Cummins·Systems Engineer

Cummins Systems Engineer interview experience

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Columbus, INPosted May 2026 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I interviewed for a Software Engineer role on the Electronic Systems team, and the process felt average in difficulty with a clear, conversational flow over a couple of rounds.

Technical round (Electronic Systems) — A conversational deep-dive into embedded systems, hardware design, and core diagnostics fundamentals, with time spent on technical trade-offs.
Behavioral round (STAR-based) — STAR-style questions focused on problem-solving, handling setbacks, and working across functions, with interviewers explaining the team’s actual work to ground fit. Outcome: No offer; the takeaway was to know my projects well and be ready for honest, technical follow-ups tied to real work.

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