Structural and Systems Tech Specialist - Analytical

Structural And Dynamic Systems Tech Specialist – Analytical

We are looking for a talented Structural and Dynamic Systems Tech Specialist – Analytical to join our team in engineering for our Cummins' business in Stoughton, WI.

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

Drive cross-functional alignment: Partner with Design, Thermal Sciences, Materials, and Product Validation to define and deliver critical structural performance metrics (e.g., stress, life, vibration, sound) that inform product decisions.

Enable high-quality design decisions: Make data-driven structural design choices (materials, processing, geometry) that directly improve durability, performance, and reliability.

Advance simulation capabilities: Apply and enhance modeling tools (ANSYS, FE-Safe, GT-Suite, AVL Excite) to accurately predict motion, loads, fatigue life, and acoustics.

Own complex components and projects: Lead smaller high-impact projects or take full ownership of technically complex systems with accountability for outcomes.

Improve engineering processes: Develop and standardize modeling methods, workflows, and best practices to increase efficiency and consistency across the team.

Execute with independence and precision: Deliver high-quality results using established and emerging processes while continuously deepening technical expertise.

Mentor and guide others: Coordinate technician and student work and support the development of less experienced engineers through knowledge sharing.

Influence technical direction: Act as a subject matter specialist, providing guidance that shapes project decisions and strengthens overall team capability.

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

Apply advanced modeling expertise: Leverage dynamics, vibration, fatigue, and durability principles to accurately predict motion, stress, and life, translating results into clear design recommendations.

Use simulation to drive decisions: Effectively utilize system and product-level modeling tools to evaluate performance and guide high-quality, data-driven design outcomes.

Solve complex problems with structure: Apply disciplined problem-solving methodologies to identify root causes, implement durable solutions, and prevent recurrence.

Operate with strong leadership and business acumen: Communicate clearly, make timely decisions, manage complexity, build relationships, and drive results while efficiently using resources and valuing diverse perspectives.

Education/Experience:

• 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. 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.
• Preferred candidates would have a mix of experience using MS Office tools, Matlab, Python, APDL-ANSYS, FORTRAN or C programming, Windows/Linux operating systems, and desktop/remote high performance computing hardware systems.

Additional Details:

Domestic Relocation Eligible

Additional Responsibilities Unique to this Position

• This individual will work with a nine-person Applied Mechanics group with small simulation-focused and test-focused teams.
• The group has at its disposal individual high-performance computer workstations and a corporate supercomputer to help with simulation along with a large electrodynamic shaker, smaller shakers, data acquisition systems, a load frame with sample furnace, loose-actuator servo hydraulic system and six-axis servo hydraulic road simulator for structural characterization and testing.
• The bigger department includes engineers in the thermal and fluid sciences, materials engineering, catalyst chemistry/kinetics, and aftertreatment system performance testing.
• The site, with roughly 150 engineers, is near the Wisconsin state capital at Madison and the…