Staff Mechanical Engineer – Innovation & Concept Prototyping

Polaris Industries; Wyoming (MN); On-site; USD 112,000 - 148,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) matching

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Volunteer time off

Stock ownership plan

Job summary

Polaris Inc. is seeking a senior engineer on the Advanced Technology & Innovation Team in Minnesota. The role focuses on imagining, developing, and bringing to life new vehicle concepts, user experiences, and product innovations that shape future Polaris products.

You will work with Design, UX, Product Planning, and Engineering to transform insights into tangible prototypes and strategies, balancing desirability, feasibility, and viability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or related field required.
• 8+ years of mechanical engineering design or related roles preferred.
• Experience with calibration and software preferred.
• Agriculture/Transportation/powersports/automotive design experience desirable.
• Proficiency with 3D modeling tools such as Creo or Blender.

Responsibilities

• Lead the creation, development, and refinement of innovative vehicle, system, and customer experience concepts.
• Translate insights and trends into engineering concepts and prototype solutions.
• Design, engineer, and build concept vehicles and prototypes to communicate future product visions.
• Collaborate with Design, UX, Product Planning, and Strategy teams for holistic solutions.
• Drive innovation projects from ideation through concept development and reviews.
• Present concepts and strategic opportunities to engineering, design, and leadership teams.
• Build relationships with partners and suppliers to leverage emerging opportunities.

Skills

Mechanical design

Cross-functional collaboration

Prototyping

3D modeling

Fabrication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Tools

Creo

Blender

Machining

Job description

Polaris Inc. is seeking a senior engineer on the Advanced Technology & Innovation Team in Minnesota. The role focuses on imagining, developing, and bringing to life new vehicle concepts, user experiences, and product innovations that shape future Polaris products.

You will work with Design, UX, Product Planning, and Engineering to transform insights into tangible prototypes and strategies, balancing desirability, feasibility, and viability.