Development Engineer - Methods Development

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.

Join us as a Development Engineer on our Off Road Vehicles (ORV) Methods Development this important role you will support ORV engineering by working closely with product and validation teams to design effective lab and field test methods. Your contributions will help improve our vehicles performance and reliability as you collaborate on innovative engineering solutions.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Work with platform and systems teams to identify test method gaps and work to close them
• Guide requirement-based testing analytic tools and early testing to support development & Validations Methods
• Mature standardize and document test methods
• Create present and maintain test documentation
• Develop test processes to improve efficiency and assure consistency
• Specify and procure new test equipment
• Ensure test correlation to product-specific duty cycles and Reliability targets
• Adapt test methodologies to address test detection needs as compared to customer usage and warranty
• Train and mentor others in testing methodologies.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.

SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE:

• B.S in Mechanical Engineering or Related
• Minimum 2 years testing/validation experience
• Strong oral and written communication skills
• Demonstrated ability to form cross functional relationships
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to influence others
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical or electrical systems and problem-solving
• Experience with data collection data processing
• Knowledge of reliability and quality systems tools desired
• Valid drivers license required
• Powersports experience preferred
• Travel <10%

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $72000 to $95000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education experience knowledge skills and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

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 market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance 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 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 high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER RZR and Polaris GENERAL side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Indian Motorcycle mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats including industry-leading 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.

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related 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 at or.To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law see:Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal ().