Co-Op Student

Blue Bird Corporation•Fort Valley, GA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

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 Blue Bird's Engineering Co-op students will assist in the development and analysis of products, materials, processes or equipment. The students will engage in a variety of work experiences applying their theoretical knowledge to real world business challenges. Kettering Engineering Co-op students will support one or more experienced engineers completing moderately complex tasks in a production and/or product design engineering environment.

Requirements

Able to work full-time (40 hours/week) during work term
Strong interest in automotive engineering
Familiarity with CAD software, preferred; CATIA preferred
Ability to create and/or update drawings in AutoCAD, preferred
Ability to work semi-autonomously with appropriate guidance and direction
At least 18 years of age prior to the start of the Co-op assignment
Must possess a valid United States' driver's license
Must have excellent written and oral communication skills
Must be a team player and able to get along with individuals from other groups in the organization
Must be motivated and eager to learn industry concepts
Undergraduate or graduate level student currently pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Manufacturing Engineering
Must be in good academic standing, with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0
All candidates must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

Nice To Haves

Ability to anticipate and understand customer needs and provide guidance
Excellent interpersonal and customer relationship skills to handle difficult and sensitive matters.
Strong project management skills.
Exposure to difficult or complex projects a plus.
Ability to influence stakeholders
Effective communication and ability to communicate complex details in a clear manner.
Flexible workspaces and work hours that help you unleash the best you.
Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

Responsibilities

Under the supervision of an experienced engineer, perform analysis on existing products; assist in the design and development of future products; perform analysis on both completed and future launches; and conduct quality assurance on system safety, launch and production operations
Undertakes and successfully completes simple or basic project/product development tasks to include any of the following: writing and/or verifying specifications, maintaining product/process documentation, testing processes, equipment, raw materials and product, and validating equipment and processes
May assist in creating concepts and designs or approaches for products, processes or test methods
Designs, procures, and fabricates simple tooling and fixtures
Designs and coordinates engineering tests and experiments
Prepares standard reports/documentation to communicate results to technical community.
Completes basic tasks on engineering documentation
Assists with design and prototype activities including CAD, manufacturing assembly, testing, debugging and documentation
Assists with training technicians/operators on new processes and/or test procedures
Identifies areas for improvement, suggests solutions and submits idea records
Complete basic engineering tasks related to product design, analysis, testing, integration and systems engineering
Engage in meaningful projects and/or studies that promote continuous improvement and operational efficiency
Document outcomes of key projects in order for work to be continued seamlessly by the next term's rotating Co-op student