Product Design Technician 2

Job Summary

The Product Design Technician – Level II creates and maintains engineering specifications for Cummins products, including 3D CAD models, assemblies, and production drawings. The role ensures that product specifications meet Cummins, industry, national, and international standards while maintaining high levels of design quality, accuracy, and configuration control.

The role supports the development and maintenance of EBU component and assembly designs, works closely with engineers and cross-functional teams, and contributes to engineering change activities, drawing quality reviews, and continuous improvement. The position requires intermediate-level technical knowledge, strong attention to detail, and the ability to progressively take ownership of assigned design and drafting activities.

Key Responsibilities

CAD Modeling & Design

• Create, modify, and maintain 3D component and assembly models using Creo based on engineering requirements, design inputs, packaging constraints, and applicable standards.
• Support engineers in developing CAD concepts and basic design solutions for assigned EBU components and assemblies.
• Apply mechanical design principles to develop accurate and practical design concepts that meet product and customer requirements.
• Escalate complex design or technical decisions to the responsible engineer or technical lead.

Engineering Drawings & Specifications

• Create and revise production engineering drawings using Creo, including dimensions, tolerances, GD&T, notes, material information, and other required specifications.
• Develop complete product specifications through solid models, configured engineering BOMs, and detailed drawings that communicate design intent for manufacturing and inspection.
• Apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) appropriately to product specifications.
• Ensure models and drawings meet applicable Cummins, industry, national, and international standards.
• Participate in Drawing Quality Reviews and incorporate feedback to improve design and documentation quality.

CAD Quality & Configuration Management

• Perform detailed self-checks of Creo models and drawings before formal review, including geometry, dimensions, interfaces, clearances, drawing details, and design requirements.
• Use Windchill and CAD data management tools to manage models, drawings, revisions, product data, and lifecycle activities.
• Maintain accurate product configuration and ensure appropriate control and traceability of engineering data.
• Implement approved engineering changes through CR/CN/CA processes, updating Creo models, drawings, revisions, and associated Windchill information.

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Process internal engineering work requests and deliver assigned activities within agreed quality and timing expectations.
• Engage with engineering, manufacturing, quality, product, and other functional teams as required.
• Obtain and incorporate relevant technical inputs into models, drawings, and product specifications.
• Communicate technical issues, risks, and potential delays proactively.

Product Knowledge & Continuous Development

• Develop working knowledge of EBU products, mechanical components, interfaces, manufacturing processes, GD&T, and applicable engineering/design standards.
• Consider manufacturing and lifecycle requirements when developing product specifications and design documentation.
• Learn from drawing reviews, checker feedback, quality issues, and completed assignments and apply those learnings to future work.
• Progressively take greater ownership of assigned work and require less supervision as technical capability develops.
• Participate in maintaining standards, practices, and processes that support consistent engineering quality.

Skills & Experience

• Experience in mechanical design, CAD modeling, drafting, or engineering documentation.
• Working knowledge of Creo 3D modeling and drafting.
• Ability to create and modify component and assembly models based on engineering requirements and design inputs.
• Experience creating and revising engineering drawings with dimensions, tolerances, GD&T, notes, and material specifications.
• Working knowledge of Windchill for CAD data, revisions, configuration, and product lifecycle management.
• Understanding of engineering change management, including CR/CN/CA processes.
• Working knowledge of mechanical components, assemblies, interfaces, manufacturing processes, and engineering standards.
• Ability to perform detailed CAD self-checks and identify issues related to geometry, dimensions, interfaces, clearances, and drawing requirements.
• Understanding of product configuration and change control principles.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering documentation quality.
• Ability to work effectively with engineers and cross-functional teams.
• Ability to manage assigned work against quality and delivery expectations.
• Ability to communicate risks, issues, and delays proactively.
• Willingness to continuously develop technical and product knowledge through reviews, feedback, and hands-on experience.

Core Competencies

Technical Competencies

• Mechanical Design Modeling and Analysis – Creates CAD models in accordance with Cummins standards to represent product and system design concepts and support engineering analysis such as dimensional variation analysis and finite element analysis.
• Mechanical Design of Mechanical Systems – Applies working knowledge of mechanical systems to develop sound design concepts that meet Cummins and customer requirements while considering product lifecycle and operating environments.
• Mechanical Design Specification – Creates complete product specifications through solid models, configured engineering BOMs, and detailed drawings that communicate design intent for manufacturing and inspection.
• Product Configuration and Change Management – Establishes and maintains product configuration baselines and manages the release, tracking, control, and communication of engineering changes throughout the product lifecycle.

Behavioral Competencies

• Communicates Effectively – Communicates clearly and adapts communication to the needs of different audiences.
• Decision Quality – Makes sound and timely decisions based on available technical information.
• Drives Results – Consistently delivers assigned work while maintaining quality and schedule expectations.
• Instills Trust – Builds confidence through honesty, integrity, accountability, and reliable execution.
• Manages Complexity – Effectively evaluates complex and sometimes conflicting technical information to resolve issues.
• Self-Development – Actively develops technical knowledge and capabilities through learning and feedback.
• Values Differences – Recognizes and respects diverse perspectives and contributions.

Qualifications

• High school diploma, certificate of completion of secondary education, or equivalent experience in an appropriate STEM field is required.
• A regionally applicable certification or two-year Associate Degree from an accredited college or university in a relevant field may be required.
• Relevant education or experience in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, CAD, Drafting, or a related STEM discipline is preferred.
• Some work experience with intermediate-level technical knowledge gained through education, training, or on-the-job experience is required.
• This position may require licensing or other requirements for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.