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Blue Bird

Materials Engineer

Macon, GA · On-site

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in materials engineering, product development, or failure analysis within an automotive, heavy truck, or aerospace manufacturing environment. * All candidates ...

Blue Bird

Materials Engineer

Macon, GA · On-site

Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in materials engineering, product development, or failure analysis within an automotive, heavy truck, or aerospace manufacturing environment. * All candidates ...

Lockheed Martin Corporation

Materials Engineer

Sunnyvale, CA · On-site

$88K - $163K/yr

... aerospace experience. • Proficient in AI prompting as it applies to this position and practice ... Represented full time employees accrue 6.67 hours of Vacation per month; accrue up to 52 hours of ...

Neuralink

Materials Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

Team Description: The Materials Engineering Team at Neuralink develops and qualifies high ... Medical device or aerospace reliability background (DV/V&V, FDA regulatory context). * Python for ...

Neuralink

Materials Engineer

Austin, TX · On-site

$113K - $209K/yr

Medical device or aerospace reliability background (DV/V&V, FDA regulatory context). * Python for ... Base Salary Range: $113,000-$209,000 USD What We Offer: Full-time employees are eligible for the ...

Schaeffler

Materials Engineer

Wooster, OH · On-site

As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace ... Demonstrate 3 to 5 years of professional experience in materials engineering, with a strong ...

Schaeffler

Materials Engineer

Wooster, OH · On-site

As a partner to all of the major automobile manufacturers, as well as key players in the aerospace ... Demonstrate 3 to 5 years of professional experience in materials engineering, with a strong ...

Ursa Major

Senior Materials Engineer

Greeley, CO · On-site

$108K - $135K/yr

The future of aerospace and defense starts here. Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how ... Classification: Full-time Exempt Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for ...

Ursa Major

Senior Materials Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$108K - $135K/yr

The future of aerospace and defense starts here. Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how ... Classification: Full-time Exempt Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for ...

Ursa Major

Senior Materials Engineer

Berthoud, CO · On-site

$108K - $135K/yr

The future of aerospace and defense starts here. Ursa Major was founded to revolutionize how ... Classification: Full-time Exempt Benefits Include: (Please note, Interns are not eligible for ...

AA Metals Inc

Materials Engineer

Williamsport, PA

Materials Engineer Position Overview: The Materials Engineer is responsible for supporting the ... Work Schedule: * Full-time position with possible on-call availability for emergencies. * Rotating ...

AA Metals

Materials Engineer

Williamsport, PA · On-site

Materials Engineer Position Overview: The Materials Engineer is responsible for supporting the ... Work Schedule: * Full-time position with possible on-call availability for emergencies. * Rotating ...

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Materials Engineer

Blue Bird

Macon, GA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 13 days ago

Job 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 Materials Engineer in will research, test, and qualify materials to optimize the safety, structural integrity, and longevity of Blue Bird's school bus and commercial vehicle. This role drives innovation in light-weighting, corrosion resistance, and sustainability for both traditional and electric vehicle (EV) chassis and bodies. The Materials Engineer will serve as the company's subject matter expert for all materials used in our products and will champion innovation be leading the introduction of advanced materials which comply with strict safety, durability, and regulatory standards.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Material Selection & Innovation: Evaluate and select metals, alloys, plastics, composites, polymers, and coatings for body structures, chassis components, and thermal management systems.
  • Testing & Characterization: Conduct mechanical, metallurgical, and chemical testing (e.g., tensile, hardness, microscopic analysis, corrosion) to validate supplier materials.
  • Failure Analysis: Lead comprehensive root cause analysis (RCA) on component failures from the field or production line, delivering technical reports and corrective actions.
  • Supplier Quality Validation: Partner with Procurement and Quality teams to audit supplier manufacturing processes, establishing technical material specifications and incoming inspection standards.
  • Continuous Improvement: Identify and drive material-substitution opportunities to reduce vehicle weight, lower manufacturing costs, and improve fuel/battery efficiency without sacrificing structural integrity.
  • Regulatory & Safety Compliance: Ensure all engineering materials comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standards (FMVSS), environmental regulations (e.g., REACH/RoHS), and internal corporate sustainability goals.
  • Cross-Functional Consultation: Act as the technical subject matter expert (SME) for Design Engineering and Manufacturing Operations, advising on material behavior during stamping, welding, and painting.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES FOR SUCCESS
  • Technical Domain Expertise: Deep understanding of metallurgy, polymer chemistry, structural composites, and material coatings (e.g. e-coat, primer, paint, and powder coating).
  • Analytical Laboratory Skills: Proficiency with lab equipment such as optical microscopes, spectrometers, hardness testers, and scanning electron microscopes (SEM).
  • Manufacturing Process Literacy: Solid understanding of how material properties change during automotive manufacturing processes like hot/cold stamping, robotic welding, and adhesive bonding.
  • Standards & Specifications Mastery: Familiarity with ASTM, SAE, ISO, and FMVSS engineering material standards and testing protocols.
  • Problem-Solving & Data Analysis: Strong data-driven troubleshooting skills with the ability to translate complex lab data into actionable engineering recommendations.

BASIC EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
  • Education: Bachelor of Science degree in Materials Science Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering, or Chemical Engineering from an accredited institution.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3 to 5 years of experience in materials engineering, product development, or failure analysis within an automotive, heavy truck, or aerospace manufacturing environment.
  • 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.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Direct experience working with high-strength steels (AHSS), aluminum alloys, and/or composite materials aimed at automotive vehicle weight reduction.
  • Familiarity with battery-pack materials, thermal interface materials (TIMs), or high-voltage insulation systems used in Electric Vehicles (EVs).
  • Advanced engineering degree, such as a Master of Science or Ph.D. in Materials Science.
  • Hands-on experience utilizing Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems (e.g., Dassault Systèmes 3DEXPERIENCE) to manage material databases and technical specifications.

WE VALUE
  • 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 to help you unleash the best you.
  • Working in a collaborative team and balancing the needs of individual stakeholders while delivering corporate objectives.

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

WORK CONDITIONS
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

*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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