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Product Engineer

3 days ago• Pontypool, United Kingdom

We are looking for a talented Product Engineer to join our team in Cwmbran, United Kingdom.

This is an exciting opportunity for an early-career engineering professional to contribute to the development, validation, and support of innovative products throughout the product lifecycle.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

  • Support the development and delivery of current and future products through activities across the product lifecycle, from concept through to production and ongoing product support.
  • Investigate product issues, identify root causes, recommend corrective actions, and lead problem resolution activities using structured problem-solving methodologies.
  • Execute engineering processes and standard work practices to support Product Preceding Technology (PPT), Value Package Introduction (VPI), and Current Product Support (CPS) initiatives.
  • Collaborate with product line engineers, systems engineers, manufacturing teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders to drive informed engineering decisions.
  • Contribute to product verification and validation activities, including analysis, testing, interpretation of results, and technical recommendations.
  • Support product configuration and change management processes, ensuring engineering data and documentation remain accurate and controlled.
  • Participate in design reviews and cross-functional integration activities, helping ensure products meet customer, business, quality, and regulatory requirements.
  • Apply systems thinking and engineering analysis techniques to improve product performance, reliability, manufacturability, and customer satisfaction.

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To be successful in this role, you will need the following:

  • Knowledge of engineering principles and product development processes, gained through academic study or industry experience.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate technical data and make informed recommendations.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills, enabling effective engagement with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
  • A proactive approach to learning, continuous improvement, and delivering high-quality engineering solutions in a fast-paced environment.

Education/ Experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.
  • Relevant postgraduate or Master's degree would be advantageous but is not essential.
  • Experience gained through engineering placements, internships, university projects, or an early-career engineering role within a manufacturing or product-focused environment.
  • Exposure to product development, design engineering, validation, manufacturing support, or problem-solving activities would be beneficial.
  • Knowledge of design tools, CAD systems, FEA techniques, or engineering analysis methods would be advantageous.
  • Understanding of vehicle dynamics, braking systems, or other mechanical systems would be beneficial but is not required.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively within cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities.
  • An innovative and inventive approach to developing engineering solutions and improving product performance.

Job Engineering

Organization Cummins Inc.

Role Category On-site with Flexibility

Job Type Exempt - Experienced

ReqID 2439746

Relocation Package No

100% On-Site No

Client-provided location(s): Pontypool, United Kingdom
Job ID: Cummins-R-EA967475E37D437F95116511C87937F8
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-11-04T21:02:49

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Casual Dress
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Leave of Absence
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Pension
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
  • Professional Development

    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Diversity and Inclusion