. Configures and operates data acquisition systems; analyzes and reviews data for appropriateness. Installs engines and components in test cells or test rigs. Fabricates necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings. Diagnoses engine and test cell problems. Executes written work requests and reports on results in a specified format. Supports technicians and engineers as required. Understands and applies appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work. Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions. Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures. Participates in improvement projects. Maintains cleanliness within the workplace. Knows and complies with departmental safety policies and procedures. Demonstrates confidentiality as required. Participates in self- and team‑audits and associated corrective action. Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done. Competencies Health and Safety Fundamentals – Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury‑free workplace. Action oriented – Taking on new opportunities and tough challenges with a sense of urgency, high energy, and enthusiasm. Communicates effectively – Developing and delivering multi‑mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences. Manages complexity – Making sense of complex, high‑quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems. Decision quality – Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward. Drives results – Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances. Data Acquisition – Prepares samples, verifies equipment calibration and performs tests according to an approved standard procedure or work instruction in a manner which ensures, and results in, data that can be trusted and delivered to the engineer or customer. Data Reporting – Prepares documentation in a manner which clearly organizes and presents testing methods, instrument settings, the data and analysis to allow the engineer and customer to understand the results and form accurate conclusions and recommendations. Product Function Test System Design – Interprets test equipment specifications from test standards or lab customer requirements; selects and integrates appropriate equipment, instrumentation and software to control boundary conditions and collect measurement data; assesses capability of the lab equipment against the requirements and support infrastructure. Test Setup and Configuration – Interprets test plan to determine optimal location and orientation within a test space in accordance with local safety and environmental requirements and fabricates required system with appropriate materials. Test Article Build – Assembles test articles according to test requirements, including all necessary installation or accommodations for instrumentation, in a manner that allows the test articles to successfully undergo product functional test. Preventative and Predictive Maintenance – Interprets machine and tool maintenance records and data to develop and execute preventative and predictive management strategies to drive continuous improvement within the manufacturing process. Data Quality – Identifies, understands and corrects flaws in data that supports effective information governance across operational business processes and decision making. Problem Solving – Solves problems and may mentor others on effective problem solving by using a systematic analysis process by leveraging industry standard methodologies to create problem traceability and protect the customer; determines the assignable cause; implements robust, data‑based solutions; identifies the systemic root causes and ensures actions to prevent problem reoccurrence are implemented. Values differences – Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization. Education, Licenses, Certifications High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education or equivalent experience in an appropriate STEM field is required. High school diploma, GED or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification OR Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience OR Bachelors degree in a related field. Must pass all related testing. Experience Department of Labor Certification OR four year experience/education requirement accomplished through either Bachelors degree in related field OR associates degree in related field and at least two years of relevant experience. QUALIFICATIONS Disassembles and rebuilds production and experimental engines and components, measures and records measurements. Configures and operates data acquisition systems; analyzes and reviews data for appropriateness. Installs engines and components in test cells or test rigs. Fabricates necessary piping, tubing, and brackets from prints and drawings. Diagnoses engine and test cell problems. Executes written work requests and reports on results in a specified format. Supports technicians and engineers as required. Understands and applies appropriate Company and department rules and guidelines to work. Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions. Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures. Participates in improvement projects. Maintains cleanliness within the workplace. Knows and complies with departmental safety policies and procedures. Demonstrates confidentiality as required. Participates in self- and team‑audits and associated corrective action. Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done. Job Engineering Organization Cummins Inc. Role Category On-site with Flexibility Job Type Office ReqID 2423714 Relocation Package Yes 100% On-Site Yes Due to the operational nature and specific job duties of this role, work is required to be completed 100% in person/On-site. 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 EEOC.gov to know your rights on workplace discrimination. #J-18808-Ljbffr