Jobs at Blue Bird

Leads integrated design and procurement project management for the next-generation F53/F59 chassis platform. Coordinates engineering, procurement, supply chain, suppliers, Ford, Detroit Chassis, and body builders to ensure design readiness, technical transfer, sourcing, supplier and material readiness, quality, cost, and launch timing. Manages risks, milestones, supplier onboarding, validation, documentation, tooling, and production readiness while providing leadership with updates on progress, risks, decisions, and mitigation plans.

Serve as the HRIS business analyst bridging HR and IT: gather and document requirements, map and improve HR/payroll/training workflows, configure and test HRMS upgrades and integrations, develop reports and dashboards, maintain data integrity, support users with training and SOPs, and coordinate vendor and project activities.

Lead end-to-end technical engineering projects for EV and powertrain programs. Create and maintain schedules, manage risks and budgets, coordinate cross-functional teams, enforce PDS compliance, draft SOWs, and present status at executive gate reviews to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery of complex manufacturing and R&D initiatives.

Lead physical integration, validation, and optimization of complete vehicle systems from prototype to production. Plan and execute vehicle tests (durability, dynamics, thermal), instrument prototypes, analyze DAQ data, perform root-cause analyses, ensure FMVSS and safety compliance, and collaborate with design, simulation, and manufacturing teams to tune system-level performance.

Lead development and execution of simulation/CAE strategy across product development. Drive model validation and correlation to physical tests, develop automated CAE workflows, diagnose field issues with root-cause analysis, and partner with design, test, and manufacturing to optimize safety, cost, reliability, and manufacturability through predictive simulation from concept to launch.

Accountable for all Main Assembly plant operations (Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, People, Continuous Improvement). Develops and executes plant strategy, manages budgets and capital projects, leads cross-functional teams, drives Lean manufacturing and operational excellence, ensures staffing, training, safety culture, and meets operational and financial objectives.

Lead implementation, configuration, governance, and adoption of Microsoft 365 and Power Platform tools. Partner with business teams to deliver solutions, automate processes, provide support and training, monitor updates and usage, and maintain security, compliance, and documentation.

Support planning and execution of digital, product, and brand marketing initiatives. Manage campaign performance, market and competitive analysis, brand compliance, website and social media optimization, inbound lead generation via CRM, multi-channel advertising, marketing collateral creation, trade show planning and logistics, and cross-functional coordination to drive engagement and sales pipeline.

Lead development, calibration, validation, and optimization of vehicle control strategies across diesel, hybrid, electric, and alternative propulsion systems. Develop production-ready calibrations for propulsion, braking, thermal and energy management; execute vehicle testing, data acquisition, diagnostics, and software release management; collaborate with systems, validation, suppliers, and manufacturing to ensure robust performance from prototype through production launch.

Define and drive vehicle-level architecture, requirements, and integration across mechanical, electrical, software, and controls domains. Create and manage system requirements and ICDs, maintain traceability and verification, lead trade-offs and cross-functional integration, resolve technical issues, and establish scalable systems engineering practices to support prototype through production launches.

The Manufacturing Engineer optimizes production processes through leadership of cross-functional improvements, focusing on safety, quality, and efficiency, while mentoring less experienced engineers.

The Senior Automation Specialist designs and maintains automated manufacturing systems, focusing on reliability, process capability, and integration of robotics, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance production quality and efficiency.

Lead electrical and controls engineering across Blue Bird's vehicle portfolio: set strategy and roadmap, manage multi-site teams, deliver high- and low-voltage architectures and EV systems from concept through launch, ensure safety, compliance, manufacturability, and cross-functional coordination to resolve field and warranty issues.

Manage and supervise production staff on the shop floor to meet output and quality goals. Organize training, onboarding, and workflows; implement procedures to improve efficiency; monitor production stations; communicate expectations; coach and discipline employees; and support continuous improvement and reporting.

The role involves creating and maintaining technical documentation, collaborating with engineering and service teams, and conducting diagnostic training on electric vehicle systems.

Lead evaluation and modernization of mechanical joining methods across buses, standardize fastener catalogs and specifications, ensure FMVSS 221 compliance, define torque and error-proofing strategies, troubleshoot manufacturing/field fastener issues, mentor engineers, and introduce structural adhesive solutions to reduce cost and improve durability.

Convert dealer body and seat plan requests into detailed, manufacturable 2D drawings and designs. Review feasibility, support prototyping and testing, coordinate with engineering, QA, production and suppliers, and ensure compliance with industry safety standards.

Design mechanical components and systems for electric school buses using CAD, support prototype development and testing, ensure compliance with FMVSS and customer requirements, prepare technical documentation, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and design feasibility.

Implement, configure, and troubleshoot on-vehicle telemetry hardware and cloud data pipelines for EV buses. Monitor CAN network data, diagnose faults, provide Level 1 EV support, run uptime and productivity metrics, and develop analytics to predict failures and improve fleet reliability.

Design and develop mechanical components for electric vehicle powertrains using CAD tools; create models, drawings, and test documentation; ensure compliance with FMVSS and customer requirements; support prototypes and design reviews; collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure manufacturability and troubleshoot design issues.