Entry Level Flight Dynamics Engineer Jobs in Indiana

We are looking for a talented Combustion and Emissions Systems Engineer to join our Cummins Inc. team onsite in Seymour, Indiana .

• Investigate thermal and fluid system challenges to identify root causes and deliver data-driven solutions that improve product performance.

• Apply combustion, emissions, thermodynamics, heat transfer, and fluid dynamics principles to support innovative and environmentally responsible product development.

• Leverage analytical, simulation, and experimental methods to influence design decisions and optimize system architectures.

• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, and supplier teams to drive informed technical decisions and project success.

• Execute validation, testing, and verification activities that improve product reliability, quality, and customer satisfaction.

• Support the development and advancement of engineering processes, tools, and best practices that enhance technical excellence.

• Analyze technical data and performance trends to mitigate risks, solve complex problems, and improve product capability.

• Contribute to the successful delivery of new technologies and product enhancements throughout the product development lifecycle.

• Foundational knowledge of thermal and fluid sciences, including combustion, emissions, thermodynamics, heat transfer, fluid dynamics, and energy conversion systems.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with the ability to interpret data, evaluate system performance, and make sound engineering recommendations.

• Ability to apply systems thinking and engineering methodologies to translate stakeholder needs into effective technical solutions.

• Effective collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work across technical disciplines and contribute to shared project objectives.

• Growth mindset with a commitment to continuous learning, technical development, and delivering results in a dynamic engineering environment.

• College, university, or equivalent Bachelor's degree in Engineering or appropriate STEM field is required.

• Post-graduate (Master's) degree relevant to this discipline area may be required for select roles.

• This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

• Entry level/Early career professional.

• Preferred candidates would have relevant experience working in either a temporary student employment environment (intern, co-op, or other extracurricular team activities) or as an early career professional in a relevant technical discipline area.

• Knowledge of MS Office tools is also preferred.

• Support engine emissions audit testing activities, including test execution, data collection, analysis, and compliance reporting.

• Investigate engine performance concerns at the Seymour Engine Plant and provide technical recommendations that improve product quality and operational performance.

• Utilize engineering tools, technologies, and emissions data systems to support engineering analysis and decision-making.

• Apply statistical analysis, modeling, simulation, and validation techniques to evaluate system behavior and support product development initiatives.

• Contribute to Product Problem Solving (PPS), Value Package Change (VPC), Engineering Standard Work (ESW), and Functional Excellence Practices (FEP) activities.

• Support product verification and validation plans through analytical, simulation, and physical testing methods that ensure product capability and performance.

• Demonstrate strong technical documentation skills by clearly communicating findings, recommendations, and engineering decisions to stakeholders.

• Thrive in a collaborative environment by exhibiting adaptability, sound judgment, initiative, and a customer-focused approach to solving technical challenges.

• Preferred experience with engine testing, product performance evaluation, data acquisition systems, test cell operations, and engine emissions regulations.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams, Outlook) and MATLAB for data analysis, modeling, simulation, reporting, and technical problem solving.

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2433989

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

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