Powertrain Calibration Lead Engineer

Polaris • Wyoming, MN

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About The Position

The Sr. Powertrain Calibration Lead Engineer owns calibration strategy and delivery for next-generation Polaris powertrains, from requirements definition through production release. The role provides hands-on technical leadership across dyno, vehicle, field, certification, and production environments, balancing performance, drivability, emissions, durability, diagnostics, and program risk while maintaining calibration data and release controls.

The position leads calibration engineers and aligns module leads, controls, design, development, validation, project management, and executive stakeholders throughout the Product Development Process. It is responsible for calibration planning and maturity reviews, technical decisions and issue resolution, calibration risk management, pre-production and certification work, production calibration delivery, data management, and ongoing process improvement.

The position requires a bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field; at least five years of engineering experience; and at least two years leading calibration work, including taking a calibration through production release. The starting pay range for Minnesota is $80,000 to $105,000 per year. Travel of up to 25% is expected. The position is not eligible for sponsorship.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or master's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Minimum of five years of engineering experience.
• Minimum of two years leading calibration work, including taking a calibration through production release.
• Strong knowledge of engine fundamentals related to controls, performance, and emissions.
• Experience in base engine calibration, including torque structure, airflow, spark, fueling, transient response and drivability, cold start, and component protection.
• Proficiency with ETAS INCA and/or Vector CANape, vehicle CAN, and A2L/MDF calibration data handling.
• Proficiency with data analysis tools such as Concerto and MATLAB, along with Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities and work effectively with domestic and international technology partners.
• Ability to work in fast-paced dyno, test, and field environments, including hot, cold, and high-altitude field testing.
• Travel up to 25%.
• Position is not eligible for sponsorship.
• Former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with engine emissions control systems and EPA/CARB certification.
• Experience with OBD/diagnostics calibration.
• Experience with Simulink, ASCET, Python, or other scripting for data automation.
• Experience with small, powersports, or automotive engines.
• Hands-on experience operating off-road vehicle products.

Responsibilities

• Define and document calibration requirements for performance, drivability, emissions, durability, and diagnostics at program start, aligned with program and vehicle objectives.
• Develop and own the calibration plan, work breakdown, timing, resource needs, test procedures, and equipment required to meet program milestones.
• Lead calibration engineers across work packages by assigning work, setting technical direction, removing barriers, and developing team capability.
• Lead calibration maturity reviews at each Product Development Process gate, using standardized metrics, tools, and processes to communicate progress, decisions, and risk across the engineering organization.
• Own calibration technical decisions that balance performance, emissions, durability, and program risk; lead rapid issue and Incident Report resolution through root cause failure analysis and practical corrective actions.
• Partner with module leads and design, development, validation, project management, and executive stakeholders to ensure hardware and calibration systems meet program objectives.
• Represent calibration in engine control module software requirement and change reviews, collaborating with controls systems engineers to recommend and validate algorithm changes.
• Identify calibration risks early, incorporate them into the DFMEA and DVP&R, and direct resources across multiple Powertrain and product group engineering sites.
• Lead pre-production engine and vehicle calibration; support EPA and CARB emissions certification and durability testing; and deliver production calibration files meeting performance, drivability, emissions, and regulatory requirements.
• Own calibration data management and release control; support end-of-line testing at engine and vehicle assembly plants; improve calibration processes and automation; and use field and customer data to assess post-production performance.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and a market-leading profit-sharing plan.
• Company contributions to the Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases.
• Generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education, and consultation to plan for financial future.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Wellness programs.
• Paid time off.
• Gym and personal training reimbursement.
• Life insurance and disability offerings.
• Paid volunteer time off through Polaris Gives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior