Design Engineer (Body & Interior Plastics)

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:

You will design develop validate and support production release of vehicle exterior plastic and interior trim systems for Polaris this role you will lead component and subsystem development from concept through launch including CAD design supplier coordination validation support and issue resolution. You will work closely with Design Vehicle Architecture Project Engineering Manufacturing Quality Purchasing Validation and suppliers to deliver manufacturable solutions that meet performance quality durability appearance cost and timing objectives. This is a compelling opportunity to own key body system components while influencing product execution across design engineering supplier and launch activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design development validation and production release of exterior plastic and interior trim components and assemblies from concept through production.
• Translate styling intent into manufacturable production-ready designs in collaboration with Industrial Design and related engineering partners.
• Oversee and collaborate with B-side design resources to create and maintain 3D CAD models engineering drawings specifications bills of material and release documentation.
• Develop component interfaces attachment strategies and assembly concepts to ensure proper integration with adjacent vehicle systems.
• Manage project deliverables schedules open issues and risks to support program timing and cost objectives.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities with Manufacturing Quality Purchasing Validation suppliers and other stakeholders to deliver robust design solutions.
• Support material selection tooling development design-for-manufacturing reviews and production launch activities.
• Develop and support subsystem specifications DFMEAs DVP&R plans design reviews and validation testing.
• Investigate and resolve design manufacturing validation and field issues using structured problem-solving methods.
• Participate in prototype builds vehicle integration activities competitive benchmarking and continuous improvement initiatives.

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.
• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Planning & Organization: You manage time resources and priorities effectively to meet deadlines and deliver consistent results.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Plastics Engineering Manufacturing Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of product development experience with plastic components vehicle body systems or interior trim systems.
• Experience with injection molded plastic component design and manufacturing processes.
• Experience designing vehicle exterior plastics and/or interior trim systems.
• Knowledge of thermoplastic material selection for aesthetic and structural applications.
• Working knowledge and experience with 3D CAD modeling and engineering drawing creation; Creo experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of GD&T and dimensional stack-up analysis.
• Understanding of DFMEA DVP&R root cause analysis and structured problem-solving methods.
• Experience with tooling development mold flow analysis part or mold cost estimating and supplier management is preferred.
• Powersports automotive motorcycle agricultural marine or off-road vehicle experience is preferred.
• Up to 10% travel is associated with this role.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $76000 to $100000 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; 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 ().