Placement Student- Controls Engineer Darlington

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We are looking for an enthusiastic Controls Engineer placement student to join our team specializing in  Electronic Controls for our Engine Business Unit in Darlington, UK. 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!

This product focused position tailors’ electronic systems for Cummins products. You will support the team configure (tune), integrate, test, and release software, electronic control units, tools, sensors, actuators, and harnesses into an electronic system that controls the operation of Cummins’ products in a variety of customer applications.

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer of 2026

You will work closely with engineers in the team to learn and then support them with:

• Validation of calibration that goes in the Engine Control Module (ECM).
• Verification and validation test planning and execution for developed calibration and engine controller. Verification and validation task execution for developed calibration.
• Be able to analyze data from field test, lead the troubleshooting of non-conformities to support the Lead engineer in driving the resolution.
• Be able to prepare and present technical documentation for design reviews part of product development. 
• Using calibration development and management tools to process parameter changes (tunings)  
• Work in cross-functional teams to development products and resolve issues using industry standard problem-solving techniques.

About You

• To be currently studying a STEM subject (Electromechnical, Automotive Engineering, Mechanical ENgineering) at degree level with an allowance for a 12-month industry placement
• Enthusiasm and aptitude for new product development and continuous improvement
• Ability to follow structured problem-solving processes to resolve issues.
• Knowledge of application of Engineering Standards and ability to produce high quality, concise technical documentation
• Experience or knowledge of MATLAB and Simulink.

Working At Cummins

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CLOSING DATE: Friday 14th November 2025 

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