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Sr. Manufacturing Engineer (NPI)

Polaris

Job Location:

Huntsville, AL - USA

Yearly Salary: USD 88000 - 130000

Posted: 3 September 2026 (10 days ago)

Application Deadline: 11 December 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:

The Senior Manufacturing Engineer - NPI leads manufacturing readiness and launch execution for new product introductions across multiple Polaris manufacturing sites. Focused on paint and related back shop operations this role develops processes labor plans tooling equipment masking strategies quality controls and production readiness plans. Collaborating with product development operations quality and manufacturing teams you will help achieve safety quality delivery and cost objectives while providing readiness oversight for additional operations including injection molding. You can influence manufacturing strategy support complex product launches and drive operational readiness across multiple facilities.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead manufacturing readiness activities and program deliverables for paint and related back shop operations from concept through start of production.

Conduct Design for Manufacturing reviews and recommend improvements to manufacturability quality ergonomics and cost.

Collaborate with product engineering operations quality manufacturing engineering and subject matter experts to develop and execute launch plans.

Develop labor estimates capacity plans paint consumption calculations and manufacturing cost models to support program planning and execution.

Define tooling fixtures masking systems racks carts and equipment requirements for new product introductions.

Support capital planning activities including equipment specifications supplier selection procurement runoffs installation and commissioning.

Lead readiness activities for prototype validation pilot and production-intent builds while managing risks and resolving issues.

Partner with quality teams to establish appearance standards validation requirements and process control methods.

Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality process tooling and launch-related challenges.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives focused on manufacturing efficiency quality standardization and cost reduction.

Prepare and present launch readiness updates project risks recommendations and status reports to leadership and cross-functional teams.

Manage multiple projects and launch activities across manufacturing locations while maintaining schedules budgets and key deliverables.

Desired Competencies:

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.

Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.

Qualifications:

Bachelors degree in Manufacturing Engineering Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Chemical Engineering Materials Engineering or a related technical field preferred.

Minimum 8 years of manufacturing engineering experience including paint coatings surface finishing manufacturing launch activities or related areas.

Strong knowledge of paint processes masking systems tooling fixtures labor planning and quality systems.

Experience supporting new product introductions including Design for Manufacturing reviews pilot builds validation activities and production launches.

Demonstrated project management experience and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives without direct authority.

Strong analytical organizational problem-solving written verbal presentation and interpersonal communication skills with a continuous improvement mindset.

Proficiency with 3D CAD software including SolidWorks or Creo AutoCAD and Microsoft Office applications including Excel PowerPoint Outlook Teams Power BI OneNote and Microsoft Project.

MBA project management certification Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma PMP certification or similar credentials preferred.

Fluency in English required; Spanish language proficiency preferred.

Availability to support ramp-up activities and occasional non-standard hours or shifts with the ability to work in manufacturing environments and comply with applicable safety personal protective equipment and environmental requirements.

Ability to travel up to 25% including travel to suppliers and manufacturing facilities.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $88000 to $130000 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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