Specialist Engineer (Vehicle Dynamics-Suspension)

Polaris•Wyoming, MN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

You will support the development, tuning, validation, and performance optimization of Polaris Powersports vehicles with a primary focus on suspension, steering, brake, and vehicle dynamics systems. In this role, you will be responsible for evaluating ride and handling performance, translating vehicle-level requirements into system requirements, and partnering with cross-functional engineering teams to deliver targeted vehicle dynamics performance. You will combine hands-on vehicle testing with data-driven analysis to develop and validate solutions that enhance vehicle capability and customer experience. This is a compelling opportunity to directly influence the ride, handling, and overall performance characteristics of Polaris Powersports products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
Minimum of 3 years of related engineering experience.
Knowledge of automotive or powersports vehicle systems and components.
Experience with data acquisition and data collection systems such as AIM, MoTeC, thermocouples, strain gauges, or similar technologies.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with cross-functional engineering teams.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams and stakeholders.
Ability to travel up to 25%.

Nice To Haves

Experience operating and maintaining a shock dynamometer is preferred.
Knowledge of vehicle dynamics principles and applications is preferred.
Ability to operate off-road vehicles for development, testing, and validation activities; extensive experience operating off-road vehicles, ATVs, snowmobiles, or motorcycles is preferred.
Hands-on experience with vehicle repair and maintenance is preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct performance tuning, development, and evaluation of suspension, steering, tire, and brake systems.
Develop and maintain system engineering requirements related to vehicle dynamics performance.
Translate vehicle-level performance objectives into vehicle dynamics system requirements.
Lead component design and development activities focused on tunable suspension and steering system components.
Lead systems engineering activities for vehicle dynamics and drive cross-functional collaboration to achieve vehicle performance targets.
Analyze vehicle performance data to identify root causes and develop improvements to vehicle dynamics subsystems.
Support vehicle testing, validation, and development activities to verify ride, handling, steering, and braking performance.
Collaborate with vehicle teams, system engineers, and other functional groups to optimize overall vehicle dynamics performance.