Cummins

GEOS ISO 17025 Strategy Leader

Cummins • $110K — $130K *
Columbus, IN 47201In-Person
Technical Services
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, quality, metrology, or related technical field; advanced degree beneficial.
  • Strong technical fundamentals in measurement systems, calibration, fluids, and thermodynamics.
  • Significant experience with ISO 17025 accreditation processes and quality systems.
  • Proven ability in developing and teaching measurement uncertainty budgets.
  • Strong communication skills for influencing diverse teams globally.
  • Ability to mentor engineers and simplify complex technical concepts.
  • ISO 17025 auditor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the global ISO 17025 accreditation strategy and governance.
  • Assess laboratories for ISO 17025 accreditation based on business value and strategic benefits.
  • Maintain a global accreditation roadmap and footprint view of lab capabilities.
  • Partner with lab leaders for current and future accreditation efforts.
  • Oversee Measurement Uncertainty Analysis governance and training.
  • Mentor engineers in measurement uncertainty and budget development.
  • Provide strategic leadership to standardize lab quality practices globally.

Benefits

  • Access to advanced technical training and mentoring opportunities.
  • Work in a role that directly influences environmental compliance and emissions strategy.
  • Opportunity to collaborate with industry and academic partners.
  • Gain recognition as a technical expert in ISO 17025 accreditation and lab quality management.
  • Possibility to drive organizational change and improvement in engineering processes.
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are looking for a talented GEOS ISO 17025 Strategy Leader to join our team specializing in Engineering in Columbus, IN.

In this role, you will make an impact in the following ways:
  • Influence high-impact, cross-functional decisions by synthesizing stakeholder input into clear, data-driven recommendations that guide design, feasibility, and system architecture.
  • Set direction for projects by using systems expertise to define medium-term goals, align teams, and ensure consistent technical progress across analysis, testing, and execution.
  • Lead and optimize engineering processes (PPP, PPT, VPI/VPC, ESW, FEP, ALD&V) to improve quality, speed, and consistency across programs and business units.
  • Leverage advanced thermal and fluid science tools (e.g., GT-Suite, Fluent, Converge, CDAT) to generate insights that directly improve product performance, emissions, and reliability.
  • Provide leadership in resolving complex, ambiguous system issues with potential global impact, ensuring robust, scalable solutions.
  • Drive organizational effectiveness by leading cross-functional and cross-business unit process improvements that enhance engineering capability and outcomes.
  • Coordinate and lead technical teams, ensuring alignment, accountability, and efficient execution while developing team capability.
  • Act as a recognized technical expert and mentor, building organizational strength through coaching, knowledge sharing, and potential collaboration with industry and academic partners.


Responsibilities

To be successful in this role you will need the following:
  • Build deep technical expertise in fluid dynamics, heat transfer, and thermodynamics to confidently predict system behavior and guide high-impact engineering decisions.
  • Leverage modeling, simulation, and analytical tools to generate insights that influence design, optimize performance, and reduce risk across systems.
  • Proactively identify and mitigate failure modes by understanding system interactions, ensuring strong reliability and robust product performance.
  • Apply structured, data-driven problem solving to resolve complex issues, eliminate root causes, and implement sustainable solutions that protect the customer.
  • Translate stakeholder needs into clear, traceable system requirements and manage them throughout the lifecycle to ensure alignment and successful delivery.
  • Demonstrate strong systems thinking by understanding interactions across components, controls, and environments to drive optimized, end-to-end solutions.
  • Navigate ambiguity and complexity by making sound, timely decisions with incomplete information while maintaining focus on outcomes and project progress.
  • Collaborate effectively, communicate clearly, and build strong networks while continuously improving processes and fostering innovation through diverse perspectives.


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 Technical Specialist/Specialist Engineering equivalent work experience in a relevant discipline area is required with a demonstrated track record of technical problem solving, quality decision making and providing technical direction and leadership to a project team(s).
  • Knowledge of MS Office tools is preferred


Qualifications

Additional Information:
  • Individual contributor role created as part of a business strategic initiative to standardize the global lab quality foundation that supports the overall emissions strategy. The role is not intended to require deep emissions-specific program knowledge; it aligns to emissions strategy by improving lab accreditation decisions, measurement quality, operating consistency, uptime, and future capability planning.

