Cummins

Builds engines, generators, and powertrains

Component Service Engineer Placement Student Intern

Quality EngineeringUpdated on Nov 11

Internship · Summer 2027Huddersfield, UKNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

Currently working toward a degree in a STEM subject; a degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Vehicle Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering is preferred.
Willingness to take a hands-on approach.
A structured, analytical approach to problem-solving.
A flexible approach to work and ability to work both as part of a team and independently.
Qualify for a placement year and be able to travel or relocate to the location at the candidate's own expense.

Responsibilities

Support the identification, resolution, and implementation of fixes for key product issues with Automotive Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs).
Capture initial data and process warranty claim information.
Analyze customer-returned parts and conduct field investigations for potential product issues.
Support OEM account teams in finding resolutions to customer issues.
Assess component failures and process related information.
Identify key customer issues through data analysis.

Desired Qualifications

A degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Vehicle Engineering, or Aerospace Engineering.

We are looking for an enthusiastic Component Service Engineer to join our team specializing in Service for our Comp Service Leadership business unit in Huddersfield, 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.

This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer 2027. The requirements are to be onsite for 3 days per week so you will need to be able to travel or relocate to the location on your own behalf.

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

Currently working towards a degree in STEM Subject, preferably Mechanical engineering, Automotive vehicle engineering or Aerospace engineering degree
Willingness to adapt a hands on approach.
Structured, analytical approach to problem solving.
Flexible approach to work, able to work as part of a team and independently.

Closing Date:11th November 2026

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

Supporting the identification, resolution and implementation of fixes on key product issues with Automotive OEM’s (Original Equipment Manufacturer)
Initial data capture and Warranty claim information processing
Analysis of customer returned parts and field investigation for potential product issues
Supporting OEM account teams in finding resolutions to Customer issues
Component failure assessment and processing
Identification of Key Customer issues through data analysis

About the Company

Cummins

Builds engines, generators, and powertrains

Cummins designs and manufactures engines, power generation systems, and related components for commercial vehicles, industrial machinery, and stationary power. Vehicle and equipment makers install its diesel and natural gas engines, while businesses use its generator sets for backup and continuous electricity. Its components include turbochargers, emissions controls, transmissions, axles, and brakes, and its Accelera business builds batteries and electric powertrain systems. Cummins earns revenue from equipment and component sales, replacement parts, and maintenance through company-owned and independent distributors and dealers. Cummins was founded in 1919 and is headquartered in Columbus, Indiana.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Columbus, IN
Founded: 1919

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