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The Design Engineer (Continuous Improvement) will be responsible for driving a better customer experience by leading engineering activities for the Motorcycle/On-Road business unit through careful design, manufacturing, and quality activities.
This person will support the technical resolution of issues facing our current production line and customers – including Field Warranty, component issues affecting production, supply chain disruptions, and customer feedback. A successful individual will be able to identify issue trends, perform root cause analysis, design/develop effective countermeasures, and implement these to production. The Design Engineer will collaborate and work closely with Systems Engineers, Vehicle Architects, Program Engineers, Validation Engineers, Souring, Manufacturing, and Service teams to provide agile and effective solutions to our vehicles and customers “to create a better customer experience and continuously “close the gap” between the field and future development.
Location: Wyoming, MN
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Responsibilities
- Identify issue trends, perform root cause analysis, design/develop effective countermeasures, and implement solutions to production and/or field
- Support diagnosis and resolution of customer/field vehicle cases
- Establish project schedule from concept to production implementation in line with overall business requirements
- Assess requests from suppliers to deviate/change product and or design requirements
- Analyze warranty data to identify patterns of defect
- Generate or Revise CAD models, detail drawings, and analysis required to support the above and supervise their release through the release cycle
- Determine ideal component manufacturing route to ensure overall design, performance, and cost conformance
- Create or revise component or system design requirements and specifications
- Prepare preliminary sketches and/or schematic diagrams and/or presentations to aid in the understanding and solution of engineering problems and risk
- Performs other miscellaneous project related assignments
Experience and Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Agricultural Engineering, Electrical or a related field
- 2-5+ years related design or manufacturing experience; preferably in related consumer product categories (automotive, Agriculture, accessories, etc.)
- Demonstrated experience in technical problem solving
- Knowledge of high-volume manufacturing processes
- Demonstrated exposure to 3-D CAD modeling software (CREO, PTC Windchill, Pro-Engineering, or related strongly preferred)
- Experience and Knowledge of GD&T, FMEA, and dimensional tolerance stack-ups
- Strong interpersonal communication skills (both oral and written communication)
- Ability to work under pressure, balance priorities and maintain a positive attitude
- Interest in powersports or riding experience (Motorcycle and/or ORV) is a plus
Working Conditions
- Fast paced office environment
- 10% travel throughout the year, both domestic and internationally
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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 culture. At 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 generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future. In 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; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; 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 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.