New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing advanced transportation solutions under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands. As part of our commitment to sustainability and innovation, we also offer infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, ensuring safe and reliable mobility options. To learn more about our mission and values, visit www.newflyer.com.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an Electrical Designer or Engineer to join our Electrical New Product Development (NPD) team. In this key role, you will manage engineering design tasks and projects focusing on electrical systems, guiding them from concept through to production implementation. Your expertise will encompass all related design activities, including calculations, communication, documentation, and material requirements.

• Executes and completes engineering design tasks and project assignments in support of prototyping/testing & product development activities per NPD product development processes.
• Coordinates own tasks to ensure deadlines are met per project schedule and applicable lead times. Includes maintaining task status, task progress and communicating risks to task scope change.
• Performs engineering calculations and analysis to ensure compliance with design criteria and all applicable standards and regulations.
• Checks engineering documents, instructions to service, shop floor instructions and other documents as authorized.
• Common functions with other NPD Roles:

1. Responsible: Creation of engineering designs that meet customer specifications, technical summaries, other contract documents and any applicable standards or industry best practices. Ensures designs meet performance, buildability, design efficiency and align with outlined design philosophy.
2. Responsible: Completes controlled testing of components and system to meet contractual obligations, vendor requirements (SAA), ensure product reliability, performance and verify component fit.
3. Responsible: Completes engineering drawings and release documents in accordance with engineering procedures.
4. Responsible: Interacts with suppliers (which may include end customer) on design-related issues during development that may require an end goal of supplier application approval.
5. Responsible: Performance of project design reviews.
6. Responsible: Creates other technical documents such as instructions to service, Shop Floor Instructions as authorized.
7. Supports: Documentation of the appropriate use of supplier's product for the application from review of supplier's requirements and intended operation and developmental discussions for fitness of use in the New Flyer product including supplier application approval and any associated testing and customer configuration audits.
8. Supports: Completes product launch integration to production, quality assurance, customer service support and other departments as directed.
9. Consults: Product requirements and technical content are developed and maintained in accordance with specifications.
10. Consults: Bid documents such as customer specifications, technical summaries, supplier quotations, approved equals. and others are reviewed for appropriate interpretation and compliance.
11. Consults: Performance of applicable FMEA and Hazard Analysis exercises.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Technology Diploma or an equivalent combination of education, skills and experience will be considered.
• Registered (or eligible to be registered) as a Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist.
• Five or more years of design experience, and demonstrating ability to achieve performance objectives.
• Proficient in designs involving multiplexing systems for heavy-duty vehicles, CAN bus networks, and sensor interfacing.
• Proficiency in CAD software (e.g., SolidWorks, AutoCAD) and familiarity with engineering analysis tools.
• Working experience in electrical integration of automotive systems for heavy-duty buses and coaches, including communication between various vehicle subsystems, and compliance with automotive standards such as SAE J1939, ISO 11898 and ISO 26262.
• Strong multitasking skills in a dynamic work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Collaborative problem-solving abilities and a strong sense of teamwork.
• Self-motivated with the capability to work independently.
• Ability to manage projects efficiently and effectively is an asset.

*Travel is required for this position*

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career advancement.
• Recognized as a Manitoba Top Employer, reflecting our commitment to employee satisfaction and well-being.
• Engage in various employee events promoting a vibrant workplace culture.
• Access to training initiatives and tuition reimbursement for external courses.

Our Purpose: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that prioritize safety, accessibility, efficiency, and reliability.

For further details about us, visit our websites: www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, and others associated with the NFI Group.

Benefits

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading the world's electrification of mass mobility.
• Paid holidays and vacation.
• Passionate about creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world.
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members.
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we've invested $10.9 million in 2023).
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

Leveraging 450 years of combined expertise, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility globally. With zero-emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, we meet today's urban demands for connected, clean, and scalable smart mobility solutions. Discover more about our vision at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, and our partner brands.

New Flyer is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity, ensure equitable experiences and are committed to creating an inclusive environment reflective of the communities we operate. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates' request.