Thermal Test Technician II – Dyno & Field R&D

Polaris Industries Inc.; Wyoming (MN); Presencial; USD 38.000 - 48.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Polaris Inc. is seeking a hands-on technician to support research and development across the ORV product line with a focus on vehicle thermal management.

You will prepare and instrument vehicles, run chassis dynamometer and field tests, and deliver clear data and reports to engineers evaluating performance. You will also assist prototype fabrication, troubleshoot data acquisition, benchmark competitors, and support development activities in field environments.

Formación

• High school diploma required.
• Minimum of 3 years of mechanic or technician experience preferred.
• Two-year degree in a technical field preferred.
• Basic computer skills required.
• Strong mechanical aptitude required; powersports experience preferred.
• Experience with data acquisition systems and diagnostic tools preferred.
• Fabrication and welding experience preferred.
• Ability to operate ORVs in extreme conditions, drive trucks with trailers under 26,000 pounds GCWR, and operate forklifts.
• Ability to work overtime as needed and independently initiate and complete work.
• Ability to travel periodically for product development and validation activities.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
• To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Responsabilidades

• Conduct thermal research and development testing across the ORV product lineup, with most testing performed on a chassis dynamometer.
• Prepare and instrument vehicles for testing using thermocouples, anemometers, data acquisition systems, and diagnostic tools.
• Execute chassis dynamometer and field thermal tests, analyze results, and provide accurate data and reports to system engineers.
• Verify that overall vehicle performance meets program specifications and customer expectations.
• Set up, operate, and troubleshoot data acquisition equipment and related test systems.
• Fabricate prototype components and test fixtures, including welding when applicable.
• Organize and lead product development and validation activities in field environments.
• Conduct competitive benchmarking to support product and system evaluation.
• Maintain complete test records, document methods and findings, and protect confidential information.
• Maintain a clean and safe work area, follow OSHA requirements, communicate professionally, and drive assigned work to timely completion.

Conocimientos

Mechanical aptitude

Willingness to travel

Basic computer skills

Educación

High school diploma

Two-year technical degree

Herramientas

Data acquisition systems

Diagnostic tools

Welding

Descripción del empleo

Polaris Inc. is seeking a hands-on technician to support research and development across the ORV product line with a focus on vehicle thermal management.

You will prepare and instrument vehicles, run chassis dynamometer and field tests, and deliver clear data and reports to engineers evaluating performance. You will also assist prototype fabrication, troubleshoot data acquisition, benchmark competitors, and support development activities in field environments.