Design Engineer – Vehicle Dynamics (Suspension, Steering, Brakes)
About The Position
You will design, develop, and validate suspension, steering, and braking components that directly influence the ride, handling, and durability of Polaris off-road vehicles. In this role, you contribute hands-on engineering work across the full product lifecycle, from concept and detailed design through release, validation, and manufacturing support. You will partner closely with cross-functional engineering, manufacturing, supplier, and service teams to solve complex vehicle dynamics design challenges. This role is a compelling opportunity to apply engineering fundamentals at vehicle scale while seeing your designs perform in real-world off-road applications.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent required.
- Experience with mechanical design engineering, including subsystem or component design.
- Knowledge of GD&T, FMEA, dimensional tolerance stack-ups, and fit and finish principles.
- Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
- Ability to drive off-road vehicles is required.
Nice To Haves
- Experience using a 3D CAD modeling package; CREO experience preferred.
- Experience with Finite Element Analysis (FEA) package preferred.
- Familiarity with product lifecycle management tools; PTC Windchill experience preferred.
- Prior experience with vehicle systems, powersports, motorsports, or similar mechanical systems preferred.
Responsibilities
- Design and release suspension, steering, and braking subsystems and components using 3D CAD tools, supporting full lifecycle development from concept through production.
- Interpret and apply CAE, simulation, test, and field data to drive informed design decisions and actionable engineering improvements.
- Lead root-cause analysis and corrective actions for component, subsystem, or vehicle-level performance and quality issues.
- Architect component and subsystem solutions that integrate effectively within larger vehicle systems and meet performance, cost, and manufacturability targets.
- Determine appropriate manufacturing methods for components, balancing design intent, performance requirements, cost, and supplier capabilities.
- Collaborate with internal teams across engineering, manufacturing, sourcing, service, and quality, as well as external suppliers and technology partners.
- Prepare sketches, layouts, and technical presentations to communicate engineering concepts, analyses, and design solutions.
- Lead and participate in design reviews, ensuring alignment, technical rigor, and cross-functional input.
- Support analysis of field issues and customer feedback to identify trends and implement corrective actions.
- Provide ongoing engineering support as needed to ensure successful product execution.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation
- Market-leading profit-sharing plan
- Company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan
- Discounted employee stock purchases plan
- Generous matching contribution to 401(k)
- Financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future
- Comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness programs
- Paid time off
- Gym & personal training reimbursement
- Life insurance
- Disability offerings
- Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
