Product Design Technician - Level I - 3rd Shift

We are looking for a talented Product Design Technician to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Cummins Inc. facility in Rocky Mount, NC.

Job Summary:

As part of a formal apprenticeship or regional training program, assists Product Design Technicians to learn and develop the skills necessary to obtain a regionally applicable, Certification as an Experienced Technician (e.g. US Department of Labor).  Independently performs work to help support area needs during work rotations in other applicable teams.

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

•    Ensuring Model and Drawing Quality: By developing your capability to ensure model and drawing quality, you will contribute to the accuracy and reliability of engineering designs, which is crucial for the success of projects.
•    Creating and Maintaining Product Specifications: Learning to utilize Geometric Dimension and Tolerancing (GD&T) will enable you to create precise product specifications, ensuring that products meet design requirements and function correctly.
•    Utilizing CAD Data Management Tools: Your proficiency in using CAD data management tools for configuration control and maintaining security will help safeguard sensitive design information and ensure that design changes are tracked and implemented correctly.
•    Applying Standards: Acquiring knowledge of company, industry, national, and international standards will allow you to ensure that designs comply with relevant regulations and best practices, enhancing the overall quality and safety of products.
•    Processing Engineering Work Requests: By learning to process internal engineering work requests efficiently, you will streamline workflows and support the timely completion of engineering tasks.
•    Engaging with Functional Areas: Engaging with required functional areas as needed will foster collaboration and ensure that all aspects of a project are considered, leading to more comprehensive and effective solutions.
•    Attending Classes and Training Programs: Your commitment to attending classes and training programs and making appropriate progress will build your skills and knowledge, enabling you to contribute more effectively to your team and projects.
•    Continuous Improvement: By continuously developing your capabilities and staying updated with the latest tools and standards, you will drive innovation and improvement within your role, positively impacting the overall performance of your team and organization.

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

Technical Skills and Knowledge
•    Mechanical Design Modeling and Analysis:
1.    CAD Proficiency: Mastering Computer Aided Design (CAD) tools to create models that adhere to Cummins' standards.
2.    Analytical Skills: Understanding and applying Dimensional Variation Analysis and Finite Element Analysis to ensure robust system designs.
•    Mechanical Design of Mechanical Systems:
1.    System Understanding: Acquiring deep knowledge of mechanical systems to create innovative and reliable design concepts.
2.    Lifecycle Design: Designing with consideration for all lifecycle stages and varying customer requirements to ensure durability and performance in different environments.
•    Mechanical Design Specification:
1.    Specification Creation: Developing complete specifications using solid models, engineering bill of materials, and detailed drawings.
2.    Standards Compliance: Ensuring specifications meet national, international, industry, and Cummins' standards for accurate and concise part definitions.
•    Product Configuration and Change Management:
1.    Configuration Management: Establishing and maintaining product baselines, tracking changes, and managing product artifacts from concept to obsolescence.
2.    Change Control: Efficiently releasing, tracking, and communicating changes through work requests to maintain product integrity.
Soft Skills and Personal Attributes
•    Decision Quality:
1.    Effective Decision-Making: Making timely and well-informed decisions that propel the organization forward.
•    Drives Results:
1.    Achievement Orientation: Consistently achieving desired outcomes, even in challenging situations.
•    Instills Trust:
1.    Trustworthiness: Building confidence and trust through honesty, integrity, and authenticity in your interactions.
•    Manages Complexity:
1.    Problem-Solving: Navigating complex and sometimes contradictory information t