Electrical Designer or Engineer

New Flyer is North America's heavy-duty transit bus leader and offers the most advanced product line under the Xcelsior® and Xcelsior CHARGE® brands.

It also offers infrastructure development through NFI Infrastructure Solutions™, providing safe and sustainable mobility solutions.

For more information, visit www.newflyer.com.

POSITION GOAL :

As a key member of the Electrical New Product Development (NPD) team, you will be accountable for completion of engineering design tasks and projects of electrical and PLC programming nature, from concept to implementation in production.

This will include all related design activities, calculations, communications, drawings, and bill of material.

Responsibilities

• 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 :
• 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.

• Responsible : Completes controlled testing of components and system to meet contractual obligations, vendor requirements (SAA), ensure product reliability, performance and verify component fit.
• Responsible : Completes engineering drawings and release documents in accordance with engineering procedures.
• 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.
• Responsible : Performance of project design reviews.
• Responsible : Creates other technical documents such as instructions to service, Shop Floor Instructions as authorized.
• 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.
• Supports : Completes product launch integration to production, quality assurance, customer service support and other departments as directed.
• Consults : Product requirements and technical content are developed and maintained in accordance with specifications.
• Consults : Bid documents such as customer specifications, technical summaries, supplier quotations, approved equals. and others are reviewed for appropriate interpretation and compliance.
• Consults : Performance of applicable FMEA and Hazard Analysis exercises.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering.
• Registered (or eligible to be registered) as a Professional Engineer or Certified Engineering Technologist.
• Three 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.

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM :

• Competitive compensation along with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for continuous learning and career advancement.
• Recognized as a Manitoba Top Employer for several years, reflecting our commitment to employee satisfaction.
• Participate in various employee events throughout the year, promoting a cohesive workplace culture.
• Access to numerous training initiatives and tuition subsidies for external courses.

OUR WHY :

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

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer, offering a robust array of mass transportation solutions. Stay informed through our websites : www.

nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com, and www.nfi.parts.