Vehicle Dynamics Calibration & Controls Engineer

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.

This position is not eligible for Visa sponsorship

JOB SUMMARY

Our team develops and delivers best in class off-road vehicle dynamics performance to our customers through innovative vehicle dynamics controls features and electromechanical systems. Vehicle dynamics calibration and controls engineers are responsible for providing input to hardware development as well as developing actively controlled chassis technologies and control systems to deliver confident and exciting vehicle dynamics and chassis controls performance to our customers.

This position will have a specific focus on our chassis comfort systems such as electronic power steering, semi-active suspension, and electronic brake controls. As an Engineering in this position, you are expected to work cross functionally within the vehicle dynamics group and across the organization to bring vehicle dynamics control systems to life. The engineer will be expected to collaborate with product groups and broader engineering teams for successful integration of actively controlled vehicle dynamics technologies and control systems into the various vehicle platforms.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Uses engineering judgement, simulation, and test data to develop and specify software requirements, hardware requirements, calibration activities, and validation testing required for successful implementation of electromechanical hardware and control system technologies.
• Performance testing and data collection is required to ensure that the systems meets the performance targets for the vehicle.
• Responsible for translating vehicle-level requirements to system level specifications that accurately reflect the business needs.
• Capable of testing, calibrating, and generating requirements for complex chassis control systems
• Develop and specify system level fault reactions and control system diagnostics
• Oversees end-to-end calibration and development activities to ensure robust system design.
• Interacts with and influences multiple engineering teams and disciplines in hardware design, electrical systems, interfacing controllers, manufacturing, service, and external suppliers.
• Defines system level service and production line procedures required for new product introduction
• Expected to provide feedback and identify issues with software and algorithm design.
• Root-cause analysis and troubleshooting of controls and hardware systems.
• Lead and enforce development process for functional safety using risk assessment tools, including hazard analysis and risk assessment (HARA), failure modes and effects analysis (FMEA) and track resultant tests and validation activities for related technologies.
• Develop test methods that show the effectiveness of vehicle dynamics control systems.

REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS & KNOWLEDGE

WORKING CONDITIONS

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!

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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