Sr Exterior Designer
Sr Exterior Designer
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$ 110000 - 140000
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Job Description
At Polaris Inc. we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our agile working environment. Our people make us who we are and we create incredible products and experiences that empower us to THINK OUTSIDE.
Job Summary:
As a Vehicle Exterior Designer at Polaris you will be part of a Dynamic focused & connected global design team working on forwardthinking advanced concept & production designs as we create the next generation of extreme powersports vehicles in Off Road. We are looking for a Designer who thrives in a team environment and displays a strong ability to manage multiple tasks and timelines. Were searching for a selfigniter with a considerable amount of perception foresight design taste design judgment and creative bravery as well as a high level of skill accuracy and coordination who thrive on exploring the unknown in design and are seeking unique design projects. You will create fresh innovative exterior designs for multiple Polaris vehicles or other products. You will collaboratively refine ideas as you receive feedback and coordinate with the work of other design team members and collaborate with multiple partners to achieve design goals. You will follow design process from the initial research story creation & sketch form to the final release clay model. If you are driven and eager to propel your career forward take your next step in joining a team that will redefine the future of OffRoad Mobility and continue to lead the industry in Off Road Innovation excitement and entertainment.
Job Responsibilities
- Showcases excellence in visual creation and storytelling thru imaginative compelling original solutions and/or adaptations for exterior designs through research visual concept exploration & 3D exploration / .
- Present concepts and ideas to peers and management and participates in peer reviews during the weekly design critique meetings
- Exhibits an excellence in surface exploration development and manipulation
- Partners and collaborates with Engineering to lead designformanufacturing practices and efficiencies while delivering advanced and innovative design solutions
- Leads Design Craftsmanship reviews with crossfunctional partners and teams
- Develops and leads visualbrand characteristics design elements & Form language
- Interpret industry trends and insights into actionable storytelling and design solutions
- Collaborate frequently with the design team sculpting organization engineering and fabrication teams in the development of new designs
- Provide insight and recommendations to leadership while possessing willingness to receive guidance and direction
- Maintain knowledge of current design trends and technology. Present ideas frequently to management and leadership to communicate design ideas
- Exhibit passion courage and a willingness to challenge expectations and be fearless in exploring the future
- Exhibits and practices a curiosity about design trends and technology developments that can influence creative work.
- Advanced skills in verbal & visual communication and storytelling.
- Other duties as assigned
Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)
- Bachelors degree in design (Automotive Design Transportation Design Industrial Design)
- 5 years of professional experience in a design related field automotive transportation powersports is strongly desired
- Blender and or Gravity experience in VR/AR environments.
- Intimate knowledge of plastics and casting tools with the ability to adjust designs to manufacturing criteria
- Strong understanding of form and excellent drawing skills
- Great communication & storytelling skills
- Proven creative proficiency
- Demonstrated ability with electronic tools to communicate 2D ideations
- Ability to work independently and within a team as well as provide mentoring to others
- Please note you must submit a Portfolio to be considered for this position please make sure that you have several series of sketches and ideations
The pay range for Minnesota is $110000 to $140000 per year. Individual salaries are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography.
To qualify for this position former employees must be eligible for rehire and current employees must be in good standing.
We are an ambitious resourceful and driven workforce which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!
At Polaris we put our employees first by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation including a marketleading profitsharing plan that is fundamental to our payforperformance culture.At Polaris employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan. Employees receive a generousmatching contribution to 401(k) financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In addition to competitive pay Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits including health dental and vision insurance wellness programs paid time off gym & personal training reimbursement life insurance and disability offerings. Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off we support employees who actively volunteer their time efforts and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live play and work. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment.
About Polaris
As the global leader in powersports Polaris Inc. (NYSE: PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris highquality product lineup includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL sidebyside offroad vehicles; Sportsman allterrain offroad vehicles; military and commercial offroad vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot motoroadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industryleading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts garments and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris
EEO Statement
Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employmentrelated decisions without regard to race color religion creed sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability marital status familial status status with regard to public assistance membership or activity in a local commission protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process should contact Human Resources ator.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc).
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
