Engineering Technician II: Vehicle Development & Testing

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 hands-on Development Technician to support the fabrication, testing, and refinement of Utility SxS and ATV vehicles, focusing on chassis architecture, ergonomics, and performance.

You will collaborate with engineering and validation teams to evaluate vehicle behavior and address issues from concept to launch readiness. Responsibilities include leading fabrication and assembly of concept vehicles, supporting calibration and testing, collecting data, and preparing

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

Mechanical aptitude

Valid driver's license

Off-road vehicle operation

Forklift operation

Powersports experience

Data acquisition & diagnostic tools

Fabrication & welding

Basic computer skills

Willingness to travel

Education

High school diploma

Job description

Polaris Inc. is seeking a hands-on Development Technician to support the fabrication, testing, and refinement of Utility SxS and ATV vehicles, focusing on chassis architecture, ergonomics, and performance.

You will collaborate with engineering and validation teams to evaluate vehicle behavior and address issues from concept to launch readiness. Responsibilities include leading fabrication and assembly of concept vehicles, supporting calibration and testing, collecting data, and preparing