Aftermarket Applications Engineer

Blue Bird (NASDAQ: BLBD) is recognized as a technology leader and innovator of school buses since its founding in 1927. Our dedicated team members design, engineer and manufacture school buses with a singular focus on safety, reliability, and durability. School buses carry the most precious cargo in the world – 25 million children twice a day – making them the most trusted mode of student transportation. The company is the proven leader in low- and zero-emission school buses with more than 25,000 propane, natural gas, and electric powered buses sold. Blue Bird is transforming the student transportation industry through cleaner energy solutions. For more information on Blue Bird’s complete product and service portfolio, visit www.blue-bird.com. 

We are pleased to share that we have an exciting career opportunity for an Aftermarket Applications Engineer to serve as a key member of the Blue Bird Parts Team.  This role will work closely with our Aftermarket Purchasing Team to identify, validate, and determine the parts required for our Blue Bird equipment. The ideal candidate will maintain technical documentation, recommend alternative parts, suppliers, and support the management of PLM projects.  

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

• →Office environment and production environment  
• →Must work in a manufacturing environment with exposure to heat, cold and noise 
• →Fast-paced production area with moving objects and sheet metal 
• →Occasional periods of standing or sitting for extended periods of time 
• →You must wear appropriate PPE when and where required 
• →Frequent weeks working 40+ hours 
• →Frequent communication with people throughout the day 
• →Travel up 10% for Supplier and Dealer visits for part qualification and investigation for chronic field issues 

*The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive.  They represent typical elements and criteria necessary to successfully perform the job.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions 

Blue Bird® is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We strive to have the best available talent in every job based on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities each person brings.  Blue Bird is committed to compliance with all applicable laws providing equal employment opportunities. This commitment applies to all persons involved in Company operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination in all forms. 

All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States and will be required to provide proof of employment eligibility at the time of hire.

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