What are the responsibilities and job description for the Product Technologist position at Arctic Cat?
At Arctic Cat we know Passion is Power. It can turn a hard day’s work into a job well done. And, it can take a Minnesota-based snowmobile company from humble beginnings to one of the most inspiring names in powersports.
The Opportunity
Arctic Cat's Product Technologist designs and develops powertrain-related systems for Arctic Cat Snow and Offroad products. Primary systems include 2 and 4 stroke engines, fuel delivery or exhaust, and CVT clutch drives. Secondary systems may include gearcases, transaxles and powertrain mounting into the chassis. In addition, this individual should have a solid understanding of the relative manufacturing and quality control processes for these systems.
Responsibilities
• Establish specifications and design requirements for new and revised designs for engines and components
• Design and analyze layouts, components, and detail drawings and apply drawing tolerances using spec limits and GD&T and perform accurate tolerance stack-up analyses.
• Ensure completeness and accuracy of all CAD work and maintain well-organized records. Utilize 3D modeling software (Siemens NX) to produce models and drawings, and/or work with CAD designers to produce 3D models and drawings of new and revised designs.
• Perform analysis and calculations for engine component designs using computer-based analysis and simulation techniques which may include FEA, CFD, and dynamic simulation tools.
• Provide efficient and timely completion of all drawings, calculations, bills of materials, and cost objectives according to project schedules.
• Develop and oversee prototyping plans for new parts and engines and work in cross functional teams to procure and fabricate prototype parts in a timely manner.
• Oversee the assembly of prototype parts and engines to ensure accurate build of products.
• Create appropriate test and validation plans for new and revised designs and monitor to ensure performance that meets or exceed the design requirements.
• Assist in the development and accuracy of Bills of Material (BOMs) and Engineering Change Notice (ECNs).
• Support the development of service manuals and part books.
What You Bring to the Table
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely-related curriculum
• 6 years of relevant engineering experience; work with engines and powertrain related components preferred.
• Software Knowledge: Unigraphics NX, SAP and ANSYS
Salary : $60,000 - $80,000