Quality Metrology Engineer

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.

You will provide quality engineering and metrology support to manufacturing operations in Huntsville, AL, ensuring vehicle assemblies and back‑shop processes meet defined standards. You will program and optimize measurement systems, interpret results, and partner closely with design engineering and global quality teams to drive data‑based decisions. You will lead and standardize metrology best practices, shaping how GD&T and measurement are executed across assemblies and welded structures.

This role offers the opportunity to make a visible business impact through ownership of measurement standards, cross‑functional exposure, and hands‑on problem solving at production scale.

• Support Quality Initiatives and Programs as assigned.
• Program and operate CMM that aligns with print datums & train quality technicians to standardize measurement methods.
• Lead statistical capability studies (Cpk) for problem solving initiatives and to support new product launch qualifications.
• Review assemblies, weldments, and fabricated component drawings to ensure functional datum schemes (GD&T). Provide feedback on design feasibility and suggest improvements based on measurement data.
• Coordinate inspection of discrepant or suspect parts or material with supplier or third party when applicable.
• Participate or Lead Failure Analysis and Root Cause and Corrective Requests Action Investigations.
• Support new product introduction teams with QA fixtures/gauges development & procurement.
• Generate special Quality Instructions and/or procedures as needed to contain quality issues or to assist with process validations.
• Perform Six Sigma Measurement System Analysis (MSA/GR&R) and process capability studies. Perform DOE if required.
• Support internal audits as needed or product transfers.
• Support Quality Lab in completing APQP, PPAP and production measurement requests.
• Champion and develop new metrology solutions that can be applied globally at all Polaris mfg. plants.
• Define quality measurement standards; coordinate with design engineers on GD&T execution for global datums & localized datums.
• Collaborate with design teams and support dimensional variation analysis (DVA).

• Technical / Functional Expertise:
  You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.
• Problem Solving:
  You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.
• Data & Analytical Literacy:
  You interpret data, metrics, or reporting to inform decisions, identify trends, and measure outcomes relevant to your role.

• Bachelor’s degree in science, metrology, engineering, operations, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in quality or process engineering or an equivalent field.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings and correlated measurement data; strong background and application of GD&T on welded assemblies.
• Previous CMM programming experience required (Hexagon Poly Works experience preferred).
• Ability to lead technicians in testing and inspection methods and troubleshoot dimensional discrepancies on CMM reports.
• Strong process improvement skills, including RCCA (8D), DOE, Gage R&R, PPAP, blueprint reading, product failure analysis, and Quality Management Systems (QMS).
• Experience developing precise measurement systems, including calibration and standards; efficient in technical writing and publishing new standards using corporate document control systems.
• Effective communication with global quality teams; self‑starter able to work independently in a manufacturing environment.
• Ability and willingness to travel up to 25% of the time, subject to business need.
• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

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