Cummins·Software Engineer

Cummins Software Engineer interview experience

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PunePosted Sep 2022 · Candidate report, summarized by Dataford

I interviewed for a Cummins Software Engineer position and it was significantly tougher than the more typical behavioral-leaning screens, especially because the role aligned to PLC automation topics.

Round 1 (local team) — A 1–1.5 hour session focused on PLC automation basics, including writing logic and questions about PLC communication.
Round 2 (US team leader) — I had to explain one or two projects in depth, followed by questions spanning both hardware and software aspects.
Round 3 (global team) — A 1 hour interview covering core skill areas and practical documentation/problem-solving, including tools/concepts like TIA Portal, WinCC, safety PLC, and communication protocols. Outcome: I didn’t move forward, and the takeaway was that success depended on genuine,

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