Sr. Electrical Architecture Engineer

Lead Electrical Architecture 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.The Lead Electrical Architecture Engineer is responsible for defining and implementing the electrical architecture for next-generation commercial vehicle platforms from concept through production launch. This role owns the vehicle electrical backbone, including low- and high-voltage power distribution, communication networks, electrical interfaces, wiring architecture, and system integration strategy. Working closely with the Systems & Integration engineering teams, this position ensures all electrical systems integrate seamlessly into the overall vehicle architecture while supporting manufacturability, serviceability, reliability, and future scalability. The role provides technical leadership to internal engineering teams, suppliers, and external engineering partners while maintaining ownership of electrical architecture decisions, technical standards, interface definition, and design quality throughout the product lifecycle. This is a high-impact technical leadership role for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys building new architectures from a clean sheet, and wants meaningful ownership over the electrical foundation of an entirely new vehicle platform.

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 Demonstrated experience defining vehicle electrical architecture, communication networks, and electrical integration strategies for production vehicle programs Experience leading cross-functional electrical integration activities through prototype development, validation, manufacturing launch, and production Experience working directly with suppliers and external engineering organizations Experience implementing multiplex electrical systems and distributed vehicle controls Experience with Model-Based Systems Engineering (MBSE), SysML, or architecture modeling tools Familiarity with functional safety (ISO 26262), cybersecurity (ISO/SAE 21434), and ASPICE principles Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or related discipline We're Looking For Someone WhoTakes ownership of complex technical challenges and drives them to resolution Thrives in ambiguity and enjoys creating new architectures from a clean sheet Operates with urgency while maintaining sound engineering judgment Thinks in systems, interfaces, and long-term platform strategy Can balance engineering rigor with manufacturing realities, supplier capabilities, and aggressive launch timing Can influence technical direction across cross-functional teams and external engineering partners without direct authority Wants meaningful ownership over the electrical architecture of an entirely new commercial vehicle platform IncludesContinued Professional Development Benefits including medical, dental and vision insurance, 14 paid holidays, vacation time and 401k matching Work Conditions 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 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. LI-Onsite