Electrical Development Specialist

New Flyer; Crookston (MN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Paid holidays

Vacation

401k with company match

On‑the‑job training

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

New Flyer is seeking an Electrical Development Specialist to train the Electrical Department and support the Learning Institute and Production teams in Crookston, MN or St. Cloud, MN.

You will identify training needs, develop and deliver classroom and on‑the‑job programs, and help improve electrical quality, safety, and performance. With 5+ years in electrical roles and strong schematics skills, you will lead safety compliance, create and refine standard work instructions, and mentor teams to

Qualifications

• 5+ years in an electrical technician role focusing on OJT techniques.
• Ability to read and apply engineering schematics/drawings.
• Electrical data sheets interpretation and troubleshooting skills.
• Post-secondary electrical certification or degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver practical and technical training to the Electrical Department.
• Collaborate with Learning Institute to plan and execute development programs.
• Establish performance standards and assess competency gaps.
• Enforce electrical safety standards and report unsafe practices.
• Mentor the Electrical Cell Team on SWIs and PQSs.
• Lead Training Matrix maintenance and course evaluations.

Skills

Electrical experience

OJT training

Schematics interpretation

Troubleshooting

Program management

Education

Electrical certification/degree preferred

Job description

ELECTRICAL DEVELOPMENT SPECIALIST

Crookston, MN or St Cloud, MN

Full-Time, Onsite

NFI is a leading global bus manufacturer of mass mobility solutions under the brands New Flyer (heavy‑duty transit buses), MCI (motor coaches), Alexander Dennis Limited (single and double‑deck buses), Plaxton (motor coaches), ARBOC (low‑floor cutaway and medium‑double buses), and NFI Parts. NFI currently offers the widest range of sustainable drive systems available, including zero‑emission electric (trolley, battery, and fuel cell), natural gas, electric hybrid, and clean diesel. In total, NFI supports its installed base in our buses and coaches around the world.

Position Summary:

As an Electrical Development Specialist at New Flyer, you will provide practical and technical training to the Electrical Department while supporting the Learning Institute and Production teams. This role is responsible for identifying training opportunities, developing and delivering classroom and on‑the‑job training, supporting electrical onboarding and certification programs, and helping improve electrical quality, safety, and performance.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be part of a team leading sustainable bus and motorcoach solutions.
• Salary: $80,000 - $90,000 annually 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 invested $11.9 million in 2025)
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies.

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Deliver practical and technical training to the Electrical Department while collaborating with the Learning Institute to plan, select resources for, and execute development programs that ensure a skilled workforce.
• Partnerwith customers, managers, and the Learning Institute to establish performance standards, assess competency gaps, and define targeted training needs across the Electrical Department.
• Manage Compliance & Safety: Enforce strict adherence to electrical safety standards and proactively report and correct unsafe practices or workplace conditions.
• Mentor the Electrical Cell Team in observing, drafting, and refining Standard Work Instructions (SWIs) and Performance Qualification Standards (PQSs).
• Analyze measures of performance (MOPs) relevant to the area of specialization, root cause and determine if relevant training interventions are necessary.
• Support in the development of training methods such as evaluation and validation and determine the effectiveness of the training to validate the cost benefit.
• Lead Learning Institute administrative processes, including course material preparation, attendance tracking, course evaluations, and Training Matrix maintenance
• Identifies, develops and organizes electrical resources in cooperation with Electrical Leadership to schedule electrical personnel required to participate in any classroom and/or on-the-job training.

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in an electrical technician role with a focus of on-the-Job training (OJT) techniques and utilization of training plans and conducting practical training.
• Deep understanding of engineering schematics/drawings, with the ability to interpret and apply them in practical applications.
• Ability to interpret and apply electrical data sheets.
• Strong electrical troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple training programs and priorities simultaneously.
• Electrical certification, diploma, or degree from a post-secondary institution preferred, or equivalent related work experience.

OUR WHY:

We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market‑leading bus and motor coach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable.

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI is leading the electrification of mass mobility around the world. With zero‑emission buses and coaches, infrastructure, and technology, NFI meets today's urban demands for scalable smart mobility solutions. Together, NFI is enabling more livable cities through connected, clean, and sustainable transportation.

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.