Sr. Development Engineer (Marine Innovation)

Polaris Inc. • Fort Pierce, FL

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About The Position

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. Position Overview: In this role, you will lead the development and validation of marine vehicle systems, components, and full vehicle designs as part of the Marine Innovation team. You will work closely with powertrain, chassis, and validation teams to advance new technologies and resolve complex technical issues. You will serve as a key technical liaison between testing and design teams, ensuring that development activities are rigorous, data-driven, and aligned with engineering standards. You will contribute across the full development lifecycle, from concept evaluation through field issue resolution. This role offers the opportunity to influence system-level performance and shape the development of next-generation marine products.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
• Minimum 5 years of experience in powersports product design or development engineering, or related engineering roles
• Demonstrated experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g., A3, fishbone, fault tree analysis, 5 Whys)
• Hands-on knowledge of mechanical and electrical vehicle systems
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools including Excel, Project, Word, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously
• Ability to work with and travel to domestic and international technology partners
• Travel up to 10–20% as needed
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship
• To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with test, validation, data acquisition, signal processing, or fatigue analysis preferred
• Experience with 3D CAD modeling tools; CREO preferred
• Experience with calibration tools or troubleshooting electronics and controls preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead problem solving, root cause analysis, and issue resolution across vehicle systems and components in mechanical and electrical domains
• Coordinate and support validation and test activities, including development and refinement of DVP&R and test plans
• Define test criteria, system requirements, objectives, and schedules for hardware development projects across multiple sites
• Analyze and interpret test data using statistical and analytical methods, correlating analysis-led design to test results
• Develop and specify test procedures, methods, and equipment to support system and performance development testing
• Partner closely with design engineers to recommend and influence new or improved component and system designs
• Participate in DFMEAs, design reviews, hardware teardowns, and root cause failure analyses
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers, and external partners to support development objectives
• Prepare sketches, layouts, presentations, and technical summaries to support engineering decision-making
• Quantify system performance through data acquisition and analysis, including operation of vehicles for development evaluation
• Analyze field issues, propose corrective actions, and implement countermeasures
• Lead and participate in system and subsystem peer teams
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Polaris is proud to offer competitive compensation, including a market-leading profit-sharing plan that is fundamental to our pay-for-performance culture.
• At Polaris, employees are owners of the company through company contributions to our Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan.
• Employees receive a generous matching contribution to 401(k), financial wellness education and consultation to plan for their financial future.
• In addition to competitive pay, Polaris provides a comprehensive suite of benefits, including health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym & personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability offerings.
• Through the Polaris Foundation and our Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off, we support employees who actively volunteer their time, efforts, and passions to improve the health and wellbeing of the communities in which they live, play and work.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees