Description
Arctic Cat in Thief River falls is hiring a Mechanical Engineer. This individual will be responsible for designing and developing accessories and components for Arctic Cat snow and off-road products. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of manufacturing and quality control processes, including plastic injection molding, blow molding, metal stampings, and welded assemblies. A strong understanding of powersports products and their design requirements is essential for success in this role.
Responsibilities:
- Design and develop various accessory components and systems for powersports vehicle platforms.
- Develop and release engineering component and assembly drawings utilizing Utilize 3D modeling software (Siemens NX).
- Assist in the development and accuracy of Bills of Material (BOMs) and Engineering Change Notice (ECNs).
- Select materials based on functional and cost-based criteria and develop into manufacturing methods for plastic parts.
- Coordinate fabrication of prototype parts within the Engineering Proto shop or external supplier. Assemble prototype parts to review or test the designs.
- Create appropriate test and validation plans for new and revised designs and monitor to ensure performance that meets or exceed the design requirements.
- Understand and apply GD&T for tolerance analysis and drawing creation.
- Perform root cause analysis and resolve test issues to document solutions.
- Perform cross functional design reviews and Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) assessments on components and assemblies.
- Support elements of quality assurance and PPAP process requirements.
- Support the development of service manuals and part books.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely-related curriculum required
- Years of Experience: 2 or more years of experience
- Software Knowledge: proficient CAD software (NX / Solidworks / ProE / CATIA) required, Siemens NX-UG preferred. Microsoft Office applications, MRP, ERP, SAP, Teamcenter
- Understanding of various manufacturing processes including Injection Molding, Blow Molding, Thermo-Forming, Roto- Molding, metal stampings, welding, and metal fabrication.
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field
- At least 2 years of professional experience
- Proficiency with CAD software such as NX, SolidWorks, Pro/E, or CATIA
- Understanding of manufacturing processes including injection molding, blow molding, thermoforming, rotomolding, metal stamping, welding, and metal fabrication
- Siemens NX-UG experience
- Experience with Microsoft Office, MRP, ERP, SAP, or Teamcenter
What We Do
Arctic Cat is a prominent manufacturer of powersports equipment, including snowmobiles, all-terrain vehicles (ATVs), and side-by-sides. Founded in 1960 and based in Thief River Falls, Minnesota, the company focuses on engineering high-performance outdoor recreational products. Recently acquired by a new leadership group, Arctic Cat continues to innovate in the powersports industry, maintaining a commitment to quality, manufacturing excellence, and providing enthusiasts with cutting-edge technology for exploring the outdoors.
