Engineering Process Manager - Product Design & Definition

Polaris Inc. is looking for an Engineering Process Manager to help strengthen how Engineering turns product design and definition into reliable, scalable outcomes. This onsite role in Wyoming, MN focuses first on Product Design & Definition process ownership, with ongoing emphasis on end-to-end performance, sustainability, and continuous improvement.

You will lead core business processes, align governance and quality with data stewardship, and drive measurable improvements using Lean methods and structured project frameworks. Along the way, you will support end users in your domain and build self-service resources so global teams can move faster with confidence.

Responsibilities

• Act as the subject matter expert for Product Design & Definition with end-to-end accountability for process ownership, integration, optimization, and sustainability.
• Own and champion assigned business processes, ensuring they remain scalable, sustainable, and tied to tangible business value.
• Lead process design, definition, and documentation, including comprehensive process maps, standards, and training materials.
• Drive solution definition and structured problem-solving, including root-cause analysis, requirements gathering, validation, user acceptance testing, change management, and implementation.
• Lead process improvement initiatives using Lean methodologies and project management frameworks.
• Provide work direction to team members, including direct and indirect reports.
• Align process objectives to LRP, capability & technology roadmaps, and organizational strategy.
• Collaborate with governance boards and cross-functional teams to prioritize investments and manage process change.
• Ensure clear roles and responsibilities via RACI, with stakeholder engagement and sponsorship for process initiatives.
• Ensure data stewardship that supports a trusted single source of truth for product development data within the digital thread.
• Define, monitor, and control process adherence to ensure compliance with internal standards.
• Develop and track metrics and KPIs to surface improvement opportunities and risks.
• Oversee production end-user support for your domain, enabling quick, effective resolution of issues to improve user efficiency.
• Lead change management efforts, including communication, training, and adoption strategies.
• Develop and maintain self-service resources and process documentation for global teams.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Operations, Supply Chain, or a related technical field.
• At least 5 years of experience in model-year based New Product Development, working directly with Engineering Product Design & Definition.
• Minimum 4 years managing complex, cross-functional projects across Engineering, Manufacturing, Operations, Quality, or Supply Chain.
• At least 3 years in Product Development business process ownership, optimization, and change management role (preferred).
• Expert-level proficiency with PTC Creo and PTC Windchill, plus Microsoft Office applications including SharePoint and PowerBI.
• Proven ability to lead change, build strong relationships, and motivate across a matrix organization.
• Detail-oriented, highly organized, self-driven, and able to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical, communication, and leadership skills.
• Preferred Lean experience such as facilitating Kaizen events, Value Stream Mapping, and Stage/Gate and New Product Development process experience.

Technologies

• PTC Creo
• PTC Windchill
• Microsoft Office
• SharePoint
• PowerBI

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Wellness programs
• Paid time off
• Gym & personal training reimbursement
• Life insurance and disability offerings
• Competitive compensation and market-leading profit-sharing plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) contributions and discounted employee stock purchases plan
• Generous matching contribution to 401(k)
• Financial wellness education and consultation
• Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off

Working Conditions

• Very fast-paced, dynamic culture in an office environment
• Possible travel to engineering locations less than 10%

Starting pay range for Minnesota: $119,000 to $150,000 per year.