Senior Driveline & Powertrain Design Engineer

Polaris Inc.; Minnesota; On-site; GBP 72,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Profit-sharing plan

Health, dental, vision insurance

Wellness programs

Paid time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to lead the design and development of transmission, driveline, and engine systems from concept through production.

You will own geartrain components, perform detailed analyses, and collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and validation teams to deliver robust powertrain solutions. Requires 5+ years in mechanical/powertrain design, Creo experience, and strong problem-solving; offers competitive compensation and a broad benefits

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in mechanical, powertrain, transmission, driveline, or gear system design.
• Significant experience with component manufacturing processes and applications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of driveline, transmission, and engine systems from concept through production.
• Create conceptual and detailed designs for gears, shafts, bearings, splines, chain drives, and related powertrain components.
• Perform drivetrain analysis including gear mesh and load modeling.
• Conduct DFMEA, FEA and other evaluations to ensure design suitability and performance.
• Lead design reviews and collaborate with stakeholders across interfacing systems.
• Select manufacturing methods and work with suppliers on design-for-manufacturing activities.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, drawings, and design documentation.
• Support validation activities, including DVP&R planning and execution.
• Investigate and resolve supplier/manufacturing/testing issues using structured problem-solving methods.

Skills

Problem solving

Collaboration

Verbal and written communication

Leadership

Systems engineering

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

MASTA

ROMAX

KISSsoft

GD&T

FMEA

DVP&R

Tolerance analysis

Job description

Polaris Inc. is seeking an experienced mechanical engineer to lead the design and development of transmission, driveline, and engine systems from concept through production.

You will own geartrain components, perform detailed analyses, and collaborate with suppliers, manufacturing, and validation teams to deliver robust powertrain solutions. Requires 5+ years in mechanical/powertrain design, Creo experience, and strong problem-solving; offers competitive compensation and a broad benefits