Test Systems & Simulation Technical Specialist

Test Systems & Simulation Technical Specialist

Description

We are looking for a talented Test Systems & Simulation Technical Specialist to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Components Business Segment in Minneapolis, Minnesota.

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

• This applied technology position creates electronic hardware that is integral to Cummins' products. People in these positions will typically develop and validate electronic sensors, actuators, control units or harnesses to ensure the consistent operation of Cummins' products in a variety of customer applications .
• Investigates electronic hardware problems, understands causal mechanisms, recommends appropriate action, owns problem resolution and documents results.
• Applies and improves electronic hardware development processes and tools. Processes include basic problem solving techniques (5 phase, 7 step, 8D or similar), design for EMC robustness, design for manufacturing, familiarity with embedded electronic hardware development process, requirements analysis. Tools include worst case analysis, circuit simulation (Saber, Cadence PSpice, or equivalent), DFMEA/PFMEA, Fault Tree Analysis (FTA), schematic capture, PCB layout (Mentor Graphics, Zuken, or equivalent), Specification Compliance Matrix (or equivalent).
• Obtains input and negotiates with electronic suppliers and software development teams and delivers prototype hardware to application engineering teams.
• Makes decisions in the areas of hardware requirements, design, validation and test that impact unit cost, functionality, and prototype delivery.
• Responsible for review of less-experienced developers/testers' work to ensure robust, reusable, and efficient design
• Provides independent leadership of smaller business impact projects or ownership of complex components, products, systems or services with greater elements of ambiguity over the senior or lead engineer level and with full accountability to the project team.
• Delivers independent execution of established and emerging work processes and systems, while still developing technology or product knowledge.
• Leads the development and improvement of work processes and systems across a functional discipline area within a business unit site.
• Coordinates and directs work amongst technicians and temporary student employees, assists in the transfer of knowledge to lesser experienced engineers through either indirect (scope of influence) or direct management of a small, local group of engineers.
• Provides support and guidance to influence technical direction within a project team and continues to develop proficiency in the competency areas critical to success in the role.
• Operates as a recognized specialist in a discipline or product area within the immediate team.

Qualifications

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

Skills

• Design and Application of Digital Electronics - Specifies components and architectures of electronic control units; applies electronic control units in Cummins' products.
• Design and Application of Mechatronics Systems - Specifies electronic hardware and interconnections that measure and control systems; applies electronic hardware and interconnections in Cummins' products.
• Mechanical Design of Electrical Systems - Creates electrical system or electronics-based design or architecture concepts through specific knowledge of electrified (or electrical-based) systems to ensure a system design that adheres to both Cummins and customer expectations.
• Product Failure Mode Avoidance - Mitigates potential product failure modes, by identifying interfaces, functions, functional requirements, interactions, control factors, noise factors, and prioritized potential failure modes and potential failure causes for the system of interest to effectively and efficiently improve the reliability of Cummins' products.
• Product Function Modeling, Simulation and Analysis - Impacts product design decisions through the utilization and/or interpretation of computational tools and methods that predict the capability of a product's function relative to its system, sub-system and/or component level requirements.
• Product Problem Solving - Solves product problems using a process that protects the customer; determines the assignable cause; implements robust, data-based solutions; and identifies the systemic root causes and recommended actions to prevent problem reoccurrence.
• Product Verification and Validation Management - Develops product systems validation plans from a variety of inputs to identify failure modes, while managing product risk and relative priority; negotiates product requirements against capability to guide project scope; evaluates analytical, simulation and physical test results to verify product capability and validate requirements; assesses legacy versus proposed system solution capabilities and produces recommendations with technical documentation to support product decisions.
• Builds networks - Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.
• Communicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
• Decision quality - Making good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Drives results - Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
• Manages complexity - Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
• Resourcefulness - Securing and deploying resources effectively and efficiently.

Education, Licenses, Certifications

• 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.

Experience

• Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making. Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred.
• Minimum Requirements: 1. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering or computer engineering. 2. Five years of working experience in related area (such as PCB controls design, testing, etc.). 3. Must understand PCB circuitry and be able to do analysis and troubleshooting of PCB circuitry. 4. Must be familiar with the use of most typical electrical instruments, for example, scope, functional generators, spectrum analyzer, power analyzer, etc. 5. Must possess power electronics knowledge. 6. Must have strong .NET programming background. Good understanding of communication protocols is a plus (serial, USB,CAN) etc. 7. Must possess good communication skills. 8. This position is considered hybrid, where at least two days of onsite work are required.

Additional Information

1. This candidate will be part of the Test Systems & Simulation Department of the CSE Manufacturing and Operations team. They will be responsible for the base layer technical platform and the hardware/software technical development and upgrades related to End of Line (EOL) functional testing. The technical platform is related to Cummins electronic controls and some other finished products.
2. The candidate will also conduct software application development. The candidate needs to be familiar with object-oriented programming (.NET) and be able to debug and update various test applications. They will provide the necessary support per project requirements.
3. The candidate will be responsible for internal project management on assigned projects. They must work with cross-functional teams (including external contractors and suppliers) to set up plans and update statuses. The candidate must be self-motivated, take initiative on problem solving, exhibit good time management, and engage in proper quality control on deliverables. The candidate will work independently on most assigned projects.
4. The candidate may coach and mentor certain engineers and technicians. They must work closely with team members. They must be able to work with global teams in different time zones.
5. The candidate must continue educational development and refresh their knowledge and technical skills due to the rapid change in controls technologies. Innovation is needed and the candidate should make recommendations on how to keep test system solutions up to date and be prepared to implement solutions and updates that are identified.

Compensation and Benefits

Base salary rate commensurate with experience, range: $96,000-$144,000. Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate's qualifications and experience, where appropriate. Additional benefits vary between locations and include options such as our 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan, Cash Balance Pension Plan, Medical/Dental/Life Insurance, Health Savings Account, Domestic Partners Coverage, and a full complement of personal and professional benefits.

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 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.

Job ENGINEERING

Primary Location United States-Minnesota-Minneapolis-US, MN, Fridley, Cummins Power Generation

Job Type Experienced - Exempt / Office

Recruitment Job Type Exempt - Experienced

Job Posting Jun 6, 2023, 12:00:00 AM

Unposting Date Ongoing

Organization Cummins Software and Electronics

Role Category Hybrid - Potential for Partial Remote

Req ID: 2300054P