Design Engineer

NFI PartsLouisville, KY

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Overview

Schedule

Full-time

Education

Engineering (PE)

Career level

Senior-level

Remote

On-site

Benefits

Paid Holidays

Paid Vacation

Career Development

Job Description

NFI Parts™ is North America’s most comprehensive organization providing parts, technical publications, training, and support for buses and motor coaches. NFI Parts is the parts division of NFI Group, providing replacement parts for New Flyer® transit buses, MCI® motor coaches, ADL buses, ARBOC® vehicles, as well as the product lines for the acquired NABI and Orion parts businesses. Additionally, NFI Parts has extensive cross references for parts that are common with other bus, coach, and cutaway product lines and has a mature supply base and established relationships with over 1,000 suppliers. Further information is available at www.nfi.parts.com.

Requirements

POSITION SUMMARY

The Design Engineer will support the design of aftermarket components for New Flyer, Motor Coach Industries and Alexander Dennis for legacy passenger vehicles with EV and ICE propulsion packages. They will also provide technical support to internal and external customers of the electrical and electronic vehicle systems, and PLC programming.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

· Design and develop electrical and electronic components for aftermarket vehicle applications and according to Industry and Safety Standards for vehicle maintenance, repair and enhancement.

· Revise schematics, wiring diagrams, and electrical system layouts. Analyze Bill of Materials, validate changes on specifications and provide alternative solutions to recreate obsolete parts.

· Perform electrical testing (e.g. voltage/current measurements, load testing, etc.), troubleshooting design issues and recommended corrective actions.

· Implement ECO (engineering change order) to release new designs through the new parts release process.

· Cross-Functional collaboration with mechanical engineers, suppliers, and management. Participate in design review meetings and problem-solving activities. Present technical and project related concepts ideas for shareholder’s approval.

· Provide support with new product launch and production inquiries. Investigate field failures and warranty returns. Support continuous improvement and cost reduction initiatives.

· Technical writing of installation instructions to support the release of retrofit kits and design improvements.

· Additional duties may be assigned as needed to support engineering objectives, product development initiatives, and overall business operations.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

· 4+ year degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

· 0-3 years engineering experience.

· Understanding of low and high voltage vehicle systems and CAN bus communication.

· Excellent written/verbal communication and organizational skills.

· Knowledge of quality assurance and quality control principle.

· Knowledge of NX Unigraphics or similar CAD programs, multimeters, and oscilloscope preferred.

· Ability to travel (5%) to domestic and international customer locations or manufacturing facilities.

Benefits

WHY JOIN OUR TEAM:

Be part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility and creating a better product, a better workplace, and a better world
Competitive wages and comprehensive benefit package
Paid holidays and vacation
401K with generous company match
Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members
On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment (we invested $15.9 million in 2024)
Advancement opportunities within our family of companies

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design and deliver exceptional transportation solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient and reliable.

NFI Group is a leading independent global bus manufacturer providing a comprehensive suite of mass transportation solutions. News and information are available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, www.arbocsv.com, www.alexander-dennis.com, www.carfaircomposites.com and www.nfi.parts.

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This job at NFI Parts is located in Louisville, KY, according to the details provided by the employer. Some roles may also include multiple work locations depending on the requirement.

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NFI Parts lists this role as a Full-time position.

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NFI Parts is looking for a candidate with "Senior-level" experience level.

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The education requirement for this position is Engineering (PE). Candidates with relevant qualifications or equivalent experience may also be considered.

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NFI Parts offers following benefits: Paid Holidays, Paid Vacation, Career Development, and 401k Matching/Retirement Savings for this position. Actual benefits may vary depending on the employer's policies and employment terms.

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