Student Manufacturing Engineer

St. Cloud, Minnesota, United States
Full-Time, Onsite, Term (4 months – May to August 2026)

New Flyer is North America’s heavy-duty transit bus leader, providing sustainable mobility solutions through transit buses, technology, and infrastructure. New Flyer is a subsidiary of NFI Group, a leader in propulsion agnostic bus and coach mobility solutions. Building on its 90+ year legacy of innovation, New Flyer is the only manufacturer offering all three types of zero-emission transit buses, with over 1,900 zero-emission buses delivered to date.

POSITION SUMMARY:
Support Manufacturing Engineering activities within a production environment, contributing to process improvements, documentation, and operational efficiency. This role offers hands-on experience working alongside engineering teams in a fast-paced manufacturing setting.

WHY JOIN US:

• Be a part of a team leading the world’s electrification of mass mobility
• Competitive wages
• On-the-job training in a continuous learning environment
• Advancement opportunities within our family of companies
• Inclusive workplace culture that values and empowers team members

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Support manufacturing engineering projects and daily operations
• Assist in achieving production and operational performance metrics
• Maintain accurate records in manufacturing logs and systems
• Support design and improvement of tooling, equipment, and workstations
• Assist with production layouts, workflow, and inventory optimization
• Update and maintain standard work instructions
• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives (5S, value stream mapping, etc.)
• Contribute to continuous improvement and problem-solving activities
• Conduct process observations to support consistency and efficiency
• Support material review processes (MRB) for non-conforming materials

WHAT YOU NEED TO BE SUCCESSFUL:

• Currently enrolled in a related post-secondary program in Engineering, Engineering Technology, or a similar field (degree or diploma). Students from both university and technical college programs are encouraged to apply.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proactive, dependable, and eager to learn
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)
• Experience with CAD software (e.g., AutoCAD, NX) is an asset

Physical & Workplace Requirements:

• Ability to stand, walk, and perform physical tasks for extended periods
• Comfortable working in a manufacturing environment
• Ability to lift materials as required and follow safety procedures
• Strong commitment to workplace safety

Salary: $25.00 per hour

OUR WHY: We exist to move people. Our mission is to design, deliver, and support market-leading bus and motorcoach solutions that are safe, accessible, efficient, and reliable. Our values—safety, quality, integrity, accountability, teamwork, and sustainability—are at the core of everything we do. NFI Group | We Move People - YouTube

Leveraging 450 years of combined experience, NFI offers a wide range of propulsion-agnostic bus and coach platforms, including market leading electric models. Through its low- and 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. News and information is available at www.nfigroup.com, www.newflyer.com, www.mcicoach.com, nfi.parts, www.alexander-dennis.com, arbocsv.com, and carfaircomposites.com.

New Flyer is committed to administering all employment matters in accordance with the value we place on fostering an inclusive and welcoming workplace that values the contributions of all team members. We ensure that all employment decisions are based upon merit and comply with applicable employment legislation and requirements. Accommodations are available at all stages of the recruitment process, at the candidates’ request.