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Cummins Inc. Electrician - Level II in Phaltan, India
DESCRIPTION
Job Summary:
The Electrician Level II is responsible for performing electrical maintenance, troubleshooting, and support activities across manufacturing equipment and plant systems. This role ensures the availability, reliability, and safety of machinery and control systems through proactive maintenance, repairs, and continuous improvement initiatives. Working with limited supervision, the technician applies deep technical knowledge of electrical, control, and mechatronic systems while adhering strictly to safety, quality, and environmental standards.
Key Responsibilities:
Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):
Identify and immediately report hazards and incidents.
Comply with HSE policies and wear required PPE.
Promote a safety-first culture by proactively addressing unsafe conditions and participating in safety audits, risk assessments, LOTO, and training.
Quality:
Maintain high standards of workmanship.
Follow maintenance SOPs and quality procedures.
Provide feedback for preventive maintenance (PM) plans and conduct equipment failure root cause analysis.
Perform inspections and tests to ensure work meets Cummins quality standards.
Maintenance & Repair:
Conduct preventive, corrective, predictive, and emergency maintenance on CNC HMCs and other manufacturing machinery.
Troubleshoot electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, coolant, and lubrication systems.
Ensure timely documentation of maintenance activities and support spare part planning, procurement, and inventory with the CIP team.
Technical Operations:
Support control system development, sensor applications, and automation upgrades using tools such as Siemens TIA Portal, SCADA, and MES systems.
Manage software backups (e.g., IPC Ghost images, PLC/CNC programs).
Work on cost-saving and green energy initiatives (I4.0 automation, energy-efficient systems, etc.).
Team Collaboration & Continuous Improvement:
Communicate effectively across maintenance, production, and support teams.
Mentor junior team members and document key learnings via SOPs and One Point Lessons.
Engage in Kaizen, TPM, and CI activities to drive productivity, safety, and reliability improvements.
RESPONSIBILITIES
Competencies:
Health and Safety Fundamentals
Safety Controls & System Security
Electrical System Troubleshooting
Factory Automation & Machine Programming
Controls Networking & Engineering Knowledge
Manufacturing Knowledge & Sensor Technology
Collaborates & Communicates Effectively
Customer Focus & Drives Results
Decision Quality & Nimble Learning
Values Differences
Required Education, Licenses, and Certifications:
Minimum: High school diploma or equivalent.
Preferred: Diploma or Degree in Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, or Controls Engineering.
Export control regulations may apply depending on the plant location.
Experience Requirements:
External Candidates: 3–5 years of hands-on experience in electrical and mechanical maintenance in a manufacturing setting, specifically with CNC Horizontal Machining Centers (HMCs).
Internal Candidates: 5–10 years of relevant experience, ideally with exposure to ignition SCADA, SQL databases, MES, and TPM systems.
QUALIFICATIONS
Key Technical Skills:
Industrial Automation & PLC Systems: Siemens (Sinumerik 1, 828), Allen Bradley, Mitsubishi, Fanuc, Omron
PLC Programming Tools: TIA Portal V15.1–V19, SIMATIC Manager, RS Logix 500, GX Works
Sensors & Instrumentation: Cognex, IFM, Leuze, Zenon, SIGMA Software
Digital Communication Protocols: Ethernet/IP, Profibus, Profinet, RS232, CC-Link
Drives: Siemens G120, Mitsubishi VFDs
CNC Machine Systems: MAG, MAZAK, MAKINO, Desoutter Nut Runners, Nagel Honing, GUDEL Gantry
Equipment Knowledge: APCs, ATLAS COPCO tools, VISION systems, washing machines, TOX leak testers, Marposs gauges
Additional Tools: CMES, IPC backups, SCADA, MES, calibration tools, laser marking, pump/motor systems
Soft Skills:
Effective communication
Team leadership and mentoring
Strong documentation and MIS reporting
Time and task management under pressure
Proactive mindset and self-motivation
Working Conditions:
Flexible to work multiple shifts and overtime.
Capable of lifting heavy components and working in confined spaces.
Committed to upholding Cummins Safety Policy, TPM, 5S, and continuous improvement culture.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in cylinder block/head machining and test cell equipment
Exposure to energy conservation initiatives and predictive maintenance techniques
Certifications in CNC machining, safety (e.g., OSHA), or industrial automation
Job Manufacturing
Organization Cummins Inc.
Role Category On-site
Job Type Shop
ReqID 2414948
Relocation Package Yes