Validation Engineer

Polaris Inc. • Wyoming, WY

1d • $79,000 - $104,000

About The Position

At Polaris Inc., the Validation Engineer supports the Off-Road Validation team by leading validation activities for critical vehicle systems and assigned off-road vehicle programs. The role manages product validation planning and execution, integrating analytical methods, DFMEA inputs, laboratory and field testing, and full-vehicle testing. The engineer works with systems engineers and project teams to diagnose technical issues, identify root causes, validate solutions, and communicate validation status to stakeholders. The position offers hands-on testing, technical problem solving, and ownership of vehicle-level validation activities that influence product performance and reliability.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related engineering field.
• Strong hands-on knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems.
• Demonstrated technical analysis and problem-solving skills, including root cause investigation.
• Experience with test planning and coordination.
• Demonstrated understanding and experience with field and laboratory testing, including reliability metrics and targets.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate validation status and technical information to project teams and management.
• Demonstrated focus on quality, customer needs, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively across office, shop, and test laboratory environments.
• Ability to travel up to 10%.
• Not eligible for sponsorship.
• Former employees must be eligible for rehire; current employees must be in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Manage and execute Design Validation Plan and Report (DVP&R) activities for assigned off-road vehicle programs.
• Develop product validation plans by integrating analysis and testing based on Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA).
• Lead integrated system and full-vehicle testing to evaluate product performance and reliability.
• Diagnose testing issues, conduct root cause investigations, and ensure solutions are appropriately validated.
• Partner with systems engineers to collect test data and evaluate design improvements for issues identified during testing.
• Plan and support field testing activities in coordination with broader validation efforts.
• Track and communicate DVP&R status, testing progress, and validation results to project teams and management.
• Support the development and improvement of documents, processes, and procedures for testing and validation of off-road products.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation, including a profit-sharing plan.
• Company contributions to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases.
• 401(k) matching contribution.
• Financial wellness education and consultation.
• 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