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Cummins Inc.
Instrumentation Engineering Technician - OCU - Technical - 4x10AM Shift
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What they do
An Instrumentation Technician carries out planned or unplanned maintenance and repair activities on a wide range of electronic equipment and process control and safety systems.
$74,609 / year median in Indiana
+4% projected growth
Job Description
We are looking for a talented
- Instrumentation Engineering Technician
- to join our team specializing in Engineering for our Cummins Inc. facility in Columbus, IN.
- In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- + Operates, calibrates, installs, programs, repairs, designs, and fabricates instrumentation and data acquisition systems.
- and team-audits and associated corrective action. + Performs other miscellaneous duties, as required, to get the job done.
- To be successful in this role you will need the following:
- +
Deliver Accurate and Reliable Test Data:
Your primary responsibility is ensuring engineers and customers can trust the data you generate. +Communicate Technical Results Clearly:
The value of testing is lost if results are not clearly documented and explained. +Develop Strong Technical and Systems Knowledge:
You will regularly work with test equipment, instrumentation, software, and test systems. +Execute High-Quality Test Setup and Builds:
Proper test article construction and setup directly impact test validity. +Apply Structured Problem Solving:
Testing environments frequently present unexpected challenges. + Maintain aStrong Safety Mindset:
Safety is a critical component of laboratory and testing operations. +Drive Results Through Initiative and Ownership:
High performers don't wait for direction—they take action. + Make Sound Decisions inComplex Situations:
Testing often involves multiple variables, competing priorities, and large amounts of data. +Support Equipment Reliability and Continuous Improvement:
Reliable equipment is essential to reliable test results. +Build Strong Working Relationships:
Success requires collaboration with engineers, technicians, customers, and cross-functional teams.Education, Licenses, Certifications:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification OR Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience OR Bachelors degree in a related field OR Relevant military education and experience.
Experience:
- High school diploma, GED or equivalent required with Department of Labor Certification OR Associates degree from an accredited program in a related field and at least two years of relevant experience OR Bachelors degree in a related field OR Relevant military education and experience
- Qualifications
- Core Responsibilities / Activities 1.
- Basic mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation troubleshooting skills, with willingness to learn emissions measurement systems.
- Ability to follow written procedures, document work accurately, and use digital tools for tracking tasks and issues.
- Strong sense of urgency, teamwork, and comfort working in a fast-paced test-cell environment.
- Previous hands-on experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, maintenance, or test environment.
- Exposure to regulated or quality-controlled environments (e.g., ISO, calibration labs, automotive or engine testing). 4x10 AM Monday thru Thursday
- Job•Engineering •Organization•Cummins Inc.
- Role Category
- On-site with Flexibility
- Job Type
- Office
- ReqID
- 2432296
- Relocation Package
- Yes
- 100% On-Site
- No •Cummins and E-Verify•At Cummins, we are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer dedicated to diversity in the workplace.