Senior Driveline & Powertrain Systems Engineer

Polaris Inc.; Wyoming (OH); On-site; USD 98,000 - 129,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Profit sharing

Employee Stock Ownership Plan

401(k) matching

Health insurance

Paid time off

Gym reimbursement

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Volunteer time off

Job summary

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota, a global powersports leader, seeks a driven powertrain design engineer to lead the design and development of transmission, driveline and engine systems from concept through production.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage schedules, perform drivetrain analyses, and mentor others while upholding quality, performance and cost objectives. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of gear system design experience;

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.
• 5+ years of experience in mechanical, powertrain, transmission, driveline, or gear system design.
• Significant experience with component manufacturing processes and applications.
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling software; Creo experience is preferred.
• Experience with drivetrain analysis tools such as MASTA, ROMAX, KISSsoft, or similar engineering software.
• Systems engineering and requirements management experience.
• Experience with GD&T, FMEA, DVP&R, and tolerance analysis.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of driveline, transmission, and engine systems and components from concept through production.
• Develop and manage system, subsystem, and component design schedules to support program timing objectives.
• Create conceptual and detailed designs for gears, shafts, bearings, splines, chain drives, and related powertrain components.
• Perform and support drivetrain analysis, including gear mesh and load modeling, using specialized engineering analysis tools.
• Conduct or oversee engineering analyses, including DFMEA, FEA, and other evaluations to ensure design suitability and performance.
• Lead and participate in design reviews while collaborating with stakeholders and owners of interfacing systems.
• Select appropriate manufacturing methods for components and collaborate with suppliers on design-for-manufacturing activities.
• Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and design documentation.
• Support validation activities, including DVP&R planning and execution.
• Investigate and resolve supplier, manufacturing, testing, and field-related issues using structured problem-solving methods.
• Coordinate internal and external engineering resources as needed to support program execution.
• Provide technical mentorship, support engineering best practices, and contribute to knowledge sharing across the organization.

Skills

Mechanical design

Problem solving

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Creo

MASTA

ROMAX

KISSsoft

Job description

Polaris Inc. in Minnesota, a global powersports leader, seeks a driven powertrain design engineer to lead the design and development of transmission, driveline and engine systems from concept through production.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage schedules, perform drivetrain analyses, and mentor others while upholding quality, performance and cost objectives. This role requires a Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering and 5+ years of gear system design experience;