**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.** **Validation Liaison – Off-Road Powersports** **About the Role** Are you passionate about off-road vehicles and enjoy working hands-on with mechanical systems? Join our dynamic team as a **Validation Liaison** , where you'll play a key role in the development and testing of industry-leading powersports products. This position is perfect for technical and detail-oriented individuals who are excited to contribute to new product development projects. **Responsibilities** + Lead and coordinate validation and testing activities for off-road vehicles and components. + Collaborate with engineering, test labs, fabrication, and field test teams to ensure smooth execution of test plans. + Manage prototype and test parts from internal teams and external vendors. + Pro-active planning to ensure timely test execution. + Create and improve validation task execution processes. + Incoming component inspection, verification, and kitting of components needed for validation testing. + Organize logistics of vehicles and parts for development and field testing. + Maintain accurate inventory and documentation of test parts and kits. + Support data entry, reporting, and communication of test status updates. + Execute validation tests and report writing as necessary. + Maintain a clean, organized, and safety-focused work environment. **Experience & Skills** + Associate degree or two-year technical diploma (mechanical, manufacturing, or related field preferred). + Interest in engineering and product development—especially in powersports or automotive industries. + Strong organizational, multi-tasking, and time management skills. + Excellent verbal and written communication skills with a team-first attitude. + Hands-on experience with mechanical systems and tools. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office (especially Excel); ERP, CreoView CAD, and SharePoint experience is a plus. + Forklift operation experience or willingness to become certified. **Why You’ll Love It Here** + Be part of a passionate team that designs and tests cutting-edge off-road vehicles. + This role is a fast-paced liaison between office engineering and the hands-on shop environment where your contributions directly impact product performance. + Gain exposure to engineering processes and product development cycles. \#LI-CS99 **The starting pay range for Minnesota is $59,000 to $78,000 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; Indian Motorcycle® mid-size and heavyweight motorcycles; 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 (https://www.polaris.com/en-us/) **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_ _Talent.Acquisition@Polaris.com_ _. To read more about employment discrimination protection under U.S. federal law, see:_ _Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal (eeoc.gov)_ . At Polaris, the need for diverse perspectives and experiences enables our vision of Best People, Best Team. We value our differences and align our passions to do great work. As a highly efficient growth company, we are driven to be agile and adaptable to support our customers. At Polaris we unite to create memorable adventures. Learn more at http://www.polaris.com/careers