Engineer, Certification Standards Excellence (Product Compliance)

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.

Polaris' Product Compliance team is responsible for leading enterprise-wide programs to achieve and maintain compliance with global product regulations and brand quality standards. As a member of our team, you will be responsible for actively maintaining product certifications, including tracking and implementing new global product regulations and supporting product development and compliance systems in a diverse cross-functional team environment with hands-on exposure to Polaris products. 

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Obtain and maintain regulatory certifications of assigned Polaris products, including emissions, noise, vehicle safety, electrical system and battery safety, and other certification types.
• Ensure compliance with US EPA, CARB, ANSI/SVIA, ANSI/ROHVA, ANSI/OPEI, UL, US Forest Service, Transport Canada, EU type approval, and other international requirements.
• Support engineering research and development activities to ensure compliance by design for new products.
• Prepare deliverables for stage-gate product development process (PDP) reviews.
• Plan and coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, sales, and marketing to achieve timely market introductions.
• Interface with regulatory agencies and third-party certification authorities.
• Resolve product compliance issues as they arise.
• Provide input to industry associations and stay informed of new requirements.
• Maintain and support the development of compliance processes and systems.

Education:

• B.S. degree in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Studies, or a related field.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2+ years of product compliance experience; ideally in a closely related consumer products industry (i.e. automotive, powersports)
• Advanced knowledge of engineering product compliance testing & validation processes; certification processes; product development process (PDP).
• Demonstrated ability communicating with key stakeholders on complex, technical projects.
• Multistage project management experience. PMP, CAPM or similar PM certificate preferred.
• Self-starter who can apply engineering principles to regulatory requirements
• High ethical standards and excellent research and communication skills
• Knowledge of product compliance regulations from EPA, CARB, ANSI/SVIA, ANSI/ROHVA, ANSI/OPEI, UL, NHTSA, US Forest Service, Transport Canada, EU type approval, and other international requirements.
• Knowledge of product compliance regulations and standards directives including emissions, noise, vehicle safety, electrical system and battery safety, and other certification types.

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; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; 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).