Product Technician

About the role

Arctic Cat is hiring a full‑time Product Technician at our Thief River Falls location. In this role you will build and assemble prototype parts and components, maintain accurate documentation of assignments and test results, and work from layouts, engineering drawings, and sketches to support product development. You will ensure prototype vehicles and components remain in proper operating condition while performing standardized testing, field development, and evaluation activities on snowmobiles and off‑road powersports equipment. This position is ideal for a hands‑on individual with strong mechanical aptitude and a passion for helping develop innovative powersports products.

Responsibilities

• Assemble products according to design specifications.
• Maintain development models in a clean, operable condition.
• Service and repair prototypes to assure readiness for testing and field evaluation.
• Assure completeness and accuracy of all fabrications and assembly jobs.
• Complete assignments efficiently and timely according to development schedules, cost objectives, and management directions.
• Develop and maintain accurate records of all development work and field evaluation.
• Provide timely and concise design detail and construction information to the Product Design Team.
• Protect confidentiality and security of sensitive designs, costing, test data, prototype models, and product plans.
• Continuously review designs for cost‑effectiveness, material strengths, manufacturing efficiency, and maximum quality.
• Identify new product features that improve customer satisfaction, reduce costs, and keep the product line at the industry forefront.
• Improve product development processes for quicker market entry with enhanced quality, competitive features, and lowest cost.
• Promote the highest level of quality, efficiency, and professionalism among co‑workers.
• Communicate effectively with co‑workers and encourage their efforts.
• Foster interaction with dealers and customers to stay close to the product.
• Maintain a clean and orderly work area.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED required; associate degree or mechanical/electrical degree preferred.
• Valid driver’s license and ability to maintain it.
• Willingness and ability to travel for testing up to two weeks at a time.

Skills

• Proficient in interpreting blueprints.
• Knowledge of ATVs, ROVs, XTVs, and snowmobiles.
• Riding and evaluation skills for ATVs, ROVs, or snowmobiles.
• Self‑motivated, enthusiastic, and punctual.