Cummins is a global power technology company with over a century of engineering history, employing approximately 61,600 to 69,900 people worldwide. The company designs, manufactures, and services diesel and alternative fuel engines, generator systems, and related components for heavy-duty trucks, construction equipment, trains, marine vessels, and power generation applications.
For robotics and automation engineers, Cummins' technical footprint spans multiple domains relevant to mobile and industrial platforms. Their work includes diesel and alternative fuel engine design, hydrogen fuel cell technology, battery electric systems, and connected digital services. These powertrain technologies directly support the propulsion and energy needs of autonomous heavy equipment, unmanned marine vessels, and electrified robotic systems operating in demanding field conditions.
The company's portfolio includes hydrogen engines and battery electric power systems alongside traditional diesel platforms, reflecting a multi-pathway approach to decarbonization. Connected digital services round out the offering, providing telemetry and diagnostic capabilities for distributed power systems - infrastructure that robotics platforms increasingly depend on for fleet-level coordination and predictive maintenance.