Company:
New Flyer
Location: Anniston
Closing Date: 27/11/2024
Hours: Full Time
Type: Permanent
Job Requirements / Description
New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leading independent bus and coach manufacturer and a leader in electric mass mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date. Proudly serving all 25 of the largest transit agencies in North America, New Flyer actively supports over 35,000 heavy-duty transit buses currently operated by approximately 500 agencies.
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for Engineering Project Coordination in support of production contracts and sales opportunities.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:?
Serve as primary technical correspondent and Engineering representative for production contracts and sales opportunities.
Support bids process from initial proposals through production, including change requests and configuration audits.
Identify, define, and manage technical configuration requirements and clearly communicate details to customers and internal stakeholders. Ensure all technical specifications are addressed prior to bid submission.
Identify technical risks and opportunities. Independently develop strategies to mitigate risks and action opportunities.
Release initial Bill of Material (iBoMs) needed to build heavy duty transit buses and coaches for a wide range of customer specifications. Provide BoM status reports to Management.
Effectively manage and present project documentation.
Assign tasks to Engineering designers to complete contract-specific design work.
Actively contribute or lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.
Mentor and train new employees.
Serve as checker for Engineering change orders (ECOs) prior to release.
Travel: <25% dependent on specific project responsibilities.?
Requirements
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
Knowledge of Engineering Design and Project Management.
Knowledge of Bills of Materials.
Knowledge of the manufacturing industry.
Experience with enterprise database software and engineering product lifecycle management systems considered an asset
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to understand and communicate engineering concepts.
Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Strong attention to detail.
Benefits
New Flyer is an EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.
NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at , , , , , and .
POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible for Engineering Project Coordination in support of production contracts and sales opportunities.
WHAT YOU WILL DO:?
Serve as primary technical correspondent and Engineering representative for production contracts and sales opportunities.
Support bids process from initial proposals through production, including change requests and configuration audits.
Identify, define, and manage technical configuration requirements and clearly communicate details to customers and internal stakeholders. Ensure all technical specifications are addressed prior to bid submission.
Identify technical risks and opportunities. Independently develop strategies to mitigate risks and action opportunities.
Release initial Bill of Material (iBoMs) needed to build heavy duty transit buses and coaches for a wide range of customer specifications. Provide BoM status reports to Management.
Effectively manage and present project documentation.
Assign tasks to Engineering designers to complete contract-specific design work.
Actively contribute or lead cross-functional continuous improvement initiatives.
Mentor and train new employees.
Serve as checker for Engineering change orders (ECOs) prior to release.
Travel: <25% dependent on specific project responsibilities.?
Requirements
WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering or an equivalent combination of education, skills, and experience.
Knowledge of Engineering Design and Project Management.
Knowledge of Bills of Materials.
Knowledge of the manufacturing industry.
Experience with enterprise database software and engineering product lifecycle management systems considered an asset
Effective verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to understand and communicate engineering concepts.
Advanced critical thinking and problem-solving ability.
Strong attention to detail.
Benefits
New Flyer is an EEO/AA/Female/Minority/Disabled/Vets Employer. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.
NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at , , , , , and .