Lead Off-Road Vehicle Project Engineer (Contract)

Doherty Staffing Solutions; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 61,992 - 96,432; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay

Health coverage options

Opportunity to work on high-impact projects

Job summary

A staffing solutions provider is seeking an experienced Project Engineer for off-road vehicles. This role involves leading the design of vehicle components, managing performance KPIs, and developing innovative concepts to enhance customer satisfaction. A Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering and 3 years of relevant experience are required. The position offers competitive hourly pay and access to health benefits, making it ideal for professionals looking to influence product performance. Join a family-owned company known for its commitment to inclusivity and support.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience, preferably in consumer product or vehicle development.
• Broad knowledge of engineering principles applied to complex technical challenges.
• Customer-focused, quality-minded approach to engineering and design.

Responsibilities

• Lead and influence the design of off‑road vehicle components and systems.
• Manage cost, schedule, and performance KPIs.
• Develop innovative design concepts to improve customer satisfaction.
• Benchmark competitive products and manufacturing processes.
• Coordinate development, testing, and fabrication activities.
• Analyze field issues and recommend effective technical solutions.

Skills

Creativity

Critical thinking

3D CAD tools proficiency

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Pro/ENGINEER (Creo)

Job description

Project Engineer – Polaris Off Road Vehicles

Compensation: $45–$70 per hour – paid weekly

Schedule: Day shift | Monday–Friday | Standard business hours

About the Opportunity

Doherty Staffing Solutions is hiring a Project Engineer – Off Road Vehicles for Polaris located in Wyoming, MN. In this role, you will provide functional technical leadership across off-road vehicle engineering programs, guiding design decisions that influence product performance, quality, and market success.

This contract opportunity is ideal for an experienced mechanical engineer who enjoys owning engineering projects, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and driving high-impact product outcomes. You’ll contribute to innovative design solutions while ensuring alignment with established engineering standards and development processes.

What You’ll Do as a Project Engineer – ORV:

• Lead and influence the design of off-road vehicle components and systems to support competitiveness, profitability, and market share goals

• Manage cost, schedule, and performance KPIs including bill of material, engineering investment (man-months), special expenses, and tooling capital

• Develop innovative design concepts that improve customer satisfaction and support identification of new market opportunities

• Benchmark competitive products, materials, and manufacturing processes to inform design decisions

• Apply the Polaris product development process to ensure consistent and effective program execution

• Coordinate development, testing, drafting, layout, and fabrication activities to meet technical and schedule objectives

• Analyze field issues and recommend effective technical solutions; participate in design reviews and standards meetings as needed

What You Need to Bring to the Project Engineer Role:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

• Minimum of 3 years of engineering experience, preferably in consumer product or vehicle development

• Broad knowledge of engineering principles, practices, and procedures applied to complex technical challenges

• Strong creativity, critical thinking, and technical decision-making skills

• Proficiency with 3D CAD tools; experience with Pro/ENGINEER (Creo) preferred

• Customer-focused, quality-minded approach to engineering and design

• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams #metrocareers

Why You’ll Like Working with Doherty Staffing Solutions

Enjoy weekly pay, access to health coverage options through Benefits in a Card (including preventative and minimum value plans), and the opportunity to work on meaningful, high-impact engineering projects. As a family-owned company with over 45 years in business, Doherty Staffing Solutions is known for personalized support from local recruiters and a strong reputation built on trust and results. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to inclusive hiring practices.

Doherty Staffing Solutions offers our valued contract employees health coverage through Benefits in a Card (preventative benefit and minimum value plans), along with weekly paychecks via a prepaid card from CHANGE. Learn more at www.doherty.com/job-seekers/employee-benefits.