Key responsibilities:
  • Lead the global ISO 17025 accreditation strategy and governance model.
  • Determine which labs should pursue, maintain, or avoid ISO 17025 accreditation based on business value, customer or compliance need, cost, time, and strategic benefit.
  • Build and maintain a global accreditation roadmap and lab footprint view.
  • Partner with lab leaders for current and future accreditation efforts, including CTC Airflow Lab, LDTC / Light Duty Tech Center, and future lab opportunities.
  • Work with A2LA and other accrediting bodies as needed to support accreditation readiness, audits, corrective actions, and maintenance.
  • Lead global Measurement Uncertainty Analysis governance, including common methods, tools, budget development, review expectations, and training.
  • Mentor engineers and lab teams in measurement uncertainty concepts and practical budget development.
  • Support emissions strategy by strengthening the lab foundation that enables reliable data, reduced downtime, improved efficiency, and future capability readiness.
  • Today, this work is managed locally by individual labs, lab leaders, quality resources, and project teams without one dedicated global owner. This role creates a single point of strategic leadership and standardization.


Minimum qualifications/experience/knowledge:
  • Bachelor's degree in engineering, technology, quality, metrology, laboratory sciences, or related technical field; advanced degree beneficial or 2-year associate degree in engineering, technology, quality, metrology, laboratory sciences, or related technical field and 5 years of relevant experience.
  • Strong technical fundamentals in laboratory measurement systems, calibration, airflow/fluid systems, test systems, thermodynamics, or related measurement disciplines.
  • Significant experience with ISO 17025 accreditation requirements, lab quality systems, audit readiness, corrective actions, and accreditation maintenance.
  • Practical experience building, reviewing, or teaching measurement uncertainty budgets.
  • Ability to develop governance frameworks, standard work, technical training, and decision criteria across multiple labs.
  • Strong communication and influence skills across global, cross-functional teams.
  • Ability to mentor engineers and translate complex technical concepts into practical application.
  • ISO 17025 auditor experience is strongly preferred/beneficial.
  • Emissions lab experience is beneficial but not required; the role supports the emissions strategy through lab quality, measurement confidence, uptime, and capability planning.

About Cummins

Cummins Power Generation is a world leader in the design and manufacture of power generation equipment, including PowerCommand standby and prime power systems. They also provide single-source warranty, planned maintenance, and round-the-clock emergency service 24 hours a day, seven days a week including back-up power rental through their network of distributors. Part of the world-wide power systems business which has annual sales of more than $1.2 billion, Cummins Power Generation's strength comes from being a division of Cummins Inc. Cummins Power Generation has unique expertise in that all aspects of generator set design, manufacture and service have been brought together in one company. All the major components - the engine, alternator and control systems - are manufactured by divisions of Cummins. This integral approach means each element of a generating set is matched to work in harmony from the start. Providing what the customer wants is at the core of Cummins' manufacturing philosophy. For generating set customers this means a choice of mobile, stationary, open or sound attenuated versions is available for all models.

Cummins Careers

Join the dynamic world of Cummins, a global leader in power solutions, where innovation and leadership drive our mission to power a more prosperous world. At Cummins, we offer unparalleled job opportunities in engineering, technology, and business management, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and impactful careers. Work You’ll Do At Cummins, you’ll be part of a team that values diversity and is committed to creating inclusive growth opportunities for all employees. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity, and bringing your whole self to work. We believe in your potential and encourage every team member to reach their personal and professional goals. Join our industry-leading team to help develop groundbreaking solutions and technologies that impact markets and communities across the globe. Your work at Cummins will not only contribute to global innovation but also ensure sustainable practices that benefit future generations. Professional Growth and Development Cummins is dedicated to the professional growth of its employees. We offer a variety of leadership and diversity training programs designed to enhance your skills and advance your career. From hands-on internships for emerging talents to leadership programs for seasoned professionals, Cummins provides resources and global opportunities to learn, thrive, and lead in your respective field. Innovative Work Environment Our commitment to innovation is at the core of what we do. At Cummins, you will collaborate with skilled colleagues who are eager to share knowledge and ideas. We foster an environment where creative thinking and proactive leadership are encouraged, driving us forward in the areas of clean energy and environmental sustainability. Benefits and Culture Cummins employees enjoy a range of benefits designed to support their physical, financial, and emotional well-being. Among these are comprehensive health care options, competitive retirement plans, and flexible work arrangements. Our supportive culture champions community involvement and a work-life balance that accommodates the diverse needs of our team members. Join Our Team Explore the numerous job opportunities at Cummins where your skills and interests can be matched with the right position, helping you to excel. We are continuously hiring and looking for ambitious, curious, and innovative individuals ready to make a significant impact. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest at Cummins by following our careers blog. Gain insights from insiders, learn about our employment practices, and discover how our team is leading the charge in global power solutions. Job Alert Emails Customize your experience by subscribing to Cummins job alerts. Receive updates on new postings, company news, and insider tips directly tailored to your career interests. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at Cummins. At Cummins, your career is just beginning. Join us, and power your potential on a global stage.
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Size
59,900 employees
Market Cap
$34.3 billion
Industry
Manufacturing & Automotive
Net Income
$1.7 billion
Founded
1919
5 Year Trend
+6.5%
Revenue
$19.8 billion
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