Customer Engineering Product Specialist

We are looking for a talented Customer Engineering Product Specialist to join our Cummins Inc. team in Shoreview, MN.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead the integration of advanced power solutions, including microgrids, battery energy storage systems (BESS), fuel cells, PV systems, generator sets, and switchgear, to deliver reliable and optimized customer solutions.
• Collaborate with OEM customers and cross-functional teams to translate technical requirements into effective product and system designs.
• Develop electrical single-line diagrams and integrated system layouts using AutoCAD to support successful project execution.
• Drive machine and system optimization by ensuring products are correctly applied, installed, and validated to meet performance, quality, and reliability objectives.
• Serve as the primary technical liaison for customers, providing guidance on product integration, installation requirements, and complex issue resolution.
• Champion customer needs throughout product development, influencing design decisions and ensuring the voice of the customer is reflected in engineering solutions.
• Advance innovation by identifying opportunities to improve system safety, performance, cost efficiency, and overall customer value.
• Mentor and support engineers and technical team members while providing leadership on complex projects and critical engineering initiatives.

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

• Demonstrated expertise in application engineering, system integration, and product optimization within complex electrical, power generation, or energy systems environments.
• Strong ability to interpret customer requirements, manage technical complexity, and deliver practical, high-quality solutions that drive business and customer success.
• Proven capability to build trusted relationships, communicate effectively across technical and non-technical stakeholders, and influence project outcomes.
• Experience utilizing analytical problem-solving methodologies, engineering tools, and data-driven decision-making to improve product performance and resolve technical challenges.
• Ability to lead projects, mentor team members, and operate independently while balancing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

Education, Licenses, Certifications:

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 may be required for select roles.

This position may require licensing for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.

Experience:

Prior Senior or Lead Engineer equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving and quality decision making. Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred.

Additional Responsibilities & Preferred Key Competencies:

• Preferred experience designing and integrating microgrid systems that incorporate BESS, fuel cells, photovoltaic (PV) systems, generator sets, switchgear, and microgrid controllers.
• Preferred proficiency with AutoCAD for developing electrical single-line diagrams and integrated power system designs.
• Preferred knowledge of electrical and electronic system architecture, including inverters, converters, controllers, networking, and data acquisition systems.
• Preferred familiarity with third-party control and power management platforms such as Deif and ComAp.
• Utilize engineering tools and processes, including Analysis Led Design (ALD), installation quality practices, and technical specification management, to support informed decision-making and system optimization.
• Demonstrate strong customer focus, resourcefulness, sound judgment, and the ability to navigate complex technical challenges while delivering results.
• Build collaborative relationships across engineering, product development, sales, marketing, and customer teams to support successful project execution and long-term business growth.
• Provide technical leadership, coaching, and knowledge transfer to less experienced engineers and project contributors.

Please note that the salary range provided is a good faith estimate on the applicable range. The final salary offer will be determined after considering relevant factors, including a candidate’s qualifications and experience, where appropriate.