Engineering Manager (Vehicle Dynamics Design)
Core
Lead the Off-Road Vehicle Vehicle Dynamics Design team responsible for suspension, steering, running gear, brake systems, and related chassis components.
Role type
Engineering Manager (Vehicle Dynamics Design)
Builds
Off-road vehicle chassis systems and components for Polaris powersports platforms
Domain
Automotive / Powersports / Vehicle Dynamics
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> product features
Required skills
Vehicle dynamics systems design, Suspension design, Steering system design, Running gear design, Brake system design, Chassis design, System and component development, Validation (DV/PV), Cross-functional program leadership, Budget and labor planning, Supplier management, Process improvement (DFM/DFA)
Preferred skills
Mechanical engineering background, Automotive engineering background, Global organizational experience, Matrixed environment experience, Talent acquisition and development
Technologies
CAE tools, Vehicle testing equipment, Prototype build tools
Responsibilities
Lead, mentor, and develop a multidisciplinary global engineering team; Oversee component and system design, development, release, and validation; Align vehicle dynamics system designs with overall vehicle architecture; Provide technical direction, vision, and decision-making support; Collaborate with CAE, testing, manufacturing, suppliers, and program management; Establish and improve processes, standards, and workflows; Champion DFM/DFA principles; Manage budgets, labor planning, and project expenses; Partner with suppliers and external engineering resources; Support technical reviews, prototype builds, vehicle testing, tuning activities, and issue resolution; Identify capability gaps and support talent acquisition strategies.
Seniority
Manager, hands-on technical leadership