The posting
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 Summary
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer is responsible for providing hands-on technical support to manufacturing operations, ensuring safe, reliable, and cost-effective production processes. This role focuses on identifying and resolving manufacturing issues, improving equipment and process performance, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives related to safety, quality, productivity, and cost.
The position requires strong experience in metal-mechanical manufacturing processes, torque-controlled assembly systems, pressure systems, and production troubleshooting. The Senior Manufacturing Engineer works closely with Production, Maintenance, Quality, Design Engineering, and other cross-functional teams to pinpoint technical issues, determine root causes, and implement sustainable solutions that improve manufacturing performance and product quality.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field.
- 7+ years of experience in manufacturing engineering or production support within a manufacturing environment.
- Strong hands-on experience supporting metal-mechanical manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Experience with torque-controlled tools and assembly systems, including troubleshooting and process optimization.
- Experience supporting pressure-related manufacturing systems and processes, including pneumatic and/or hydraulic systems.
- Strong mechanical aptitude and ability to troubleshoot equipment, tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing processes.
- Demonstrated ability to pinpoint production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement effective corrective actions.
- Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, tolerances, and technical documentation.
- Experience developing and maintaining manufacturing process documentation, work instructions, and operating standards.
- Working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement principles.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong organizational, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CAD software.
- Ability to manage multiple production priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in automotive, powersports, or high-volume manufacturing environments.
- Experience with machining, metal fabrication, welding, or other metal-mechanical processes.
- Knowledge of torque strategies, fastening systems, torque validation, and tooling.
- Experience with leak testing, pressure testing, pneumatic systems, and manufacturing equipment involving controlled pressure.
- Experience applying structured problem-solving methodologies such as 8D, 5 Why, Ishikawa, or similar tools.
- Knowledge of error-proofing (Poka-Yoke), standardized work, line balancing, and workstation optimization.
- Experience supporting new product introduction and production ramp-up activities.
- Familiarity with quality methodologies such as PFMEA, Control Plans, SPC, and capability analysis.
- Experience working closely with Maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and reduce downtime.
- Experience with cost reduction, labor optimization, and manufacturing efficiency initiatives.
Position Overview
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer provides direct technical support to production operations, with a strong focus on resolving manufacturing problems and maintaining stable, capable, and efficient processes. The role works closely with operators, technicians, Maintenance, Quality, and Engineering teams to quickly identify production issues, pinpoint root causes, and implement sustainable corrective actions.
Key responsibilities include analyzing and troubleshooting metal-mechanical manufacturing processes, assembly systems, torque applications, tooling, fixtures, pressure systems, and related production equipment. The position evaluates recurring production problems affecting safety, quality, throughput, downtime, and cost and develops solutions to improve overall process performance.
The Senior Manufacturing Engineer reviews product designs and manufacturing requirements to identify potential issues related to manufacturability, assembly, materials, tooling, tolerances, and process capabilities. The role provides technical recommendations to improve existing and new products while incorporating lessons learned from current production issues into future manufacturing processes.
Additional responsibilities include developing and updating process documentation and work instructions, establishing operating and workstation standards, supporting labor and process studies, and identifying opportunities for cost reduction and productivity improvement. The role applies Lean Manufacturing principles, structured root cause analysis, and data-driven problem solving to support continuous improvement.
The position also evaluates new manufacturing technologies, equipment, tooling, and processes when required and may provide technical input for equipment improvements, sourcing decisions, new product introductions, and capital investments. The primary focus of the role, however, is hands-on manufacturing support, technical troubleshooting, process reliability, and rapid resolution of production issues rather than project management.
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About Polaris Industries, Inc.
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. Proudly headquartered in Minnesota, Polaris serves more than 100 countries across the globe.
North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. (Polaris Mexico) is at the forefront of innovation in the powersports industry, manufacturing world-class vehicles that inspire adventure, we are home of RZR, ATV, General, Sportsman and other greats brands. With a focus on quality, teamwork, and cutting-edge technology, our Mexico operations are our largest global manufacturing facility site with more than 5,000 employees. Here at Polaris Mexico, we have engineering support from our new Product Development Center and physically assemble each one of our all-off-road vehicles with processes of injection molding, tube fabrication, welding, engines assembly, liquid and metal paint, and 6 assembly lines. We are committed to creating a dynamic work environment where talent thrives, and bold ideas come to life. Join Polaris Mexico, where passion meets innovation! www.polaris.com
How We Hire
North Pole Star, S. de R.L. de C.V. is committed to offering equal employment opportunities to all employees and makes 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 regarding social assistance, union membership, political beliefs or any other status protected by applicable law.
