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Investigates problems and requirements of projects, and develops plans for solutions in line with economic, personnel, and environmental considerations for review by more experienced Controls Engineers or Controls Engineering Manager. May be responsible for the installation and technical support of Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) based hardware and software.\n\nCompetencies:\n\nCollaborates - Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.\n\nCommunicates effectively - Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.\n\nHealth and Safety Fundamentals - Champions and models proactive health and safety behaviors by identifying, reporting and participating in actions to improve health and safety in order to build an interdependent culture and contribute to an injury-free workplace.\n\nControls Engineering Knowledge - Applies the application of controls hardware and software by specifying, reviewing, and approving company-owned and/or supplier designs for new or upgrades to existing equipment to interface with all levels of manufacturing systems.\n\nControls Networking - Implements new and improved technologies and methods capable of transferring information from multiple inputs either within a local production process or into databases to link machines together or to analyze the process for overall operation enhancements.\n\nControls Safety - Recognizes controls related hazards in a manufacturing environment (Electrical, Hydraulic, Pneumatic) to incorporate safe practices and procedures as part of the daily work plan to reduce injuries and create a safe machine environment.\n\nControls System Security - Develops and implements Controls System Security by specifying, reviewing, and approving company-owned and/or supplier designs for new equipment or upgrades to existing equipment to ensure our manufacturing controls and systems are secure.\n\nElectrical System Troubleshooting - Analyzes an electrical control system to resolve and repair electrical issues to return the system to proper operating conditions.\n\nFactory Automation and Control Systems - Implements changes to further automate manufacturing processes using available technology, programming techniques, and identifying needed material and resources for project completion to provide the optimum automation for the manufacturing environment.\n\nSensor Technology and Measurement - Selects and applies the sensor technology, performing measurements in the acquired data that leads to the correct analysis and conclusion to help differentiate products that meet quality standards from non-conforming products.\n\nValues differences - Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.\n\nManufacturing Knowledge - Demonstrates the knowledge of manufacturing by correctly implementing changes in current processes, equipment, and applications to meet the function's needs and contribute towards continuous improvement.\n\nMachine Programming - Creates factory floor machine programs by designing and implementing solutions to improve usage of machine and overall operation.\n\nEducation, Licenses, Certifications:\n\nCollege, university, or degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience required.\n\nThis position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.\n\nExperience:\n\nBasic level of relevant experience required.\n\nCollege Job type : Entry Level Full-time\n\nSubfunction : Controls Engineering\n\nDegree level : BS (open to MS)\n\nEducational Program : Prefer EE, open to ME, MET\n\nStart date : April/2027\n\nJob Skill Requirements: controls & automation fundamentals, structured problem solving, communication/collaboration, organization/attention to detail\n\nRequired Work Location: On-site with Flexibility (expected on-site 5 days a week)\n\nThis is a 3rd-Shift position supporting the Assembly Line (10:30pm – 6:30am)\n\nU.S. Early Careers Eligibility Requirements:\n\nExempt Entry Level: Designed for external candidates within 2 years of completing their highest level of degree (Bachelor, Master, PhD, MBA, or JD) from an accredited U.S. college/university, and currently reside within the continental U.S.\n\nInternational Student Eligibility (U.S. based roles): F-1 visa students must have approved Curricular Practical Training (CPT) or Occupational Practical Training (OPT) before their Early Career assignment begin. CPT/OPT must relate to their degree and be authorized by their university. Students are\n\nJob Manufacturing\n\nOrganization Cummins Inc.\n\nRole Category On-site with Flexibility\n\nJob Type Exempt - Entry Level\n\nMin Salary $67200\n\nMax Salary $100800\n\nReqID 2435284\n\nRelocation Package Yes\n\n100% On-Site No\n\nCummins and E-Verify\n\nAt 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 the right to work using E-Verify and 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. 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Assists with the preparation of cost estimates; compiles required cost and equipment information, and drafts appropriation requests. Investigates problems and requirements of projects, and develops plans for solutions in line with economic, personnel, and environmental considerations for review by more experienced Controls Engineers or Controls Engineering Manager. 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