Placement Student - Applied Controls

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We are looking for an enthusiastic Applied Controls Placement Student to join our team for Engine Business Unit 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!

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.

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

• Validation of calibration that goes in the Engine Control Module (ECM).
• Verification and validation test planning and execution for developed calibration and engine controller.
• 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. 
• Work in cross-functional teams to development products and resolve issues using industry standard problem-solving techniques.

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

• To be currently studying a STEM subject 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.

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CLOSING DATE: Monday 17th November 2025 

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