Manufacturing Eng Tech

Australian Blue Bird Brand Pty Ltd; Fort Valley (GA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

14 paid holidays

Vacation time

401k matching

Job summary

Blue Bird Corporation is seeking a Manufacturing Engineering Technician – CAD to support manufacturing by maintaining facility and tooling drawings, developing CNC programs for the plywood router, and keeping engineering documentation up to date. Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, you will work with minimal supervision to verify floor dimensions and assist with purchasing needs.

The role involves cross-department coordination to ensure safety, quality, and operational

Qualifications

• Proficiency in technical drafting using CATIA and DraftSight.
• Knowledge of bus body and chassis construction and related tooling.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, rough sketches, and marked prints.
• Ability to take accurate measurements and translate production floor information into clear drawings.
• Working knowledge of CNC programming for plywood routing applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with PLM, LN, BBOND, and BOSS.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain organized engineering records.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage several assignments.
• Effective written and verbal communication across departments.

Responsibilities

• Create, update, and maintain CAD drawings and databases for facility layouts, jigs, and equipment.
• Take measurements on the production floor to verify facility dimensions.
• Interpret rough sketches and engineering information to revise drawings.
• Create and maintain CNC programs for plywood routing.
• Support purchasing activities for departmental materials and tools.
• Maintain engineering documents like JES, work instructions, PFMEAs.
• Coordinate with departments to obtain information and meet requirements.
• Manage multiple assignments with priorities and timelines.
• Follow safety policies and wear PPE.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Skills

CAD drafting

CATIA

DraftSight

read blueprints

CNC programming

team collaboration

attention to detail

written/verbal comms

independent work

Education

Technical drafting training

Tools

CATIA

DraftSight

CNC programs

PLM

LN

BBOND

BOSS

Job description

Blue Bird Fort Valley
402 Blue Bird Blvd
Fort Valley, GA 31030, USA

Description

About Blue Bird Corporation

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 .

JOB SUMMARY

The Manufacturing Engineering Technician – CAD supports manufacturing operations by maintaining accurate facility and tooling drawings, developing CNC programs for the plywood router, and maintaining engineering documentation. Reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, this position works with minimal supervision to complete technical assignments, verify production floor dimensions, and support departmental purchasing needs. The technician collaborates across departments to ensure work meets established safety, quality, and operational requirements.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Create, update, and maintain computer-aided design (CAD) drawings and associated databases for facility layouts, jigs, and related manufacturing equipment.
• Take measurements on the production floor to verify facility dimensions and ensure drawings accurately reflect existing conditions.
• Interpret rough sketches, marked drawings, and engineering information to prepare or revise technical drawings.
• Create and maintain computer numerical control (CNC) programs for the plywood router to support production requirements.
• Support purchasing activities for departmental materials, tools, equipment, and other needs.
• Maintain engineering documents, including job element sheets (JES), work instructions, and process failure mode and effects analyses (PFMEAs), ensuring records remain accurate and current.
• Coordinate with Manufacturing Engineering, Production, and other departments to obtain information, clarify requirements, and complete assigned work.
• Manage multiple assignments while meeting established priorities, quality standards, and completion timelines.
• Follow all safety policies, rules, and procedures, including the proper use of required personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS

• Proficiency in CAD drafting using CATIA and DraftSight.
• Knowledge of bus body and chassis construction and the tools and equipment used in manufacturing operations.
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, rough sketches, and marked prints.
• Ability to take accurate measurements and translate production floor information into clear, precise drawings.
• Working knowledge of CNC programming for plywood routing applications.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and familiarity with departmental systems, including PLM, LN, BBOND, and BOSS.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to maintain organized, accurate engineering records.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and manage several assignments concurrently.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to exchange technical information across departments.
• Ability to work collaboratively and provide task-related direction to others as needed.

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

• Demonstrated proficiency in technical drafting using CATIA and DraftSight, developed through relevant training or practical experience.
• Technical knowledge sufficient to interpret engineering drawings, maintain manufacturing documentation, and create and update CNC programs for the plywood router.

INCLUDES

• Benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k matching

WORK CONDITIONS

• Work is performed in both office and manufacturing environments, including time on the production floor to take measurements and verify facility information.
• Duties require physical activity, including lifting and carrying materials, bending, and climbing as necessary to complete assigned work.
• Required PPE must be worn in designated areas.
• Overtime is required as needed to support operational demands.
• Employees must meet established attendance, quality, and maintenance standards.

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