ATV/SxS Vehicle Development Technician

Polaris Industries Inc.; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit-sharing plan

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

Discounted employee stock purchases

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Gym reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability offerings

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. seeks a skilled technician to support the development, testing, and refinement of Utility SxS and ATV vehicles, focusing on chassis, ergonomics, and performance.

You’ll collaborate with engineering and validation teams to evaluate vehicle performance, collect data, and drive improvements from concept through validation and launch readiness. The role emphasizes field development, test documentation, and ensuring safety and quality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum 4 years of mechanic or technician experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Basic computer skills.
• Ability to operate off-road vehicles in demanding and varied conditions.
• Ability to operate forklifts.
• Experience with powersports products preferred.
• Experience using data acquisition and diagnostic tools preferred.
• Fabrication and welding experience preferred.
• Willingness to travel periodically for product evaluation and development activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead the fabrication and assembly of concept and development vehicles.
• Support the development, testing, and evaluation of Utility SxS and ATV products with emphasis on chassis performance, ergonomics, and vehicle functionality.
• Organize, coordinate, and lead field development activities and product evaluations.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to support vehicle calibration, development testing, and issue resolution efforts.
• Utilize data acquisition and diagnostic tools to collect vehicle performance data and support analysis activities.
• Analyze test data and communicate findings, recommendations, and technical feedback to engineering and project teams.
• Perform and support validation testing activities in accordance with established validation plans.
• Provide input to improve product quality, features, performance, and cost effectiveness.
• Support preproduction builds and quality verification testing activities.
• Maintain accurate records and prepare clear, detailed test reports documenting test procedures and results.
• Maintain a clean and safe work environment while adhering to applicable safety requirements and standards.
• Protect confidential information related to products, testing, and development activities.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Technical Expertise

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Polaris Inc. seeks a skilled technician to support the development, testing, and refinement of Utility SxS and ATV vehicles, focusing on chassis, ergonomics, and performance.

You’ll collaborate with engineering and validation teams to evaluate vehicle performance, collect data, and drive improvements from concept through validation and launch readiness. The role emphasizes field development, test documentation, and ensuring safety and quality.