Cummins Inc. · 1 day ago
Mechanical Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 4x10 AM Shift
Columbus, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expCummins Inc. is a leading company in the engineering sector, and they are seeking a Mechanical Engineering Technician to lead projects and perform analyses using advanced Materials Engineering tools. The role involves preparing samples, operating analytical instruments, documenting results, and mentoring apprentices while ensuring compliance with safety and quality procedures.
Automotive
Responsibilities
Performs testing in accordance with established test procedures and methodology
Consistently provides accurate and reliable test results
Has an in-depth understanding of the function on of the test equipment used to perform test and the contribution of the test equipment to the validity of the test results
Configures and operates data acquisition systems; analyzes and reviews data for appropriateness
Has an in-depth understanding of the functioning of the product under test to assess the contribution of the product to the validity of the test results
Performs test stand installation, troubleshooting and setups and the upkeep and maintenance of laboratory equipment
Provides support/recommendations to engineering for equipment supplier evaluation and qualification, equipment and facility updates and instrument specification
Performs other duties as required
Operates analytical equipment and performs physical analysis in support of production and non-production engineering groups; equipment may include any of the following: gas chromatograph, ion chromatograph, inductively coupled plasma spectrometer, thermal gravimetric analyzer, differential scanning calorimeter, mass spectrometer, x-ray spectrometer, ultra sound analyzers, optical imaging equipment, tensile/compression testers, hardness testers, gas flow reactors, spark emission spectrometer, viscometer, rheometer, eddy current flow tester, dye penetrant flow tester, magnetic particle flaw tester, Fourier Transform Infrared spectrometer and metallographic equipment
Prepares samples and specimens for testing using standard laboratory techniques
Acquires and interprets data and documents results; provides written results in technical report format when appropriate
Documents laboratory methods
Performs routine calibration maintenance troubleshooting and minor repair of instrumentation and equipment
Coordinates the collection, transportation, and documentation of chemical waste disposal
Understands and applies appropriate company and department rules and guidelines to work
Works with and trains apprentices and technicians
Interfaces With Customers, Suppliers, Engineers, And Other Functions
Coordinates programs including planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking
Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures
Leads and participate in improvement projects
Develops and gives presentations to customers and suppliers
Knows and complies with all 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
Qualification
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
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
Driving vehicles for testing cycles within a high level of accuracy on the chassis dyno
Maintain a log book and billable hours sheet
Will need to learn AVL chassis dyno testing software
Will work with Calterm, PIBS, and scan tool software
Will be required to review testing data for accuracy
Will need to fuel vehicles and change parts as needed for testing
This position will be required to help support the other chassis dynos at OLY when needed
Much of the work is time critical and a quick working pace is required to fulfill the testing needs
Benefits
Relocation Package
Company
Cummins Inc.
At Cummins, we empower everyone to grow their careers through meaningful work, building inclusive and equitable teams.
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