Powertrain Calibration Lead — Drive Performance & Compliance

Polaris Industries; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 96,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Polaris Industries in Minnesota seeks a Sr. Powertrain Calibration Lead Engineer to own calibration strategy from requirements to production release.

You will lead calibration teams, align with controls, design, validation, and project management, balancing performance, drivability, emissions, and durability. This role involves hands-on leadership across dyno, vehicle, field, certification, and production environments with up to 25% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum five years of engineering experience.
• Two+ years leading calibration work through production release.
• Strong knowledge of engine fundamentals related to controls, performance, and emissions.

Responsibilities

• Define calibration requirements for performance, emissions, durability, and diagnostics.
• Own calibration plan, schedule, resources, tests, and equipment.
• Lead calibration engineers, set direction, and remove barriers.
• Ensure hardware and calibration systems meet program objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Lead pre-production calibration and support emissions certification and durable testing.

Skills

Leadership

Collaboration

Critical Thinking

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Engineering

Tools

ETAS INCA

Vector CANape

MATLAB

Concerto

MS Office

Job description

Polaris Industries in Minnesota seeks a Sr. Powertrain Calibration Lead Engineer to own calibration strategy from requirements to production release.

You will lead calibration teams, align with controls, design, validation, and project management, balancing performance, drivability, emissions, and durability. This role involves hands-on leadership across dyno, vehicle, field, certification, and production environments with up to 25% travel.