Design & Development Engineer

DESCRIPTION

We are looking for talented Design & Development Engineers to join our team specializing in Engineering for Cummins in UK, Cwmbran.

This is a permanent role, hybrid working 60% onsite with core flexible working hours however 100% onsite working is expected during validation phase of projects

The role will also require 10% Domestic and 10% International travel as required.

• Perform brake application reviews, calculations, tolerance studies, and brake-related analyses to support product design decisions.
• Process, analyze, and interpret technical test data to inform product performance, quality, and reliability improvements.
• Investigate product issues by identifying root causes, recommending corrective actions, and owning problem resolution with guidance from senior engineers.
• Execute technical processes including Engineering Standard Work (ESW), iDFMEA, and Failure Incident Review Group (FIRG) participation.
• Develop, coordinate, and oversee test validation programs, including planning, execution, and reporting of results.
• Conduct technical reviews with suppliers and customers to ensure product requirements, risks, and interfaces are clearly understood and managed.
• Mentor and support new engineers or student placements, providing technical guidance and coordination of tasks.
• Coordinate subsystem/component engineering activities across product lifecycle processes (PPT, VPI, CPS), acting as a central technical point between internal teams, suppliers, and manufacturing.

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

• Strong engineering foundation with the ability to alternate between theoretical analysis and hands‑on practical application in automotive environments.
• Solid understanding of materials, stress/strain theory, and Finite Element Analysis (FEA) for evaluating component performance and durability.
• Effective Communication:
  Excellent skills in communication, presentation, and report writing to effectively share progress and final reports, and to collaborate with stakeholders and team members.
• Familiarity with modern engineering tools and practices; foreign language proficiency considered a plus for global collaboration.
• Intellectual Property:
  Proposing and preparing new ideas for invention disclosures and patent filings will protect and advance the company's technological innovations.

Education/

Experience:

• 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 is desirable but not essential.
• Technical Expertise: A good foundation in Mechanical or Automotive engineering, along with relevant design and development experience. Proficiency in tools like Creo and Windchill, and a solid understanding of materials, stress/strain theory, and FE Analysis are essential.

• Regulatory and Testing Knowledge: A thorough understanding of European and US brake legislation, experience with brake test methods and procedures, and knowledge of manufacturing methods and processes to ensure compliance and quality in product development.
• Experience in Automotive Sector, foundation brake (disc & drum) / braking system knowledge.
• Experience with programming, Python / code writing for data acquisition.