Staff Engineer (Electrical Architect)

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Position Overview:

You will develop platform strategies and electrical architectures that support future electrical and electronic systems across Polaris Powersports platforms. In this role, you will define system requirements, support feature development planning, and work closely with vehicle architects, systems engineers, and cross-functional engineering teams to deliver scalable technical solutions. You will help guide platform development activities by aligning customer needs, technology roadmaps, regulatory requirements, and product development objectives. This is a compelling opportunity to influence the electrical architecture and feature strategy that supports future Polaris Powersports products and emerging technologies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop long-range product plans by aligning system needs with customer requirements and technology roadmaps.

• Develop electrical architectures that support feature solutions across Polaris Powersports platforms.

• Define high-level system and feature requirements for new solutions and technologies.

• Support development of directional cost estimates for proposed architectures and features.

• Conduct Hazard Analysis and Risk Assessment (HARA) and Design Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (DFMEA) activities for new feature development.

• Review cybersecurity assessments on powersports platforms and implement requirements into respective electrical architectures.

• Ensure proposed solutions align with broader platform strategies and initiatives.

• Identify platform elements requiring pre-development activities and technology maturation.

• Develop detailed system requirements in collaboration with vehicle architects and electrical systems engineers.

• Integrate architecture and system requirements into vehicle platform designs with cross-functional engineering teams.

• Participate in product development process reviews and support technical decision-making for assigned vehicle platforms.

• Partner with feature development teams to establish control system plans and identify desired system parameters.

• Collaborate with systems engineering, and component subject matter experts to develop testing strategies, controllers, and supporting components.

Desired Competencies:

• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.

• Critical Thinking: You analyze information objectively, evaluate options, and apply sound judgment to solve problems and make informed decisions.

• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, or a related engineering discipline.

• Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience.

• Experience with circuit design, system-level design, component specifications, and requirements management.

• Experience with analog and digital circuit analysis and design.

• Experience using electronic schematic capture and circuit simulation tools.

• Experience designing electrical systems for vehicle or machine control systems.

• Product development experience.

• Experience with wire harness design and Controller Area Network (CAN) systems.

• Familiarity with systems engineering methodologies.

• Hands-on experience using electrical test and assembly equipment.

• Strong problem-solving, organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work effectively with domestic and international technology partners.

• Familiarity with global regulations, compliance standards, and industry requirements.

• Some travel required to support vehicle builds and supplier engagement.

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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The starting pay range for Minnesota is $111,000 to $146,000 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 THINK OUTSIDE.  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. (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. 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 [email protected].  To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see: Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov).