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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Sr. Design Engineer (Driveline Systems) - **Company:** Polaris Inc - **Location:** Cheyenne, WY, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $98,000.0 - $129,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** 3d Models, Adobe InDesign, Systems Engineering, Failure Mode Effects Analysis, Software Tools, Requirements Management, Systems Integration, Creo - **Published:** August 20, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/usf7cf06b23c9f4c43f51275cbb79182bf/eaa ## About the Role * Technical / Functional Expertise: You apply the required technical or professional knowledge to perform your role effectively and stay current within your area of expertise. * Problem Solving: You identify issues, assess root causes, and implement practical solutions that balance speed, quality, and risk. * Collaboration: You work effectively with others across functions and levels, contributing to shared goals while respecting different perspectives. Qualifications: * Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related engineering discipline. * Minimum of 5 years of experience in mechanical, powertrain, transmission, driveline, or gear system design. * Significant experience with component manufacturing processes and applications. * Experience with 3D CAD modeling software; Creo experience is preferred. * Experience with one or more of the following: gear design, shaft design, bearing sizing, shift mechanisms, CVTs, clutches, splines, or chain drive systems. * Experience with drivetrain analysis tools such as MASTA, ROMAX, KISSsoft, or similar engineering software. * Systems engineering and requirements management experience. * Experience with GD&T, FMEA, DVP&R, and tolerance analysis. * Strong verbal and written communication skills. * Demonstrated ability to influence, collaborate, and lead effectively in a team environment. * Commitment to innovation, quality, and continuous process improvement. ## Description You will lead the design and development of transmission, driveline, and engine systems from concept through production. In this role, you will be responsible for geartrain-focused engineering activities including gears, shafts, bearings, splines, chain drives, and related components while ensuring designs meet performance, quality, timing, and cost objectives. You will collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams, suppliers, manufacturing partners, and validation teams to deliver robust and manufacturing solutions. This is a compelling opportunity to own complex powertrain systems and influence the development of products that require advanced mechanical design, analysis, and system integration expertise. Key Responsibilities: * Lead the design and development of driveline, transmission, and engine systems and components from concept through production. * Develop and manage system, subsystem, and component design schedules to support program timing objectives. * Create conceptual and detailed designs for gears, shafts, bearings, splines, chain drives, and related powertrain components. * Perform and support drivetrain analysis, including gear mesh and load modeling, using specialized engineering analysis tools. * Conduct or oversee engineering analyses, including DFMEA, FEA, and other evaluations to ensure design suitability and performance. * Lead and participate in design reviews while collaborating with stakeholders and owners of interfacing systems. * Select appropriate manufacturing methods for components and collaborate with suppliers on design-for-manufacturing activities. * Create and maintain 3D CAD models, engineering drawings, and design documentation. * Support validation activities, including DVP&R planning and execution. * Investigate and resolve supplier, manufacturing, testing, and field-related issues using structured problem-solving methods. * Coordinate internal and external engineering resources as needed to support program execution. * Provide technical mentorship, support engineering best practices, and contribute to knowledge sharing across the organization. ## Related Videos - [Building a hypercar from scratch](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/607-building-a-hypercar-from-scratch) - [TresJS a new declarative ThreeJS as Vue components](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/543-tresjs-a-new-declarative-threejs-as-vue-components) - [Software stack under and over the hood of the fastest accelerating car in the world](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/221-software-stack-under-and-over-the-hood-of-the-fastest-accelerating-car-in-the-world) - [Cross platform Augmented Reality development with React Native](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/160-cross-platform-augmented-reality-development-with-react-native) - [Car's are Technology on Wheels - Impact of Software and IT Competence in Automotive](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/780-car-s-are-technology-on-wheels-impact-of-software-and-it-competence-in-automotive) - [Debugging Machine Learning Code](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/71-debugging-machine-learning-code) ## Related Articles - [How software is steering vehicle technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/515-how-software-is-steering-vehicle-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers) - [Software Developer Salary in Austria [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/213-software-developer-salary-in-austria-2023) - [Are design and development really just the same thing?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/520-are-design-and-development-really-just-the-same-thing) - [Fully Remote Software Engineer Jobs](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/447-fully-remote-software-engineer-jobs) - [The Prompt Engineer ✍️](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/216-the-prompt-engineer)