Manufacturing Enginer, NPI

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 Summary

We are seeking a results-driven Manufacturing Engineer, New Product Introduction (NPI) to lead the successful introduction of new powertrain products within our Monterrey manufacturing facility. This role will coordinate manufacturing readiness from early design reviews through production launch, ensuring new products meet safety, quality, cost, and productivity expectations. The ideal candidate will work closely with Operations, Engineering, Quality, Controls, Packaging, and Training teams to develop manufacturing processes, implement new equipment and tooling, and ensure successful production launches.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience specifying, sourcing, installing, and qualifying manufacturing equipment and tooling
• Strong project management experience, including planning, execution, budget management, and project tracking
• Experience with powertrain systems, assembly processes, or automotive manufacturing
• Working knowledge of AutoCAD, Creo, SolidWorks, and DC tool programming

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related Engineering field
• 3–5 years of experience in Manufacturing Engineering, preferably within automotive or a closely related industry
• Strong technical problem-solving, analytical, communication, and project management skills
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and travel 10–20%, including international travel

Position Overview

The Manufacturing Engineer, NPI will own key manufacturing activities required to successfully launch new powertrain products. Responsibilities include supporting design reviews, developing and validating PFMEAs, assessing manufacturing feasibility, leading pre-production builds, and presenting manufacturing readiness during program gate reviews.

The role will define tooling and equipment requirements, develop technical specifications, coordinate supplier quotations and procurement, and support equipment installation, validation, and troubleshooting. This position will also lead production line readiness activities, including process definition, standard work, line balancing, ergonomics improvements, tooling validation, and Atlas Copco DC tool programming.

The Manufacturing Engineer will collaborate with Controls, Quality, Packaging, Training, and Operations teams to ensure equipment, processes, documentation, and production teams are fully prepared for launch. The role will provide hands-on support during start-up while driving improvements in safety, quality, productivity, and overall manufacturing performance.

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

About Polaris Industries, Inc.

As the global leader in powersports, Polaris Inc. (NYSE: 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. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.

North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Polaris Mexico) is at the forefront of innovation in the powersports industry, manufacturing world-class vehicles that inspire adventure, we are home of RZR, ATV, General, Sportsman and other greats brands. With a focus on quality, teamwork, and cutting-edge technology, our Mexico operations are our largest global manufacturing facility site with more than 5,000 employees. Here at Polaris Mexico, we have engineering support from our new Product Development Center and physically assemble each one of our all-off-road vehicles with processes of injection molding, tube fabrication, welding, engines assembly, liquid and metal paint, and 6 assembly lines. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment where talent thrives, and bold ideas come to life. Join Polaris Mexico, where passion meets innovation! www.polaris.com

How We Hire

North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and makes 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 regarding social assistance, union membership, political beliefs or any other status protected by applicable law.