NPI Engineer (New Product Introduction)

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 lead the introduction of new products into production including gauges displays and electronic assemblies. Serving as the primary point of contact for cross-functional launch this role you coordinate engineering operations quality and sourcing teams to ensure products are delivered on time within budget and meet defined safety and quality standards. You oversee the full new product introduction lifecycle from feasibility through production launch while driving manufacturing readiness and process reliability. This role is a compelling opportunity because you directly influence successful product launches and scalable manufacturing execution across programs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end execution of new product introduction programs from feasibility through production launch.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering operations quality and sourcing to ensure alignment and execution.
• Develop and manage project timelines milestones and deliverables for product launches.
• Track and manage program budgets and support business case development for new opportunities.
• Assess manufacturing feasibility and readiness to support product introduction.
• Lead manufacturing design and validation reviews including PFMEA development and readiness activities.
• Conduct and evaluate pre-production builds to validate product and process readiness.
• Own change management processes for new and existing products.
• Compile and manage customer and stakeholder requirements throughout the program lifecycle.
• Lead structured problem-solving and root cause investigation for product and process issues.

Desired Competencies:

• Achievement Orientation Definition: Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent that meet or exceed standard expectations.
• Problem Solving Definition: Identifying problems and analyzing or reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Collaborating with Others Definition: Working together with others in a cooperative and supportive manner to achieve shared goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering or related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in new product introduction manufacturing engineering or related field.
• Experience leading cross-functional projects and managing product launch timelines.
• Understanding manufacturing processes validation and product launch methodologies.
• Deep understanding of phase/gate product launch processes
• Experience with PFMEA pre-production builds and product validation activities.
• Strong project management and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and work effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Travel as required.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Washington is $81000 to $107000 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 ().