Controls Engineer

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 Description Summary:

Responsible for establishing and implementing the most cost-efficient methods for production along with leading and implementing key manufacturing projects that drive value by focusing on Safety Quality Delivery Productivity and Cost metrics. These initiatives and projects require the use of Lean manufacturing principles to implement and sustain key processes and procedures to enable facility success.

Job Description:

• This position focuses on development of manufacturing lines to improve standard work Lean manufacturing quality control.
• Develop industrial controls for utilization in the manufacturing process to adhere to established control strategies across the company.
• Develop analytical tools to analyze production system health and quality trends.
• Develop and implement manufacturing systems with cross functional teams to ensure manufacturing quality compliance and safety.
• Implementation of IOT.
• Integration of Work Instruction with Process controls.
• No direct responsibility for any given area of the facility but responsible for successfully implementing projects on time and on budget while maximizing project value.
• Develop standards and specific control type and configuration for new equipment used in the manufacturing process.
• Develop and maintain required documentation to support controls applications used in the manufacturing process including operation and maintenance.
• Oversee installation of control systems on new and/or existing equipment.
• Make programming changes that are required to maintain and improve the manufacturing process.
• Analyze and recommend improvement to manufacturing processes which will benefit from automation techniques.

Skills and Knowledge:

B.S. in Electrical Engineering preferred but will also consider Mechatronics Engineering Mechanical Engineering Manufacturing Engineering Industrial Engineering or Computer Engineering with a minimum of 5 years controls experience in a manufacturing environment.

• Strong organizational communication and leadership skills.
• Able to communicate with various positions through verbal and written communication.
• Proficiency with MS Office.
• Project Management skills.
• Understanding of systems processes and operations.
• Programming and integration of PLCs (Allen Bradley).
• Development of APIs.
• Troubleshooting and commissioning fieldbus networks (Ethernet/IP and DeviceNet).
• Proficient with SQL.
• Creating and modifying schematics with SolidWorks.
• Industrial equipment design and troubleshooting.
• Design and construction of custom electrical panels.
• Requires a broad understanding of manufacturing including:
  • Strong mechanical and electrical aptitude.
  • Standard processes and procedures.
  • Tool and fixture design.
  • Assembly equipment design and maintenance.
  • Manufacturing methods and processes.

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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 ().