Electrical Systems Design Engineer

Position Overview

Design and deliver complete vehicle-level electrical systems that support performance, reliability, and manufacturability of Polaris off‑road vehicles. Own electrical harness routing, component placement, and system integration from early concept through production release, validation, and field support. Work closely with platform architects, systems engineers, manufacturing, suppliers, and validation teams to ensure robust and scalable electrical designs.

• Own CAD execution of vehicle electrical systems, including component placement, harness routing, interfaces and overall system layout from concept to production release.
• Collaborate with platform electrical architects and systems engineers to translate vehicle‑level electrical strategies into detailed, manufacturable designs.
• Manage electrical system design release activities and deadlines, prioritizing tasks effectively across multiple concurrent programs.
• Develop and support electrical system variants to enable different feature levels and product configurations across vehicle platforms.
• Ensure designs meet manufacturability requirements by working closely with manufacturing teams and supporting Design‑For‑Manufacturing activities.
• Engage with validation and field support teams to troubleshoot issues, perform root‑cause analysis, and drive resolution.
• Coordinate with project teams to manage electrical system timelines and support vehicle bill‑of‑materials development.
• Collaborate with suppliers to develop new electrical designs, processes, and components.
• Support prototype vehicle builds and provide hands‑on assistance as needed.
• Provide mechanical design support related to the electrical system, including brackets, interfaces, bolted joints, and related features.

• Technical / Functional Expertise:
  Apply required technical or professional knowledge to perform the role effectively and stay current within the area of expertise.
• Collaboration:
  
  Work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.
• Problem Solving:
  Identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in an accredited Engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Robotics, or Mechatronics).
• Minimum of 1 year of design experience in a related engineering field.
• Proficiency with mechanical CAD tools; experience with electrical CAD tools is preferred.
• Experience with new product design and development, including complex system integration.
• Understanding of electrical fundamentals and strong mechanical aptitude.
• Experience routing cables or flexible components in a vehicle or equipment environment preferred.
• Ability to manage detail and complexity across multiple programs while meeting release timelines.
• Demonstrated verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Ability to work with domestic and international suppliers and technology partners.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required.
• To qualify for this position, former employees must be eligible for rehire, and current employees must be in good standing.

Compensation:
Starting pay range for Minnesota is $76,000 to $110,000 per year. Polaris offers market‑leading profit‑sharing, employee stock ownership plan, discounted stock purchases, 401(k) matching, health, dental, and vision insurance, wellness programs, paid time off, gym and personal training reimbursement, life insurance and disability coverage, and paid volunteer time off.

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 T