Product Functional Test - Co-Op Positions

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

• Investigates product test system and process problems, understands causal mechanisms, recommends appropriate action, may include activities in problem resolution and documents results with guidance from more experienced team members.  

• Applies and supports the improvement of processes such as test system specification, design and validation and tools such as FMEA, 7-step problem solving, and process hazard analysis required to support the processes and enable high quality decision making.  

• May support more experienced team members with obtaining input and negotiation with lab customers, lab technicians, and component suppliers and delivers test system requirements, processes, and instructions to lab technicians, product functional test engineers and equipment suppliers.  

• May support more experienced team members with decisions in the areas of component selection, calibration processes, and operating processes that impact test equipment accuracy, reliability, and operating cost.  

• May include activities in problem resolution for moderately complex components, products, systems, subsystems, or services.  

• Supervised execution of established work processes and systems, while still developing technology or product knowledge; engages with the improvement of systems and processes.  

• No direct management of people but could involve limited coordination of work amongst engineers and technicians.  

• Contributes effectively toward team goals and develops proficiency in the competency areas critical to success in the role.  

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

• Measurement Science  

• Product Function Test System Design  

• Laboratory Equipment Safety  

• Data Quality  

• Function Based Product Testing  

• Product Problem Solving  

• Project Management  

• Decision Quality  

• Drives Results  

• Collaborates  

• Communicates Effectively 

• Self-Development  

 

Degree Programs Considered: Bachelor’s, Master’s, PhD  

Major Programs Typically Considered: All Engineering Majors  

2025 Monthly Salary Range by Degree Level: 

• Bachelor's - $3,900 - $4,800 

• Master's - $6,000 

• PhD - $7,300 

 

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate of the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate. 

  

Co-Op program criteria:  

 

• Must be a full-time enrolled student pursuing an undergraduate or graduate degree  

• Minimum 2.5 or above GPA preferred  

• Must be able to complete a minimum of 4-months to 6-months or a maximum of a 12-months commitment - Must be able to complete 40 hours per week  

• Willingness to learn from others on the job  

 

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. Cummins 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.  

  

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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, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship,