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 Overview: As a Senior Validation Engineer within Polaris' Vehicle Electronics and Software organization, you will lead validation for RIDE COMMAND display and gauge hardware and software across multiple product lines. This role owns subsystem validation strategy, planning, test coverage, and execution in partnership with internal and external teams. In this position, you guide engineers and technicians, communicate validation risks, and support release readiness decisions with program and engineering stakeholders. The position offers broad technical scope across simulation, bench, and vehicle testing for connected vehicle electronics.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead hardware and software validation through simulation and bench and vehicle testing, directing validation engineers and technicians during execution.
- Own subsystem validation strategies, Design Verification Plan and Report (DVP&R) documentation, test plans, and test coverage, coordinating execution with component system leaders and program managers.
- Manage multiple component-level validation efforts simultaneously and maintain alignment with program schedules and subsystem validation goals.
- Create and maintain test bench setups and simulation scripts that support repeatable validation activities.
- Lead failure investigations, root cause analysis, and corrective actions, and incorporate lessons learned into design standards.
- Review hardware and software requirements and provide feedback when requirements are unclear or incomplete.
- Drive continuous improvement in validation processes, tools, and test automation in alignment with applicable standards.
- Provide validation status, risk assessments, and release readiness recommendations to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders.
- Mentor junior engineers and technicians through reviews of test cases, test results, and defect reports.
- Partner with cross-functional Polaris teams and external partners to coordinate validation execution and release schedules.
Desired Competencies: - Leadership: You inspire, guide, and empower others to achieve their best by setting clear direction, fostering trust, and creating an environment where people feel supported, motivated, and accountable for delivering results.
- 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.
Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering preferred; Computer Engineering or a related discipline with relevant experience considered.
- 6 or more years of experience in the design, verification, or validation of electronics, such as vehicle controls, displays, or communication equipment.
- Proven experience leading validation efforts and mentoring engineers or technicians.
- Experience with CAN, Ethernet, USB, Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, VHF, and cellular technologies; experience with UDS and J1939 is strongly preferred.
- Experience with DFMEA, SFMEA, and Functional Safety is desired.
- Familiarity with Agile software development in the automotive industry and strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills.
- Familiarity with requirements, test case, and configuration management tools such as DOORS, TestRail, or Codebeamer is preferred.
- Experience working with global teams and in project management is highly preferred.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced office and lab environment and travel less than 20%.
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
The starting pay range for Minnesota is $95,000 to $125,000 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 PolarisAs 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. ;br>
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