Staff Specialist Engineer - Driveline Posted on 9 / 10 / 2025 USA Engineering / Technical Service Req[...]

Overview

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.

We are seeking an experienced engineering professional to lead design, development, and strategic advancement of driveline systems for our Off-Road Vehicle (ORV) platforms. This expert-level role demands a deep understanding of driveline architecture, component integration, and cross-functional collaboration to deliver industry-leading performance and reliability.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle development of advanced driveline systems including transmissions, right-angle drives, propshafts, and halfshafts.
• Define and drive system-level requirements using a rigorous Systems Engineering approach, ensuring alignment with vehicle performance targets and program objectives.
• Architect and validate complex mechanical systems, leveraging DFMEA, DVP&R, and robust specification documentation.
• Champion design excellence through technical reviews, benchmarking, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, sourcing, operations, and manufacturing to ensure seamless integration and production readiness.
• Mentor and guide less experienced engineers, fostering technical growth and innovation within the team.
• Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for field and manufacturing issues.
• Drive vehicle testing and validation, including hands-on evaluation of ORV platforms in real-world conditions.

Required Qualifications

Preferred Expertise

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Compensation & Benefits

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $98,000 to $129,000 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.

To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

About Polaris

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE : PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris offers a comprehensive lineup and worldwide reach. www.polaris.com

EEO Statement

Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see : Know Your Rights : Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).

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