Supplier Quality Engineer (NPI NPD)

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.

Position Overview:

As a Supplier Quality Engineer on the NPI team you will lead supplier quality planning and risk mitigation for New Product Introduction (NPI) programs to support on-time compliant and high-quality product launches. You will own supplier-related quality strategies across scope timeline risk qualification and communication aligning work to product development scorecard this role you will partner with project management engineering sourcing validation manufacturing and supplier quality teams to identify risks drive mitigation plans and support supplier readiness throughout the NPI lifecycle. This is a compelling opportunity to influence product launch outcomes work across a broad technical and operational network and drive supplier quality processes at scale.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute supplier risk mitigation and qualification strategies using APQP and related quality tools to meet product development objectives.
• Identify supplier timing capability and readiness risks and drive mitigation plans aligned with overall program milestones.
• Lead supplier quality activities across cross-functional teams including project management engineering sourcing validation manufacturing and NPI Commodity Supplier Quality Engineers.
• Ensure PPAP compliance no later than product validation builds.
• Communicate supplier quality risks status and mitigation plans through project reviews and integrated program team forums.
• Provide supplier quality input to support sourcing decisions and assess supplier suitability for future business awards.
• Partner with project and product engineering to understand technical risks design changes and their impact on supplier APQP requirements.
• Support design and component reviews for high-risk parts including Key Product Characteristics GD&T application and manufacturing and measurement feasibility.
• Collaborate with engineering and NPI Commodity Supplier Quality Engineers to support effective Design for Manufacturability Design for Assembly and Design/Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis execution.
• Drive disciplined problem-solving methods for supplier and project-related quality issues.
• Capture document and share lessons learned and best practices across programs and teams.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives including lean process development and value-added engineering or quality projects.

Desired Competencies:

• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.
• Problem Solving: You identify issues assess root causes and implement practical solutions that balance speed quality and risk.
• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.

Qualifications:

• A bachelors degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in engineering or quality.
• NPI / NPD project management experience.
• CAPM and/or PMP certification preferred.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Advanced knowledge of quality tools including APQP PPAP SPC MSA FMEA Control Plans DOE and Quality Systems.
• Strong problem-solving communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to build effective relationships across cross-functional teams and a global supply base.
• Ability to work autonomously in an evolving environment.
• Able to travel up to 15% primarily within North America with occasional travel to EMEA.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $85000 to $100000 per year. We determine individual salaries and positioning within the range based on a wide range 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.

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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; 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 ().