Factory Off-Road Powersports Racing Technician II

Polaris • Wyoming, MN

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About The Position

Support the Polaris Powersports Factory Race Team by leading vehicle development, validation, testing, and race support for domestic and international racing programs. The role serves as a technical resource connecting engineering teams, race teams, suppliers, and other stakeholders to drive product improvements and competitive performance. Work combines hands-on vehicle development, testing, fabrication, calibration support, and race operations, while translating racing insights into future product enhancements.

The position includes frequent domestic and international travel for product development, testing, pre-race activities, and race events. Extended hours, including evenings and weekends, may be required based on testing schedules, race events, and program needs. The starting pay range for Minnesota is $27.40 to $35.00 per hour, with eligibility for overtime. The position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Requirements

• High school diploma required.
• At least 3 years of mechanic, technician, race support, vehicle development, or related experience.
• Valid driver’s license required.
• Ability to operate Polaris Powersports vehicles at a high level in demanding off-road conditions.
• Ability to drive trucks with trailers up to 26,000 GCVR.
• Ability to safely operate forklifts.
• Ability to interpret technical data and communicate findings effectively to engineers, race teams, technicians, and leadership.
• Frequent domestic and international travel is required for product development, testing, pre-race activities, and race events.
• Ability to work extended hours, including evenings and weekends, according to testing schedules, race events, and program requirements.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Two-year or four-year degree in a technical field.
• Experience with motorsports, racing, or powersports vehicle development.
• Experience with vehicle diagnostic tools.
• Advanced experience with motorsports data acquisition and analysis software, such as MoTeC, DEWESoft, GlyphWorks, or similar platforms.
• Experience with electrical diagnostics, CAN communication systems, ECU calibration tools, vehicle instrumentation, and telemetry systems.
• Experience developing test plans, validation activities, and race support strategies.
• Fabrication and welding experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead vehicle development, validation, and race support activities for Polaris Powersports racing programs.
• Support development and optimization of race-specific suspension, CVT, engine, and gauge calibrations.
• Lead fabrication, assembly, and preparation of development vehicles and prototype components.
• Organize and lead vehicle development and testing in field environments.
• Act as a technical liaison among race teams, engineering teams, suppliers, and external partners.
• Operate, troubleshoot, and maintain instrumentation, telemetry systems, strain gauges, pressure sensors, thermocouples, and data acquisition equipment.
• Support ECU calibration management, software flashing, vehicle diagnostics, configuration control, and serial number tracking.
• Develop testing methods, instrumentation solutions, and data collection techniques to improve validation efficiency and product understanding.
• Develop test plans, validation procedures, and data acquisition strategies for product development, performance evaluation, and issue resolution.
• Collect, analyze, and communicate vehicle performance data using data acquisition systems.
• Conduct testing and development to identify root causes and resolve vehicle performance or durability issues.
• Generate technical reports and present findings to engineering teams, leadership, and integrated product teams.
• Provide technical support during test sessions, race events, and pre-race activities.
• Train and mentor race teams, technicians, and development personnel on vehicle setup, diagnostic tools, data acquisition systems, and product updates.
• Share lessons learned and support continuous improvement across engineering and racing organizations.
• Maintain a safe work environment and comply with applicable safety and operating procedures.

Benefits

• Market-leading profit-sharing plan.
• Company contributions to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Discounted employee stock purchases.
• 401(k) matching contribution.
• Financial wellness education and consultation.
• Health insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid time off.
• Gym and personal training reimbursement.
• Life insurance.
• Disability offerings.
• Paid volunteer time off through Polaris Gives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED