Design Engineer (Seating and Occupant Restraints)

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 release seating and occupant restraint systems for off-road vehicle this role you will support vehicle programs from concept through production while delivering solutions that meet requirements for comfort safety durability quality cost weight and timing. You will work closely with Industrial Design Vehicle Architecture Safety Testing Manufacturing Quality Purchasing and suppliers to integrate seating and occupant retention systems into vehicle platforms. This is a compelling opportunity to own key vehicle systems that directly influence rider experience product performance and cross-functional execution across the development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design develop validate integrate and release seating and occupant restraint systems for off-road vehicle programs.
• Create and maintain CAD models engineering drawings bills of material technical specifications and release documentation.
• Develop seat structures foam systems trim components harnesses seat belts and related vehicle interfaces.
• Support rider ergonomics occupant packaging comfort ingress and egress and overall rider experience initiatives.
• Develop and execute Design Verification Plans and Reports and support prototype validation and production builds.
• Collaborate with suppliers and cross-functional teams to achieve performance quality cost weight and timing objectives.
• Lead root-cause investigations and implement corrective actions related to design manufacturing validation and field issues.
• Support DFMEA activities engineering change management and product release processes.
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory safety and internal engineering requirements.
• Participate in benchmarking and continuous improvement activities focused on improving cost while maintaining durability quality safety and customer experience.

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.
• Problem Solving: You identify issues assess root causes and implement practical solutions that balance speed quality and risk.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Aerospace Engineering Industrial Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in product development mechanical design or vehicle systems engineering.
• Proficiency with CAD software such as Creo NX CATIA or SolidWorks; Creo experience is preferred.
• Working knowledge of GD&T tolerance stack-up analysis DFMEA and engineering drawing creation.
• Strong analytical problem-solving and root-cause investigation skills.
• Experience working cross-functionally with engineering manufacturing quality purchasing testing safety suppliers or related partners.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and suppliers.
• Experience in powersports automotive commercial vehicle recreational vehicle agricultural or related industries is preferred.
• Knowledge of APQP PPAP DVP&R and product validation processes is preferred.
• Experience with ergonomic studies occupant packaging and vehicle integration is preferred.
• Familiarity with manufacturing processes including stamping welding injection molding foam molding and soft trim systems 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 ().