High Horsepower Field Service Engineer
4 days ago• Newcastle, Australia
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Gathers input from technical managers, project leaders, engineers, and suppliers to inform quality-focused product decisions.
- Uses academic knowledge and prior experience to make timely decisions that keep projects moving without compromising quality.
- Makes day-to-day decisions on project details, analysis plans, test instructions, and cross-discipline coordination.
- Applies and improves processes such as ESW, iDFMEA, FIRG, and tools like 7-step problem solving and design review checklists.
- Independently leads smaller-impact projects or owns complex components/systems with higher ambiguity and full accountability.
- Drives development and improvement of work processes within a functional discipline
- Directs work of technicians and student employees; supports knowledge transfer to less-experienced engineers.
- Functions as a recognized specialist in a specific discipline or product area within the immediate team.
- Identify and mitigate product risks and failure modes while managing system requirements, interfaces, and changes to ensure reliability and performance.
- Use modelling, simulation, testing, and analysis to support design decisions, verification and validation, and assessment of system capability.
- Apply systems thinking and structured problem solving to resolve complex technical issues and improve system outcomes.
- Communicate and collaborate effectively with stakeholders, building strong networks to support delivery and decision-making.
- Deliver reliable outcomes in complex and ambiguous environments through sound technical judgement and prioritisation.
- Support integration and understanding of multi-domain control systems across mechanical, hydraulic, chemical, and electronic domains.
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To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- A Bachelor's degree in Engineering or relevant trade qualification- Heavy Diesel or equivalent
- Previous relevant industry experience (desirable)
- Experience with engines or field service work (desirable)
- Solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office applications
Compensation and Benefits
- Competitive hourly rate paid as a permanent salary
- Safety equipment / PPE & uniforms provided
- Comprehensive Cummins training provided
- Annual remuneration review and annual variable compensation (bonus) program
- Cummins Employee Discount program - Includes Discounts with select private health insurance, PC software/hardware and a range of vehicles
At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, gender, colour, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity and/or expression, or other status protected by law.
Job Engineering
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
ReqID 2429094
Relocation Package No
100% On-Site No
Client-provided location(s): Newcastle, Australia
Job ID: Cummins-R-99D9A6DA5E86421EA6843D5F9D6D3E07
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-06-20T19:37:34
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Reimbursement Account
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Remote Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Casual Dress
Vacation and Time Off
- Leave of Absence
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- Stock Purchase Program
- Pension
- 401(K) With Company Matching
Professional Development
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Lunch and Learns
- Tuition Reimbursement
Diversity and Inclusion