Sr. Staff Designer, Advanced Concept

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 Sr. Staff Advanced Concept Designer at Polaris you will be part of a Dynamic focused & connected global design team working on forward-thinking 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 self-igniter with a considerable amount of perception foresight design taste design judgment and creativity 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. Your role will be to see the future - researching designing and creating proposals that demonstrate innovative concepts from inception to implementation for dynamic Off-Road vehicles and mobility solutions that redefine their segments in dirt snow and even the road. You will create fresh innovative designs for interior & exteriors for multiple Polaris vehicles or other products. Through the lens of brand strategy brand character and Portfolio refinement you will generate concepts in both 2D and 3D proposals that renew existing Polaris entries and discover new segments of mobility that will grow the brand. 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 re-define the future of Off-Road Mobility and continue to lead the industry in Off Road Innovation excitement and entertainment.

Job Responsibilities

• Create unique interior & exterior designs and concepts for Advanced & Production vehicles and other mobility products through sketches as well as digitally through the use of 2D and 3D technology
• Interpret industry trends and insights into actionable storytelling and design solutions
• Work closely with Product planners to help interpret customer needs and insights into desirable compelling portfolio solutions
• Collaborate frequently with the design team sculpting organization engineering and fabrication teams in the development of new designs
• Have a big-picture perspective on customer needs and future transportation scenarios and create provocative concepts and designs using insights and research collected as a team and individually
• 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
• Work closely with Architectural Engineers UX & HFE teams to create new platforms and vehicle architectures with an influencing Design voice
• Exhibit passion courage and a willingness to challenge expectations and be fearless in exploring the future
• Share expertise with design team and foster a collaborative environment
• Promote continuous learning and elevate team-wide design capabilities

Skills & Abilities (Required Qualifications)

• Bachelors Degree in Design (Automotive Transportation Industrial Design)
• 10 years of professional experience in a design related field automotive transportation powersports is strongly desired
• Strong understanding of form and excellent drawing skills
• Great communication & storytelling skills
• Proven creative proficiency
• Demonstrated ability with electronic tools to communicate 2-D 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 (Applications without portfolios or website/Behance links will not be considered)

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $129000 to $161000 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 ().