Staff Engineer (Vibration Testing)

polaris; Wyoming (MN); Presencial; USD 109.000 - 144.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Polaris Inc. is seeking a Staff Engineer to lead vibration testing and laboratory validation for vehicles and components.

You will drive durability testing using electro-dynamic shakers and multi-axial simulation tables, translating customer usage into lab validation methods and developing accelerated tests. The role requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering and 5+ years in durability or vibration engineering, with expertise in data acquisition, instrumentation, and fatigue analysis.

Formación

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in durability, vibration, test, or validation engineering.
• Experience with vibration testing, durability validation, data acquisition systems, instrumentation, signal processing, and fatigue analysis.
• Experience with electro-dynamic shaker and multi-axial simulation table testing is preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.

Responsabilidades

• Lead, perform, and oversee electro-dynamic shaker and multi-axial simulation table durability testing.
• Develop and execute vibration validation plans for vehicles, components, and subsystem assemblies.
• Create laboratory test profiles and accelerated durability methods using collected data and customer usage information.
• Lead and manage the design, development, fabrication, and implementation of test fixtures for vibration and durability validation activities.
• Plan and install instrumentation and collect data using accelerometers, strain gauges, thermocouples, and displacement transducers.
• Analyze test data using frequency-domain techniques, including power spectral density development and durability correlation.
• Investigate test failures, support root-cause analysis, and provide engineering recommendations.
• Prioritize and schedule test requests to support project timelines and business needs.
• Collaborate with design, computer-aided engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to support product development and validation.
• Lead the continuous improvement of test methods, laboratory capabilities, and validation standards.
• Direct technicians and provide technical mentorship and leadership for testing activities and laboratory operations.

Conocimientos

Durability testing

Vibration analysis

Test planning

Leadership

Educación

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Herramientas

RPC Connect

nCode GlyphWorks

Vibration Research

LMS Test.Lab

MATLAB

Descripción del empleo

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.

Staff Engineer (Vibration Testing)

Position Overview:

As a Staff Test Engineer, you will lead electro-dynamic shaker (EDS) and multi-axial simulation table (MAST) durability testing and validation for vehicles, components, and subsystem assemblies. Translating real-world customer usage into laboratory-based validation methods, you will develop accelerated durability tests and provide technical leadership in vibration testing, instrumentation, data acquisition, and data analysis. This role includes power spectral density (PSD) development, field-to-lab correlation, instrumentation planning, test-fixture development, and laboratory leadership. Your work will influence vehicle durability strategy, advance laboratory validation methods, and support the delivery of reliable products for customers operating in demanding environments.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead, perform, and oversee electro-dynamic shaker and multi-axial simulation table durability testing.
• Develop and execute vibration validation plans for vehicles, components, and subsystem assemblies.
• Create laboratory test profiles and accelerated durability methods using collected data and customer usage information.
• Lead and manage the design, development, fabrication, and implementation of test fixtures for vibration and durability validation activities.
• Plan and install instrumentation and collect data using accelerometers, strain gauges, thermocouples, and displacement transducers.
• Analyze test data using frequency-domain techniques, including power spectral density development and durability correlation.
• Investigate test failures, support root-cause analysis, and provide engineering recommendations.
• Prioritize and schedule test requests to support project timelines and business needs.
• Collaborate with design, computer-aided engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to support product development and validation.
• Lead the continuous improvement of test methods, laboratory capabilities, and validation standards.
• Direct technicians and provide technical mentorship and leadership for testing activities and laboratory operations.

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.
• Critical Thinking: You analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.
• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in durability, vibration, test, or validation engineering.
• Experience with vibration testing, durability validation, data acquisition systems, instrumentation, signal processing, and fatigue analysis.
• Strong understanding of structural dynamics, vibration theory, and fatigue principles.
• Experience developing test methods and correlating laboratory results with field performance.
• Strong troubleshooting, analytical, communication, project-management, and prioritization skills.
• Experience with electro-dynamic shaker and multi-axial simulation table testing is preferred.
• Experience using RPC Connect, nCode GlyphWorks, Vibration Research, LMS Test.Lab, MATLAB, or similar software is preferred.
• Experience supporting vehicle, powersports, automotive, agricultural, or heavy-equipment product development is preferred.
• Experience leading laboratory operations, mentoring technicians, developing test fixtures, or establishing validation methodologies is preferred.
• This position requires the ability to lift and carry up to 40 pounds; bend, twist, turn, kneel, squat, and reach overhead; perform strong pinch and grip activities; and push or pull up to 100 pounds, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Ability to travel up to 10% based on business needs. Travel is expected to be limited and flexible.
• Responsibilities may evolve based on business needs, team priorities, and employee development opportunities.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $109,000 to $144,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range.

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