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Sr. Design Engineer – Intake & Exhaust

Polaris


Job Location:

Wyoming, IL - USA

Yearly Salary: $ 98000 - 129000
Posted: 8 August 2026 (28 days ago)
Application Deadline: 5 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

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 design development integration and validation of intake and exhaust systems for future Off-Road Vehicle this role you will own system development from concept through release working across engineering design purchasing manufacturing suppliers and external resources to deliver components that meet performance quality cost timing and reliability objectives. You will support design reviews validation planning test data analysis field issue resolution and competitive benchmarking to improve system performance and product execution. This is a compelling opportunity to influence key powertrain integration systems that contribute to vehicle performance sound and overall product experience.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead complete system integration of intake and exhaust systems into off-road vehicle products.
  • Own and manage intake and exhaust system development plans from concept through purchasing manufacturing validation and production release.
  • Ensure designs meet safety quality reliability development schedule cost and performance goals.
  • Complete design tasks in the Polaris Release System and support timely release of components and documentation.
  • Create and maintain component specifications test procedures design guidelines DFMEAs and DVP&Rs.
  • Ensure production drawings are accurate properly dimensioned using GD&T and aligned to key product characteristics.
  • Organize and lead design reviews with engineering and functional teams to ensure appropriate input and alignment.
  • Determine component manufacturing methods that support design performance quality and cost objectives.
  • Collaborate with designers engineers suppliers and external resources to develop and refine system solutions.
  • Prepare sketches layouts presentations and technical materials to support resolution of engineering problems.
  • Quantify intake and exhaust system performance through data acquisition test data analysis and development evaluation.
  • Analyze field issues determine root causes and implement corrective actions.

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:

  • Bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering Agricultural Engineering or a closely related field.
  • Minimum of 5 years of design and development experience.
  • Understanding and experience with intake and/or exhaust system design.
  • Product development experience with vehicle mechanical systems or engines is preferred.
  • Proficiency with Creo as a primary CAD software.
  • Experience creating or supporting GD&T drawings DFMEAs DVP&Rs component specifications and test procedures.
  • Experience using CAE tools to optimize designs is preferred.
  • Lab testing and data acquisition experience is preferred.
  • Experience riding off-road products motorcycles or other recreational vehicles is preferred.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to work effectively in a team environment.
  • Ability to operate off-road vehicles including ATVs and side-by-sides for development and performance evaluation.
  • Travel as needed up to 10%.
  • This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $98000 to $129000 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 ().


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