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Research and Development - Engine Test Technician

Cummins
10 Nov 2025Scoresby, Victoria, AustraliaFull TimeEngineering
Description In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways: Build, repair, and prepare test articles and associated auxiliary equipment for engine and vehicle testing Install and calibrate instrumentation including thermocouples, pressure transducers, and vibration accelerometers to enable accurate data acquisition Perform tests in accordance with defined procedures and collaborate with performance engineers to develop and refine testing methods Fabricate custom components and fixtures using welding, lathe, and milling equipment to support unique test setups Analyze test data and contribute to technical documentation including teardown reports, calibration reviews, and failure analysis Coordinate test programs by planning, scheduling, ordering, and tracking materials and resources to ensure timely execution Support facility maintenance and repair work Mechanical work on Diesel engines and vehicles Responsibilities To be successful in this role you will need the following: Trade qualifications in light vehicle mechanical, heavy vehicle mechanical, diesel fitting Minimum 5 years of experience as a qualified tradesperson, ideally with exposure to mechanical testing and fabrication Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to document technical findings and contribute to problem-solving teams Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with data acquisition systems and test instrumentation Fabrication skills are ideal but not mandatory, welding, lathe, milling, etc. Core responsibilities Install test equipment to various engines, in vehicles and stationary engines Thermocouples Pressure Transducers Vibration accelerometers Facilitate testing as requested by Customer Engineers Fabricate custom components Education needed Light vehicle, heavy vehicle, diesel fitter qualifications required Good reading and writing skills, able to read and write reports as required Qualifications Experience Preferences Fabrication skills, welding, lathe, mill experience 5 years as a qualified trades person Computer skills, Excel, Word etc.

Date10 Nov 2025

Location Scoresby, Victoria, Australia

type Full Time

Salary -

Engineering

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