Your role
The position will be part of the Cummins Graduate Program, which will be either technical role-based or a 2-year rotational role in engineering, where the employee will transition between teams within the engineering department. The Cummins Engineering team covers everything from diesel engines and generators to exciting new technology that includes fuel cells, batteries, electrolysers, and hydrogen combustion.
This role involves applying basic knowledge of engineering theories and practices in the areas of specification, design, development, evaluation, release, validation, and maintenance of new and current products/subsystems all throughout the product life cycle. You will be a part of the change to find solutions for customers while they continue to move forward to Destination Zero, the zero-emissions future where they continue to provide the power the world needs.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
* Problem investigation and resolution.
* Use engineering design principles and processes to execute technical projects.
* Work through business processes for product introduction or use discipline-specific specialized tools to support and enable high-quality decision-making.
* Obtain business inputs to deliver information and recommendations that lead to successful project decisions.
* Make decisions that progress projects forward without sacrificing project quality expectations through the application of academic knowledge and experience.
* Own problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, systems, subsystems, or services.
* Develop product and technology knowledge, and engage in the improvement of systems and processes, whilst executing solutions.
* Contribute effectively toward team goals and exhibit influence within a work group.
* Continue to develop proficiency in the competency areas critical to success in the role.
About you
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
* Relevant Undergraduate Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Aerospace, Mechanical design, and Material) completed in the 2 years preceding the start date for the Graduate role (Feb 2025).
* Excellent communication, with meticulous attention to detail.
* Excellent organisational and project management skills.
* Troubleshooting and strong problem-solving abilities.
* Enthusiasm, motivation and consistently driving for and achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
* The dedication to actively seek new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
Other highly regarded areas of success:
* Understanding and awareness of Engineering problem-solving tools and processes (FTA, FMEA, 8D's, 7Steps, SixSigma, 5Why's).
* The ability to interpret Technical Drawings (GD&T) AutoCAD, CREO, Inventor etc.
* Experience or exposure in project/product implementation.
Benefits
As part of the Graduate Program, you will receive benefits including:
* Generous base salary
* Flexible work arrangements available
* Comprehensive Cummins training provided
* Income Protection continuance insurance
* Discounts with select private health insurance, PC software/hardware and a range of vehicles
* Annual remuneration review
* Participation in an annual variable compensation (bonus) program
* Onsite parking at all locations
* Employee Assistance Program available to employees
* Paid Parental leave (Conditions apply)
Training, development & rotations
With a desire to learn, they will invest in your professional development through training in all areas required for a successful technical career and your personal development.
What the graduate program offers:
* A mentor throughout your graduate program, as well as the opportunity to gain exposure with all segments and teams for a diverse and rewarding experience.
* If rotational based role, rotations will be through all Engineering segments including Accelera their zero-emissions technology business.
* Incredible exposure to a variety of work and a wide breadth of experiences and skills.
* Exposure to all engineering principles, processes, practises and how to implement concepts or ideas into real-world solutions.
* Opportunities to diversify across the business and cross-functional teams; both locally and globally.
* Ongoing learning and development.
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Career progression
Cummins offers a dynamic career progression path, beginning with personalized development plans and diverse experiences to expand your skills. Through development programs, formal training, and mentoring from leaders, you are supported in becoming a key contributor and future leader. As your skills grow, you'll have opportunities to explore roles across business units, take on special assignments, and pursue leadership positions globally.
Sources
The following sources were used in researching this page:
* cummins.com/careers/paths
* cummins.com/careers/working-at-cummins