Factory Off-Road Powersports Racing Technician II

North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V.; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a hands-on Vehicle Development Engineer to lead race program activities for Polaris Powersports racing.

You will coordinate between race teams, engineering, suppliers, and partners to translate in-field observations into product improvements. You will oversee calibration, testing, data acquisition, and vehicle instrumentation, driving performance across domestic and international events.

Qualifications

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanic, technician, race support, vehicle development, or related experience.
• Two-year or four-year degree in a technical field is preferred.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Ability to operate Polaris Powersports vehicles at a high level in demanding off-road conditions.
• Experience with motorsports data acquisition and analysis software (MoTeC, DEWESoft, GlyphWorks or similar).

Responsibilities

• Lead vehicle development, validation, and race support activities for Polaris Powersports racing programs.
• Support development and optimization of race-specific calibrations (suspension, CVT, engine, gauges).
• Lead fabrication, assembly, and preparation of development vehicles and components.
• Organize and lead vehicle development and testing in field environments.
• Serve as technical liaison between race teams, engineering teams, suppliers, and partners.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain instrumentation, telemetry, strain gauges, sensors, and DAQ equipment.
• Support ECU calibration management, software flashing, and vehicle diagnostics.
• Develop testing methods, instrumentation solutions, and data collection techniques.
• Create test plans and data acquisition strategies to support development and validation.
• Use DAQ systems to collect and analyze performance data.
• Identify root causes and resolve vehicle performance or durability issues.
• Generate technical reports and present findings to teams and leadership.
• Provide technical support during tests, races, and pre-race activities.
• Train and mentor teams on setup and data tools.
• Share lessons learned to drive continuous improvement across racing orgs.

Skills

Technical / Functional Expertise

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

High school diploma

Two-year or four-year degree in a technical field

Tools

MoTeC

DEWESoft

GlyphWorks

CAN communication systems

ECU calibration tools

Vehicle instrumentation

Telemetry systems

Job description

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:

You will support the Polaris Powersports Factory Race Team by leading vehicle development, validation, testing, and race support activities for domestic and international racing programs. In this role, you will serve as a technical resource between engineering teams, race teams, suppliers, and cross-functional stakeholders to drive product improvements and competitive performance. You will combine hands-on vehicle development, testing, fabrication, calibration support, and race operations while helping translate real-world racing insights into future product enhancements. This is a compelling opportunity to directly influence vehicle performance, support championship-level race programs, and contribute to the development of future Polaris Powersports products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead vehicle development, validation, and race support activities for Polaris Powersports racing programs.


• Support development and optimization of race‑specific calibrations, including suspension, CVT, engine, and gauge systems.


• Lead fabrication, assembly, and preparation of development vehicles and prototype components.


• Organize and lead vehicle development and testing activities in field environments.


• Serve as the technical liaison between race teams, engineering teams, suppliers, and external partners.


• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain vehicle instrumentation, telemetry systems, strain gauges, pressure sensors, thermocouples, and data acquisition equipment.


• Support ECU calibration management, software flashing, vehicle diagnostics, configuration control, and serial number tracking activities.


• Develop and implement new testing methods, instrumentation solutions, and data collection techniques to improve validation efficiency and product understanding.


• Develop test plans, validation procedures, and data acquisition strategies to support product development, performance evaluation, and issue resolution.


• Utilize data acquisition systems to collect, analyze, and communicate vehicle performance data.


• Perform testing and development activities to identify root causes and resolve vehicle performance or durability issues.


• Generate technical reports and present findings to engineering teams, leadership, and integrated product teams.


• Provide technical support during test sessions, race events, and pre‑race activities.


• Train and mentor race teams, technicians, and development personnel on vehicle setup, diagnostic tools, data acquisition systems, and product updates.


• Share lessons learned and support continuous improvement efforts across engineering and racing organizations.


• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with applicable safety and operating procedures.

Desired Competencies:

• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.


• Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.


• Communication: You clearly convey information, ideas, and expectations to diverse audiences, adjusting your message to ensure understanding and alignment.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma required.


• Minimum of 3 years of mechanic, technician, race support, vehicle development, or related experience.


• Two-year or four-year degree in a technical field is preferred.


• Valid driver's license required.


• Ability to operate Polaris Powersports vehicles at a high level in demanding off-road conditions.


• Ability to drive trucks with trailers up to 26,000 GCVR.


• Ability to safely operate forklifts.


• Experience with motorsports, racing, or powersports vehicle development is preferred.


• Experience with vehicle diagnostic tools is preferred.


• Advanced experience with motorsports data acquisition and analysis software, including MoTeC, DEWESoft, GlyphWorks, or similar platforms, is preferred.


• Experience with electrical diagnostics, CAN communication systems, ECU calibration tools, vehicle instrumentation, and telemetry systems is preferred.


• Experience developing test plans, validation activities, and race support strategies is preferred.


• Ability to interpret technical data and effectively communicate findings to engineers, race teams, technicians, and leadership.


• Fabrication and welding experience is preferred.


• Frequent domestic and international travel is required to support product development, testing activities, pre‑race events, and race events.


• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, based on testing schedules, race events