Systems Engineer – Electric & Hybrid

Job Description

About the job
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.

The Electric & Hybrid Powertrain Systems Engineer will be an integral part of the Electrification Systems Team within our Global Electrical, Embedded and Connected Systems (GEECS) team. They will be responsible for leading the design and development of electric & hybrid powertrain systems to meet vehicle performance goals working closely with a core team of Electrification & product team systems engineers in the design, development, & integration of the system into hybrid and battery electric vehicles manufactured by Polaris.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Works with product team to understand customer needs & use cases/cycles, develops powertrain system performance requirements, and works with analysis team to evaluate the performance of various architectures & analyze system-level tradeoffs
Finds areas of commonality between customer/vehicle applications and develop/recommend platformed components/subsystems to meet current & future needs where possible/appropriate
Establishes reasonable project development schedule and resource estimations from concept to production implementation of the system(s) including tooling, NRE, labor, BOM cost, etc.
Documents electric &/or hybrid powertrain system requirements and decomposes into component and integration requirements.
Works with chassis, engine, controller, software teams/engineers as needed to assign requirements, discuss tradeoffs, perform design reviews, & ensure successful integration
Performs detailed studies and design of the electric &/or hybrid powertrain system (including the physical, electrical, and controls architecture & integration aspects) with emphasis on safety, quality, and cost; includes leading and/or participating in system, subsystem and/or vehicle level HARA, FMEA, etc. as well as developing design guidelines
Manages technical aspects of multiple system integration and validation projects and provides status to the integrated project team(s)
Interacts with purchasing, testing, manufacturing, and external suppliers as needed for the successful completion of projects
Creates and executes (or facilitates the execution of) electric & hybrid powertrain system &/or component functionality/reliability testing/validation plans prior to vehicle insertion where/when appropriate; facilitates issue root-causing and resolution
Supports vehicle level validation plan development related to electric & hybrid powertrain system functionality & reliability, reviews the test results, and troubleshoots & resolves issues as needed
Creates and maintains design documentation including system architecture and/or flow charts as needed
Identifies & communicates risks related to the design, development, implementation, etc. of the electric & hybrid powertrain subsystem and/or its integration with other systems/subsystems; works with the team to prioritize and develop & execute mitigations & contingency plans
Maintains & facilitates consistent, effective communication with Integrated Project Teams, Central Electrical Teams, functional experts, CAE/FAE/ALD, etc.
Supports the development and continuous improvement of processes, tools, documentation, training materials, etc. to support a sustained capability within the organization.
Performs other duties/assignments as requested

Skills & Knowledge

Experience in electric/hybrid powertrain system development
In-depth understanding of various electric & hybrid vehicle architectures, systems, subsystems, etc. at various voltage levels (36V/48V, 100V, 350V+, etc.) including component design, selection, & integration
Selection and qualification of high voltage connectors and cabling.
Experience in assessment of Onboard Chargers and EVSE equipment including SAE J1772 standards
Assessment and testing of system EMI/EMC
System-level design of vehicle or machine control systems experience including system/subsystem level tradeoff analysis, troubleshooting, and calibration
Experience in thermal analysis for heat balance of electrical system operation in air cooled and liquid cooled systems
Experience in electrical rotational machine and motor controller trade off analysis, interface requirements and design selection
Hands on experience using electrical/software test and analysis equipment
Product development experience
Controller Area Network (CAN) experience (J1939 preferred)
Demonstrated success with engineering problem solving approach
Demonstrated ability to influence without authority
Demonstrated success working in cross-functional, multi-location teams
Highly developed computer skills using design/analysis and Microsoft Office software tools

We are an ambitious, resourceful, and driven workforce, which empowers us to THINK OUTSIDE. Apply today!

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. With annual 2021 sales of $8.2 billion, 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; Indian Motorcycle® midsize and heavyweight motorcycles; Slingshot® moto-roadsters; snowmobiles; and deck, cruiser and pontoon boats, including industry-leading Bennington pontoons. Polaris enhances the riding experience with parts, garments, and accessories, along with a growing aftermarket portfolio, including Transamerican Auto Parts. Polaris’ presence in adjacent markets includes military and commercial off-road vehicles, quadricycles, and electric vehicles. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe. www.polaris.com

EEO Statement

Polaris 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.

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