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    4. Test Engineer Placement Darlington 2024
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    About the role

    We are looking for an enthusiastic Test Engineer to join our team specializing in engineering for our Engine Business Segment in Darlington. During your placement with us, you will learn how a major global organization operates, gaining the tools and exposure you will need to become an expert in the industry and power your potential!

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

    • Analyse test requests from internal and external customer for diesel engine and aftertreatment development on engine dynamometer test cells or test vehicles.
    • Manage prototype equipment inventories at on and offsite storage facilities.
    • Write test instructions, prepare necessary test scripts and logging files.
    • Ensure engine, aftertreatment and associated hardware is available and set-up correctly for each test. Oversee the operation of the test activity and provide support to the operator and facilities team when necessary
    • Troubleshoot issues including test technology and hardware, test sequence and scripting, procedures and provide both short- and long-term solutions.
    • Answer questions and co-ordinate requests related to test instructions and hardware.

    What you'll need

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

    • We are looking for a wide range of applicants studying towards a degree from across all Engineering & STEM related subjects.
    • Good knowledge of MS office required (excel and word).
    • Methodical and data-based approach to problem solving, Strong team working skills and communication skills.
    • Knowledge of diesel engine architecture and/or alternative powertrain components an advantage but not essential – training will be provided.

    Working at Cummins

    At Cummins, we are dedicated to diversity in the workplace and 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.