The Project Engineer – Senior role at Cummins focuses on enhancing manufacturing processes at the CDBS location in Morristown, TN. The position requires collaboration with various teams to deliver effective manufacturing solutions that align with business goals. The engineer will drive safety excellence, optimize processes, and implement production solutions while leveraging data for informed decision-making. This role is crucial for solving complex manufacturing challenges and establishing standardized operations.

• Ability to lead facility projects and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical equipment with troubleshooting skills.
• Experience developing plant layouts and optimizing workflows in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability to read and comprehend electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic drawings.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, with experience in Microsoft Project being a plus.
• College degree in STEM or related field, or equivalent experience required.
• Intermediate level of relevant work experience required.

• Collaborate with engineering, operations, quality, safety, and production teams to deliver manufacturing solutions.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure understanding of manufacturing requirements and project updates.
• Promote a culture of safety by identifying risks and integrating best practices into manufacturing processes.
• Analyze and improve manufacturing methods, equipment, and workflows for enhanced performance.
• Utilize engineering drawings and specifications to develop effective production processes and layouts.
• Apply manufacturing analysis and performance data to evaluate process changes and identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving efforts to address production issues.
• Develop clear process documentation and create standardized work instructions for operational success.

• Employees at Cummins are often offered comprehensive benefits that support financial wellness (retirement savings/401(k) or pension options and profit-sharing), health and wellness (medical, dental, life insurance, FSAs), and professional growth through training and tuition reimbursement—sometimes including full education funding. Work-life perks commonly include paid vacation and holidays, parental leave and adoption assistance, flexible work arrangements, inclusion-focused programs, and paid volunteer time to give back to the community.