Materials Science Engineering Technical Specialist
Location
Troy, MI
Job Type
Full-time
Category
other-general
Posted
June 08, 2026
We are looking for a talented Materials Science Engineering Technical Specialist to join our Engineering team of Cummins Drivetrain and Braking Systems (CDBS) in Troy, MI.
**In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:**
+ **Drive Data** ‑ **Based Decisions:** Apply advanced statistical methods—descriptive analytics, probability modeling, regression, DOE, and hypothesis testing—to deliver rigorous, evidence‑driven recommendations that improve product and process outcomes.
+ **Strengthen Failure Prevention:** Conduct thorough component failure analyses to identify true root causes, evaluate design and manufacturing intent, and recommend corrective actions that protect customers and prevent recurrence.
+ **Optimize Material & Process Selection:** Evaluate component requirements and select the most appropriate materials and manufacturing routes, ensuring best‑fit solutions that meet performance, cost, and reliability targets.<...
**In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:**
+ **Drive Data** ‑ **Based Decisions:** Apply advanced statistical methods—descriptive analytics, probability modeling, regression, DOE, and hypothesis testing—to deliver rigorous, evidence‑driven recommendations that improve product and process outcomes.
+ **Strengthen Failure Prevention:** Conduct thorough component failure analyses to identify true root causes, evaluate design and manufacturing intent, and recommend corrective actions that protect customers and prevent recurrence.
+ **Optimize Material & Process Selection:** Evaluate component requirements and select the most appropriate materials and manufacturing routes, ensuring best‑fit solutions that meet performance, cost, and reliability targets.<...