Product Engineering Specialist
4 days ago• Rugby, United Kingdom
DESCRIPTION
We are looking for a talented Product Engineering Specialist to join our team, specialising in Engineering for our PSBU department in Daventry, United Kingdom.
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Assess legacy and current system solutions, producing clear recommendations and technical documentation to support engine and generator set technical decisions.
- Translate stakeholder needs into verifiable system requirements and track them throughout the complete product lifecycle.
- Analyse the impact of requirement changes on scope, schedule and resources, ensuring informed decision-making.
- Apply systems thinking to define system boundaries, interfaces and lifecycle considerations to support effective planning and delivery.
- Investigate complex product issues, identify causal mechanisms and contribute to robust problem resolution.
- Own and engage in the resolution of Failure Incident Review Group (FIRG) and Before In Service (BIS) driven product issues through structured problem-solving to enable high-quality engineering outcomes.
- Utilise key technical tools and processes, including Engineering Solutions that Work (ESW), Functional Excellence Practice (FEP), Integrated Design Failure Mode And Effects Analysis (iDFMEA), as well as Dimensional Variation Analysis (DVA).
- Communicate and coordinate with production, component subsystem, quality and manufacturing engineers, as well as suppliers, to gather inputs and requirements to deliver well-founded recommendations.
- Coach and mentor junior engineers, fostering their technical growth and supporting high-quality engineering practices.
RESPONSIBILITIES
To be successful in this role, you will need the following:
- Experience gained through internships, placements, co-op roles or early-career technical positions within engineering or a related discipline.
- Ability to analyse technical problems, apply structured methods and contribute to effective engineering solutions.
- Strong communication skills, including the ability to document technical information clearly for a range of stakeholders.
- Familiarity with MS Office tools and an interest in developing proficiency with engineering processes, tools and methodologies.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education/Experience:
- Degree (or equivalent) in Engineering, Systems Engineering, Computer Science, or another relevant technical discipline.
- Exposure to product development, system requirements or technical project work during studies or early career is advantageous.
- Willingness to participate in rotational on-call support as part of professional development.
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Job Engineering
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site with Flexibility
Job Type Exempt - Experienced
ReqID 2425317
Relocation Package No
100% On-Site No
Client-provided location(s): Rugby, United Kingdom
Job ID: Cummins-R-67D90CB688514B48844267893CE04C19
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-04-22T20:04:10
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