Engineering Technician I

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 SUMMARY:

This primary responsibility of this position is within the ORV Field Performance team. Support the development, and execution of compliance and safety related projects and testing that positions Polaris as the leader in the off-road vehicle industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Support development of standards and compliance procedures.

Support testing associated with demonstrating compliance to standards.

Benchmarking of vehicles with respect to the regulatory requirements they fall within.

Support team members with data and testing results.

Training for Engineering Technician peers on new procedures.

Lead the fabrication and assembly of concept components and vehicles. Will include welding, manual machining, sheet metal fabrication, and tube bending.

Provide guidance on designs.

Operate Polaris vehicles near vehicle capability limit in severe conditions.

Perform a variety of development tests in the field and lab to support understanding of vehicle performance.

Organize and lead development activity for assigned projects.

Utilize data acquisition loggers to capture information relevant to performance, calibrations, and/or issue resolution.

Apply instrumentation that allows accurate measurement of strain, acceleration, torque, pressure, force, etc.

Operate Test Hardware and Software including Somat, ETAS Inca, VBOX, MTS, Reliasoft, nCode, and Microsoft products

Setup vehicles for testing and perform tests.

Keep good records, analyze and interpret test data and write concise, accurate test reports.

Maintain strict confidentiality.

Maintain a clean, safe work area and meet OSHA requirements.

Good self-starter, willing to work overtime as needed.

Must be willing to travel periodically to do product evaluation and development.

Able to communicate professionally and drive projects to timely completion.

Support other initiatives that relate to product safety & compliance.

QUALIFIATIONS

+ High school diploma required; 2-Year or 4-Year degree in technical field preferred

Basic computer skills required; Data acquisition & diagnostic tool experience preferred.

Valid driver?s license required

Must be capable of operating powersports vehicles in extreme conditions

Must be capable of driving trucks with trailers (<26,000 GCVR)

+ Must be capable of operating fork lifts & skid loaders

Hands-on problem-solving experience along with mechanical aptitude

Decisive, self-motivated, and prone to action

Ability to work under pressure while maintaining a positive attitude

Powersports experience preferred

Basic fabrication & welding required

3+ years mechanic or technician experience preferred

Location: Eden, Texas

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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.

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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.

www.polaris.com

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 800-765-2747 or

Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com

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At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at

http://www.polaris.com/careers