Engineering Process Owner – Systems Engineering

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 the Business Process Owner for Systems Engineering, you will be accountable for the end-to-end performance, sustainability, governance, and continuous improvement of Systems Engineering processes and capabilities across Product Development. The initial focus is Requirements Management and related processes, including requirements development, decomposition, traceability, interfaces, verification planning, and lifecycle management. In partnership with Engineering, Product Development, Quality, Manufacturing, Operations, and technology teams, you will improve process definition, data quality, user adoption, and operational efficiency. This role offers the opportunity to shape consistent Systems Engineering practices, standards, governance, tools, and capabilities across the product development lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as the subject matter expert and end-to-end business process owner for Systems Engineering, including process definition, integration, optimization, sustainability, governance, and adoption.

• Establish and mature processes for requirements development, decomposition, allocation, reuse, change management, traceability, system interfaces, and verification and validation planning.

• Define standards and expectations for requirements quality, including requirements that are clear, complete, testable, traceable, and appropriately decomposed.

• Drive end-to-end traceability among product needs, requirements, architectures, interfaces, engineering artifacts, verification activities, and test results.

• Partner with product development teams to improve system architecture and interface management, including methods for defining and managing critical system and subsystem interfaces.

• Translate engineering process needs into clear business and system requirements for technology solutions and integrations.

• Define, monitor, and improve process adherence while maintaining appropriate flexibility for different product development organizations and engineering disciplines.

• Partner with Engineering and technology teams to develop and mature Systems Engineering solutions within Codebeamer and the connected engineering ecosystem, including requirements traceability and lifecycle integration.

• Oversee end-user support, training, and knowledge management for assigned Systems Engineering processes and capabilities.

• Lead change management, communications, training, coaching, and adoption strategies to establish sustainable Systems Engineering practices across global Product Development teams.

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.

• Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives.

• Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field.

• 5+ years of experience in product development, Systems Engineering, requirements management, engineering process development, or a related engineering discipline.

• Demonstrated experience applying Systems Engineering principles throughout a product development lifecycle.

• Experience with business process ownership, process optimization, governance, or organizational change management is preferred.

• Experience with requirements and Application Lifecycle Management tools such as Codebeamer, DOORS, Jama, or equivalent platforms.

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex engineering needs into process requirements, capability requirements, and technology requirements.

• Proven ability to lead change, build relationships, influence decisions, and motivate stakeholders across a matrixed organization.

• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, facilitation, organizational, and leadership skills.

• Ability to manage multiple strategic and operational priorities in a fast-paced Product Development environment.

• This position is not eligible for sponsorship.

The starting pay range for Minnesota is $98,000 to $126,000 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 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; 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).