VPI Product Engineer - Fuel Pump Development Engineering

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.

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

• 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. 

Education/Experience: 

• 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.

Additional Responsibilities:

CC01 Senior VPI Product Engineer position in Fuel Pump Development Engineering…which is part of Fuel Systems Engineering in the Cummins Components & Software Business. 

Fuel Pump Development Engineering provides Product Design and Product Validation Engineering leadership/support for Cummins Fuel Systems VPI and PPT programs.  Our mission is to design and develop new fuel pump components and assemblies that meet or exceed customer expectations; completing Design, Development, and Release tasks on time and at the lowest possible cost.

Specific responsibilities for this position are summarized below.

Lead VPI Product Design Engineering acti