Engineering Project Leader

polaris; Wyoming (MN); Vor Ort; USD 81.000 - 107.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Polaris Inc. seeks a Project Leader to provide technical leadership across engineering programs for off-road vehicle development. You will guide design decisions that influence performance, quality, and market success while collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives.

This role shapes future vehicle capabilities in the Polaris Off Road Vehicle portfolio. You will balance customer expectations with technical requirements, quality, and timing,

Qualifikationen

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering project leadership experience.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams.
• Strong engineering judgment and problem solving.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools; Creo preferred.

Aufgaben

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver cost, schedule, and performance goals.
• Influence design and development of off-road vehicle components.
• Develop innovative concepts and market opportunities.
• Benchmark competitors to inform engineering decisions.
• Apply Polaris product development process for consistent execution.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee technical assignments.
• Develop cost estimates for components and tooling.
• Lead design reviews and conduct root-cause analysis of field issues.
• Represent Polaris in industry and standards activities.

Kenntnisse

Project leadership

Engineering judgment

Cross-functional leadership

Collaboratio n

Communication

Ausbildung

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

Jobbeschreibung

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

As a Project Leader supporting recreational vehicle development, you will provide technical leadership across engineering programs and projects, guiding design decisions that influence the performance, quality, and market success of off‑road vehicle products. You will collaborate with cross‑functional teams to develop innovative solutions, integrate customer insights, and deliver products that meet cost, schedule, and performance objectives. This role offers the opportunity to influence high‑visibility product outcomes while helping shape future vehicle capabilities across the Polaris Off Road Vehicle portfolio. Success in this position requires strong engineering judgment, project leadership skills, and the ability to drive alignment across multiple stakeholders while balancing customer expectations, technical requirements, quality, timing, and cost.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage cost, schedule, and performance deliverables through integrated product team meetings, leading cross‑functional teams ranging from approximately 5 to 20 members.
• Influence the design and development of off‑road vehicle components and systems to support product competitiveness, profitability, and market share objectives.
• Develop innovative concepts and solutions that improve customer satisfaction and identify new market opportunities.
• Benchmark competitive products, technologies, materials, and manufacturing processes to inform engineering decisions.
• Apply the Polaris product development process to ensure consistent execution and successful program delivery.
• Plan, coordinate, and oversee technical assignments while evaluating project progress and results.
• Develop cost estimates for components, tooling, and development activities while monitoring project financial performance.
• Coordinate engineering development, testing, drafting, layout, prototyping, and fabrication activities to achieve project objectives and schedules.
• Lead and participate in design reviews to ensure technical rigor and cross‑functional alignment.
• Analyze field issues, drive root cause analysis, and implement corrective actions.
• Represent Polaris in engineering, industry, and standards‑related activities as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Competencies

• Technical / Functional Expertise: Applies engineering knowledge and technical expertise to effectively solve problems, support product development, and deliver business results while maintaining current knowledge within the field.
• Project Leadership: Effectively leads cross‑functional teams, balances competing priorities, and drives projects to successful completion while meeting cost, quality, and schedule objectives.
• Critical Thinking: Analyzes information objectively, evaluates options, and applies sound judgment to solve complex technical and business challenges.
• Customer Focus: Understands customer needs and uses feedback, data, and market insights to improve products, processes, and user experiences.
• Collaboration: Builds strong partnerships across engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, quality, and business teams to achieve shared goals.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Minimum 5 years of engineering experience with demonstrated success leading engineering projects, preferably in consumer product development, powersports, automotive, or vehicle development.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross‑functional teams, balance competing priorities, and drive technical decisions throughout product development.
• Broad knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and procedures applied to complex technical challenges.
• Strong creativity, innovation, and decision‑making skills.
• Quality‑focused with a strong understanding of customer needs and product performance expectations.
• Experience estimating and managing component, tooling, and project costs.
• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools; experience with Creo preferred.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and project leadership skills.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment across multiple functions.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced product development environment.
• Occasional travel may be required to support suppliers, testing activities, manufacturing locations, and project objectives.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $81,000 to $107,000 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 fa