School to Work - Engineering
In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
- Follow all safety procedures and wear required PPE.
- Demonstrate safe work habits and awareness in all work areas.
- Assist with engine teardown, assembly, and component installation.
- Clean, label, and organize engine parts and work areas.
- Learn proper use of hand tools and torque procedures.
- Utilize QuickServe Online and STC resources for work instructions and documentation.
- Support engine test preparation activities and service checks.
- Observe and assist with troubleshooting during engine testing.
- Learn basic engine systems, testing processes, and facility operations.
- Assist with preventive maintenance and facility-related tasks.
- Communicate effectively with technicians, engineers, and team members.
- Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, reliability, and willingness to learn.
- Maintain organized and accurate documentation.
- Build technical, problem-solving, and workplace readiness skills.
To be successful in this role you will need the following:
Education:
Must be a high school junior or senior student, and or college or university student.
Classes must align with job description
Experience:
Must be at least 16 years of age
Classes must align with job description
*If you are a current School to Work employee, please apply through the Internal Job Page to ensure your application is processed as internal.
*This is a part-time position, limited to 19 hours per week which is designed to support your school schedule
Cummins High School Work-Based Learning Plan – Seymour Technical Center
Overall Learning Objectives
- Demonstrate safe work habits at all times by following procedures, using PPE correctly, and maintaining awareness to prevent injury to yourself or others.
- Develop a strong foundation in mechanical, electrical, and facility‑related technical skills through hands‑on experience across multiple STC departments.
- Learn how different teams within the Seymour Technical Center collaborate to support engine development, testing, and facility operations.
- Develop solid communication, teamwork, and workplace readiness skills through daily interaction with technicians, engineers, and support staff.
Section 1: STC Build Area – Engine Building & Disassembly
- Learn the role of a Mechanical Engineering Technical Support Specialist within Cummins.
- Complete all required safety training and follow PPE expectations at all times.
- Shadow and work with technicians performing engine teardowns and rebuilds.
- Assist with removing and installing components such as fuel system parts, engine harnesses, controllers, air‑handling components, base engine components, etc.
- Support cleaning, labeling, and organizing parts throughout the build process.
- Develop proper use of hand tools, torque procedures, and sequencing methods.
- Learn how to navigate QuickServe Online for parts and service documentation.
- Learn how to navigate the STC Website for work instructions, priorities, etc.
Skills Gained
- Mechanical aptitude
- Tool handling and safety
- Basic understanding of engine systems
- Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
Section 2: STC Test Cells – Engine Testing
Learning Objectives
- Understand how Mechanical Engineering Technicians support engineers through engine testing.
- Learn the workflow of preparing an engine for testing, including service checks and emissions cart checks.
- Develop an understanding of how engine restrictions, TRVs, and speed/load settings influence test outcomes.
- Strengthen problem‑solving skills by observing how technicians respond to test cell issues or unexpected results.
Skills Gained
- Exposure to prototype development and validation
- Problem‑solving and technical communication
- Familiarity with engineering test plans and collaboration across STC teams
Section 3: Facilities Operations
Learning Objectives
- Understand how the STC facility is maintained and how the Facility PM system ensures reliability and safety.
- Learn foundational concepts related to HVAC, electrical systems, building maintenance, and general facility operations.
- Understand how preventive maintenance schedules are created, tracked, and executed.
- Shadow and assist facilities team members performing specialized maintenance tasks.
Skills Gained
- Facility operations awareness
- Basic maintenance support