Placement Student - Components Service Engineer (Darlington)

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

RESPONSIBILITIES

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

QUALIFICATIONS

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: 12th November 2026

Cummins is an equal opportunity employer. Our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified persons without regard to race, sex, color, disability, national origin, age, religion, union affiliation, sexual orientation, veteran status, citizenship, gender identity, or other status protected by law.