Research and Development - Engine Test Technician

We are looking for a talented Research and Development - Engine Test Technician to join our team specializing in Product Testing and Engineering Support for our On-Highway Engineering team, based at our Pilot Centre facility in Scoresby, Victoria. 

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

• Build, repair, and prepare test articles and associated auxiliary equipment for engine and vehicle testing 

• Install and calibrate instrumentation including thermocouples, pressure transducers, and vibration accelerometers to enable accurate data acquisition 

• Perform tests in accordance with defined procedures and collaborate with performance engineers to develop and refine testing methods 

• Fabricate custom components and fixtures using welding, lathe, and milling equipment to support unique test setups 

• Analyze test data and contribute to technical documentation including teardown reports, calibration reviews, and failure analysis 

• Coordinate test programs by planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking materials and resources to ensure timely execution 

• Support facility maintenance and repair work 

• Mechanical work on Diesel engines and vehicles 

 

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

• Trade qualifications in light vehicle mechanical, heavy vehicle mechanical, diesel fitting 

• Minimum 5 years of experience as a qualified tradesperson, ideally with exposure to mechanical testing and fabrication 

• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical findings and contribute to problem-solving teams 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation 

• Fabrication skills are ideal but not mandatory, welding, lathe, milling, etc. 

Core responsibilities

1. Install test equipment to various engines, in vehicles and stationary engines
   1. Thermocouples
   2. Pressure Transducers
   3. Vibration accelerometers
2. Facilitate testing as requested by Customer Engineers
3. Fabricate custom components

Education needed

1. Light vehicle, heavy vehicle, diesel fitter qualifications required
2. Good reading and writing skills, able to read and write reports as required

Experience Preferences

1. Fabrication skills, welding, lathe, mill experience
2. 5+ years as a qualified trades person
3. Computer skills, Excel, Word etc.

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.