Validation Engineer (Snowmobiles)

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Position Overview:

You will lead validation planning and testing efforts for snowmobile platforms, ensuring systems and components meet defined performance, reliability, and durability requirements. In this role, you partner with product, systems, and test teams to define validation strategies, execute lab and field testing, and deliver clear insights on vehicle readiness. You own validation reporting, test execution, and data integrity across the development cycle. This role is a compelling opportunity because you directly influence product quality and reliability through hands-on validation and data-driven decision making.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop and execute DVP&R plans for assigned snow vehicle programs. Define test procedures, pass/fail criteria, and equipment required to validate vehicle and system performance. Coordinate and execute component and vehicle-level validation activities with cross-functional teams. Establish reliability and durability test targets aligned with vehicle and system requirements. Lead validation processes to ensure performance, driveability, and certification requirements are achieved. Collect, analyze, and interpret test data using appropriate data acquisition and analytical tools. Ensure data integrity and technical accuracy across all validation and testing activities. Report validation status, results, and conclusions to project teams and leadership. Support field testing, root cause analysis, and issue resolution activities. Improve existing and develop new testing methods and procedures as needed.

Desired Competencies:

Achievement Orientation Definition:

Focusing efforts on achieving high quality results consistent that meet or exceed standard expectations.

Problem Solving Definition:

Identifying problems and analyzing or reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions. Collaborating with

Others Definition:

Working together with others in a cooperative and supportive manner to achieve shared goals.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related engineering field. Minimum of 3 years of experience in validation, testing, or product development engineering. Hands-on knowledge of mechanical and electrical systems. Experience with or ability to learn data acquisition and processing tools such as AIM or Edaq. Experience in test planning, development, coordination, and execution. Strong technical analysis, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills. Experience supporting field and lab testing with reliability metrics and targets. Strong written and verbal communication skills and ability to work cross-functionally. Travel up to 10%. This position is not eligible for sponsorship. #LI-CS99 The starting pay range for Minnesota is $75,000 to $95,000 per year. Individual salaries and positioning within the range are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography. While individual pay could fall anywhere in the range based on these factors, it is not common to start at the high end or top of the range. To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing. We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to

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Apply today! At Polaris we put our employees first, by offering a holistic approach to their health and financial wellbeing. 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. Employees at Polaris drive our success and are rewarded for their commitment. About Polaris As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (

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PII) pioneers product breakthroughs and enriching experiences and services that have invited people to discover the joy of being outdoors since our founding in 1954. Polaris' high-quality product line-up includes the Polaris RANGER®, RZR® and Polaris GENERAL™ side-by-side off-road vehicles; Sportsman® all-terrain off-road vehicles; military and commercial off-road vehicles; snowmobiles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; Aixam quadricycles; Goupil electric vehicles; and pontoon and deck boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with a robust portfolio of parts, garments, and accessories. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com EEO Statement Polaris Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will make all employment-related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, familial status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law. Applicants with a disability that are in need of an accommodation to complete the application process, or otherwise need assistance or an accommodation in the recruiting process, should contact Human Resources at 800-765-2747 or Talent.

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Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov). At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures.

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