Instrumentation Technical Support Specialist - OCU - Technical - 4x10PM Shift

Instrumentation Technical Support Specialist position at the Cummins Inc. facility in Columbus, IN.

About the role

In this role, you will make an impact by performing routine and repetitive tests, set-ups, and calibrations, running emissions tests, and supporting engineering teams with instrumentation and test cell operations.

Responsibilities

• Performs routine and repetitive test, set-ups, and calibrations.
• Runs emissions tests.
• Installs terminals, fabricates, and assembles electronic systems and test cells.
• Constructs and installs test cell harnesses.
• Fabricates test rigs and fixtures.
• Completes minor mechanical system assembly.
• Installs, calibrates, troubleshoots, and repairs gauges, transducers, heat exchangers, cooling systems, smoke meters, fuel systems measurement, and oil consumption test rigs.
• Operates less complex data acquisition systems as directed.
• Uses general tools including digital multimeter, soldering iron, function generator, and frequency generator.
• Reads and interprets electrical wiring diagrams.
• Executes written test plans and reports on test results in a specified format.
• Assists technicians and engineers as required.
• Understands and applies appropriate Company and department rules and guidelines to work.
• Interfaces with customers, suppliers, engineers, and other functions.
• Participates in the maintenance of quality procedures and improvement projects.
• Develops and gives presentations to customers and suppliers.
• Maintains cleanliness within the workplace.
• Knows and complies with departmental safety policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates confidentiality as required.
• Participates in self- and team-audits and associated corrective action.
• Performs other miscellaneous duties as required.

First-Line Instrumentation Support for Test Cells

• Respond promptly to emissions test cell instrumentation issues as they arise.
• Perform initial troubleshooting, basic diagnostics, and corrective actions following established procedures.
• Escalate unresolved issues to senior technicians, engineers, or supervisors per defined escalation paths.
• Record all support activities using the department’s PowerApps tracking tool, including problem descriptions, troubleshooting steps, time spent, and any parts replaced.
• Maintain clear, accurate notes to support shift handovers, trend analysis, and continuous improvement.
• Gain proficiency in performing required regulatory and internal verifications and calibrations (e.g., 35-day, 6-month, and annual checks).
• Support calibration activities across ISO 17025-accredited CVS systems as well as approximately 25 additional test cells supported by the team.

Requirements

• High school diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• One year of relevant experience required.
• School-to-work program experience in a relevant field preferred.

Skills

• Data Acquisition: Prepares samples, verifies equipment calibration, and performs tests according to approved procedures to ensure trustworthy data.
• Data Reporting: Prepares documentation that clearly organizes and presents testing methods, instrument settings, data, and analysis.
• Product Problem Solving: Solves product problems using a process that protects the customer, determines assignable causes, and implements data-based solutions.
• Product Software Design and Construction: Constructs product software using industry best practices and robust software engineering principles.
• Collaborates: Builds partnerships and works collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
• Communicates Effectively: Develops and delivers multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of different audiences' needs.
• Customer Focus: Builds strong customer relationships and delivers customer-centric solutions.
• Decision Quality: Makes good and timely decisions that keep the organization moving forward.
• Self-Development: Actively seeks new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.
• Values Differences: Recognizes the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.

Skill, Education, or Experience Preferences

• Basic mechanical, electrical, or instrumentation troubleshooting skills, with willingness to learn emissions measurement systems.
• Ability to follow written procedures, document work accurately, and use digital tools for tracking tasks and issues.
• Strong sense of urgency, teamwork, and comfort working in a fast-paced test-cell environment.
• Previous hands-on experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, maintenance, or test environment.
• Exposure to regulated or quality-controlled environments (e.g., ISO, calibration labs, automotive, or engine testing).

Schedule

4x10 PM shift, Monday through Thursday.

Relocation

Relocation package available.