Job Description

WELD DESIGN ENGINEER

ST. CLOUD, MN, USA
OR
ANNISTON, AL, USA

Flex/Hybrid
$80,000.00 - $92,000.00 per year

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: As a Weld Design Engineer, you will support the completion of structural and weld design tasks from concept through to production. Your expertise in welding standards, calculations, and computer-aided design (CAD) will directly contribute to our industry-leading transit solutions. Your engineering skills will be an asset to our organization where teamwork, safety, and integrity are valued.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Design welded bus structures that meet customer specifications, technical summaries, and manufacturing capabilities
• Execute calculations and analyses to ensure compliance with design standards and applicable regulations
• Generate and release engineering drawings and bills of materials (BOMs) in accordance with internal procedures
• Coordinate projects with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders to meet deadlines and quality standards
• Conduct or oversee testing to verify component fit, functionality, and reliability
• Provide technical support to production, quality assurance, and customer service teams
• Review and approve design documents, instructions, and floor instructions as authorized
• Maintain project documentation and track progress in engineering systems
• Interpret Finite Element Analysis (FEA) reports to support design decisions
• Engage with suppliers and customers to validate design implementations

Requirements

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Engineering
• Registered Professional Engineer (P.Eng), preferably with a focus in welding or structural design
• Minimum 4 years of design release experience in a manufacturing environment
• Certification from the Canadian Welding Bureau (CWB)
• Proficient with Siemens NX (a 3D CAD software) and Teamcenter (a product lifecycle management system)
• Ability to interpret and apply Finite Element Analysis (FEA) data
• Strong organizational and time management skills; able to manage multiple priorities
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills
• Comfortable working independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to perform occasional site visits (minimal travel required)

Benefits

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive Wages and comprehensive benefit package with Immediate benefit eligibility
• Paid holidays and vacation
• 401K with generous company match
• 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

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  .

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