Polaris is looking for a Technical Writer to join our team. You will create clear, accurate, and user‑friendly documentation that supports dealers, customers, and internal teams, directly contributing to our global product quality and customer experience goals.
What You'll Do
- Develop, edit, and standardize technical content—including service manuals, owner’s manuals, and technical communications—ensuring clarity, accuracy, and consistency.
- Participate in technical procedures to document and validate service processes, specifications, and product details.
- Manage multiple writing projects and timelines, communicating risks and identifying solutions as needed.
- Organize material and apply established standards for formatting, terminology, grammar, and information architecture.
- Create or request illustrations, photographs, and other graphic components to support content clarity.
- Deliver completed publications to print vendors, digital platforms, translators, and internal systems while documenting delivery details.
- Support the adoption of new tools, technologies, and processes related to publications development.
- Contribute to LEAN practices and continuous improvement initiatives within the publications team.
- Represent Publications on cross-functional teams as assigned.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 3 years of relevant experience.
- Proficiency with software tools including Windchill, Arbortext, Creo Illustrate, and Adobe applications.
- Ability to gather, comprehend, and translate technical and non-technical information for varied audiences.
- Understanding of content management best practices and information architecture principles.
- Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining attention to detail and quality.
- Strong mechanical aptitude with familiarity in electrical, hydraulic, and mechanical concepts.
- Travel as needed (approximately 5–10%).
- This position is not eligible for sponsorship.
Nice to Have
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Tech Publication, Automotive Engineering) or comparable work experience.
- Hands-on mechanical experience.
Technical Stack
- Windchill
- Arbortext
- Creo Illustrate
- Adobe applications
Team & Environment
You will work on our Publications team within an agile environment that empowers employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility.
Benefits & Compensation
- Annual salary range: $66,000 to $87,000
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Wellness programs and gym & personal training reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Life insurance and disability offerings
- Market-leading profit-sharing plan
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan and discounted employee stock purchases plan
- Generous matching contribution to 401(k)
- Financial wellness education and consultation
- Polaris Gives paid volunteer time off
Work Mode
This is an onsite role based in Medina or Roseau.
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.
