Overview
Placement Student - Manufacturing Engineering. This role is available to candidates who qualify for a placement year and will commence Summer 2026. This role is 100% site-based in Darlington.
Our culture believes in powering your potential. We provide global opportunities to develop your career, make your community a better place and work with today’s most innovative thinkers to solve the world’s toughest problems. We believe in flexibility for you to explore your passions while making an impact through meaningful work within our inclusive workforce.
We are looking for an enthusiastic Manufacturing Engineering student to join our team specializing in Manufacturing for our Industrial Engineering business unit in Darlington.
Responsibilities
* Using LEAN tools and Six Sigma methodologies to drive continuous improvement projects across the Manufacturing process
* Planning, design, purchase and implementation of integrated manufacturing and assembly processes, managing different projects of varying sizes to successful conclusions
* Compiling and presenting data on Key Performance Indicators for department scorecard
* Manage engineering release process to introduce new parts/options
* Develop and manage Power BI dashboards for the team
* Review/develop assembly workstation documentation including assembly graphics using CREO/CAD
Qualifications
* We are looking for a wide range of candidates studying towards a degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Manufacturing/Controls Engineering or similar
* Self-motivated with excellent communication skills, and a keen willingness to learn
* A good level of IT skills including the use of Microsoft applications; Minitab experience would be beneficial though not essential
* Experience with CREO/CAD would be beneficial though not essential
Working at Cummins
At Cummins, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, regardless of race, gender, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, and/or expression, or any other status protected by law. As a disability confident employer, we strive to make our recruitment process as accessible as possible. If you require any reasonable adjustments to accommodate a health condition or disability, please let us know. Your journey with us matters!
Closing date
Closing date: Wednesday 12th November 2025
Job details
Job: Manufacturing
Organization: Cummins Inc.
Role Category: Hybrid
Job Type: Student - Cooperative/12 Month Placement
ReqID: 2420198
Relocation Package: No
Get notified about new Placement Student jobs in Darlington, England, United Kingdom.
#J-18808-Ljbffr