Brake Systems Engineer II — R&D & Prototyping

North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 38,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a motivated technician to join our ORV Product Line team. The role focuses on system-level research and development of brake systems, building prototypes, and evaluating new technologies to optimize performance and meet customer expectations.

You will conduct tests, collect data, and work with system engineers to verify calibration, and you may travel periodically for product evaluation and development. A strong mechanical background and safe work practices are essential.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• 2‑Year technical degree in a technical field preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Capable of operating ORVs in extreme conditions.
• Capable of driving trucks with trailers.
• Capable of operating forklifts.
• Strong mechanical aptitude.
• Powersports experience preferred.
• Data acquisition & diagnostic tool experience preferred.
• Fabrication & welding preferred.
• Minimum 3 years mechanic or technician experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• System research & development.
• Conduct tests and provide data/reports to system engineers (force/feel, performance, temps, pressures, etc).
• Build prototypes and evaluate new system technologies.
• Competitive benchmarking.
• Verify overall vehicle calibration performs to program specs and customer expectations.
• Assist project technicians in advanced techniques pertaining to vehicle systems.
• Organizes and leads development activity in the field.
• Keep good records and write test reports for tests conducted.
• 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 project to timely completion.
• Perform other miscellaneous duties as required.

Skills

System research

Testing & data

Prototype development

Communication

Project leadership

Record keeping

Safety/compliance

Willingness to travel

Overtime readiness

Technical troubleshooting

Education

High school diploma

2-year technical degree preferred

Tools

Data acquisition tools

Diagnostic tools

Forklift operation

Job description

Polaris Inc. is seeking a motivated technician to join our ORV Product Line team. The role focuses on system-level research and development of brake systems, building prototypes, and evaluating new technologies to optimize performance and meet customer expectations.

You will conduct tests, collect data, and work with system engineers to verify calibration, and you may travel periodically for product evaluation and development. A strong mechanical background and safe work practices are essential.