Current Product Support (Cummins Emission Solutions) Placement Student Review

Leading and supporting various ongoing product resolution projects. Communicating with internal and external stakeholders/suppliers/experts to assist in completing projects. Completing test data analysis. Producing change request packages for implementation of changes and managing them through various review stages. Reviewing internal and external engineering standards to ensure product compliance.

I co-led a bill of material project after two weeks of training, where I was given free reign to improve and streamline this process. I'm leading a product resolution project with supervision which started two months into the placement, which fully exposed me to the full 7 step process and has been responsible for a large portion of my development. I am also responsible for numerous change packages

Developed existing skills:
Presentational skills (how to give concise verbal presentations and how to present data/findings/recommendations clearly)
Time management (working to deadlines, prioritisation of multiple tasks.
Knowledge of gas treatment systems
Graphical analysis
Communication
Leadership
New Skills
Fault tree analysis
Root Cause analysis
Vehicle testing (understand how to set up data channels, installation of sensors)

Considering the pandemic meant I've worked from home for nearly all of the placement, I received great support from Cummins. My team has been friendly and approachable, making it easy to get guidance on how to solve issues with my work. I've also been assigned a mentor as another outlet to discuss issues.

Unfortunately, I haven't been able to experience office life due to the pandemic. However, all the colleagues I've spoken to have been friendly on Zoom and in emails. A few virtual site wide events have been run which were good ways to interact with new people. Cummins' volunteering program (EEEC) was still run this year with a real emphasis on giving back to the local community.

I have really enjoyed working for Cummins this year. All the projects I have supported and led have been engaging and challenging, giving real opportunities for personal development and growth. The company culture is one that is inclusive and diverse, with all levels of the company treating one another with respect. Given the pandemic, the placement has met my expectations and I would definitely consider working for Cummins after completing my degree.

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