Blue Bird Appoints Senior Vice President of Engineering

Lyndon Lie to oversee engineering innovation and growth amid Micro Bird expansion

MACON, Ga.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Blue Bird Corporation (Nasdaq: BLBD), the leader in electric and low-emission school buses, has announced the appointment of Lyndon Lie as senior vice president of engineering. In this role, Lie will oversee all engineering functions across Blue Bird’s platforms to support the company’s long-term growth strategy.

Lie will be responsible for leading product development, platform engineering, innovation and execution. He will also manage the integration of engineering activities related to the Micro Bird acquisition. This strategic appointment aims to enhance Blue Bird’s product portfolio and expand its engineering capabilities to deliver innovative solutions to customers worldwide.

“Lyndon brings a wealth of knowledge and a proven track record of leading complex engineering organizations,” said John Wyskiel, Blue Bird’s president and CEO. “His extensive expertise in vehicle systems and electrification will be critical as we scale our engineering capabilities, integrate our upcoming acquisitions, and deliver innovative, industry-leading solutions for our customers.”

With over 30 years of experience, Lie is a seasoned global engineering executive with a strong background in multi-platform product development across the automotive and commercial vehicle industries. His previous senior engineering and technology leadership roles include positions at Volkswagen Group of America, Nikola Corporation, General Motors and TPI Composites. Throughout his career, his responsibilities have encompassed vehicle systems, electrification, advanced driver-assistance technologies, and global product launches.

“I am incredibly honored to join Blue Bird to lead the technology transformation at this well-respected American company that is focused on the safety of our children,” Lie said. “I look forward to collaborating with the executive team to drive innovation, advance our platform engineering, and ensure a seamless integration of the Micro Bird acquisition to meet the evolving needs of the market.”

Lie holds a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Oakland University and an Executive MBA from Michigan State University.

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.