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Motorcycle Design Engineer Jobs in Wisconsin (NOW HIRING)

Harley-Davidson

Designer - Chassis Systems

Wauwatosa, WI

$74K - $112K/yr

Collaborates with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to support design, development, and production of motorcycle components and systems. * Delivers optimal design solutions while adhering ...

Harley-Davidson

Designer - Chassis Systems

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

$74K - $112K/yr

Collaborates with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to support design, development, and production of motorcycle components and systems. * Delivers optimal design solutions while adhering ...

Harley-Davidson

Designer - Chassis Systems

Wauwatosa, WI

$74K - $112K/yr

Collaborates with engineers and cross-functional stakeholders to support design, development, and production of motorcycle components and systems. * Delivers optimal design solutions while adhering ...

JW Speaker

Electronic Engineer II

Germantown, WI

ABOUT THE POSITION: We're looking for an Electronic Engineer II who is excited to design products that are at the core of our business (motorcycle, ATV / UTV, snowmobile, work lights, signalization ...

J.W. Speaker

Electronic Engineer II

Germantown, WI · On-site

ABOUT THE POSITION: We're looking for an Electronic Engineer II who is excited to design products that are at the core of our business (motorcycle, ATV / UTV, snowmobile, work lights, signalization ...

Harley-Davidson

Staff Program Manager

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

Design engineering and product development delivery is highly recommended. * Program management experience and/or certification is beneficial. * Strong understanding of motorcycle components and ...

Harley-Davidson

Staff Program Manager

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

Design engineering and product development delivery is highly recommended. * Program management experience and/or certification is beneficial. * Strong understanding of motorcycle components and ...

Harley-Davidson

Staff Program Manager

Wauwatosa, WI · On-site

Design engineering and product development delivery is highly recommended. * Program management experience and/or certification is beneficial. * Strong understanding of motorcycle components and ...

SoloPoint Solutions

Be Seen First

Electronics Engineer

Germantown, WI · On-site

$90K - $106K/yr

Experience with LED products, power supplies, or motor driver design * Working knowledge of serial ... motorcycle, UTV/ATV, and similar applications * Develop moderately complex concepts for customer ...

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How much do motorcycle design engineer jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for motorcycle design engineer in Wisconsin is $92,434.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $76,700.00 and $104,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a motorcycle design engineer do?

A Motorcycle Design Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, and improving motorcycles by combining engineering principles with creativity. They work on vehicle performance, safety, aesthetics, and efficiency while collaborating with teams in aerodynamics, materials, and manufacturing. Using CAD software and prototype testing, they refine designs to enhance speed, durability, and rider comfort. Their role ensures motorcycles meet industry standards, regulatory requirements, and customer expectations.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a motorcycle design engineer?

To thrive as a Motorcycle Design Engineer, you need a solid background in mechanical engineering or industrial design, with expertise in CAD software and motorcycle systems. Familiarity with tools like SolidWorks, CATIA, and prototype testing equipment, as well as compliance with industry standards, is often required. Strong problem-solving abilities, creativity, teamwork, and effective communication are key soft skills in this role. These skills are vital for designing innovative, safe, and reliable motorcycles while collaborating efficiently across engineering and manufacturing teams.

What are some common challenges motorcycle design engineers face in their daily work?

Motorcycle Design Engineers often encounter the challenge of balancing innovative design ideas with practical constraints such as safety standards, cost, and manufacturability. They regularly collaborate with cross-functional teams—including manufacturing, electronics, and testing departments—to ensure that designs are feasible and meet all regulatory requirements. Staying up-to-date with evolving technology and consumer trends is essential in this dynamic field. Successfully managing these challenges leads to the creation of high-quality motorcycles that resonate with both the market and safety regulations.

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Infographic showing various Motorcycle Design Engineer job openings in Wisconsin as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 89% Full Time, 9% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 80% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $92,434 per year, or $44.4 per hour.

Sr Engineer Systems - Thermal/CFD

Harley-Davidson

Wauwatosa, WI • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Medical, Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Auto req ID: 57720 
Title: Sr Engineer Systems - Thermal/CFD 
Job Function: Engineering 
Location: PDC
Workplace Category: Onsite 
Company: Harley-Davidson Motor Company 
Full or Part-Time: Full Time 
Shift: SHIFT1 

In 1903, out of a small shed in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, four young men lit a cultural wildfire that would grow and spread across geographies and generations. Their innovation and imagination for what was possible on two wheels sparked a transportation revolution that would make Harley-Davidson the most recognizable motorcycle brand in the world. Today, we continue to define motorcycle culture, evoking soul-stirring emotion reflected in every product and experience we deliver - like we have for well over a century and will for generations to come. Are you ready to ride with us?

The Harley-Davidson Motor Company Product Development Center (PDC) located in Wauwatosa, WI is home to the mantra – You dream it. We build it. Join our team as a  Sr Engineer Systems - Thermal/CFD.

Job Summary

The Senior Systems Engineer – Thermal/CFD is a full-time onsite position reporting to the System/Component Simulation Engineering Manager. This individual is expected to provide 3-D CFD simulation and analysis to support vehicle aerodynamics, thermal comfort and powertrain (ICE/EV) development to ensure the delivery of world class Harley-Davidson motorcycles. This work must align with cross-functional stakeholders and strategies within product development. The role must collaborate with motorcycle project teams, design studio, test labs, and other internal and external partners to develop innovative solutions for all future product plan projects as well as current production issues.

Job Responsibilities

The Senior Systems Engineer is responsible for the following:

  • Retrieving, preparing and cleanup of CAD parts for CFD volume meshing
  • Work with internal customers to ensure proper boundary conditions are applied 
  • Work with Powertrain, Electrical, Mechanical, and Reliability engineers to develop simulation cases and physical tests in parallel to validate and refine 3-D/1-D models
  • Develop 3-D/1-D CFD/CAE models to analyze problems related to thermodynamics, fluid flow and heat transfer (lubrication, cooling, air and other means). 
  • Develop 3-D/1-D thermal models of heat conduction, convection and radiation to enable thermal design decisions and their impact on vehicle components (rider/passenger). Examples include power train
  • components, battery cases, motors, components including metals, non-metals, gap fillers, conduction interfaces, coatings, battery cells (jelly roll), etc. 
  • Develop 3-D/1-D thermal models for power electronics and motor cooling, including motor windings, and rotor interior.
  • Develop 3-D/1-D thermal convection models for understanding ICE/EV energy balance
  • The ability to analyze 3-D/1-D models to identify incremental opportunities for overall vehicle / system improvements via reduction in engineering scalars (pressure loss, heat transfer, energy balance, flow and drag)
  • The ability to communicate across multiple software tools to quantify or optimize performance of vehicle/sub-systems (Star-CCM+, GT-Power, Sculptor, ModeFrontier, Simulink)
  • Interpret analysis results with respect to results obtained by lab testing procedures, and converting these results into practical design suggestions
  • Proactively validate/correlate results with real world data and make model improvements to drive methods development and continuous model improvement
  • Generates high level engineering reports and presents CFD/CAE results/conclusions to the motorcycle project teams
Education Requirements
Bachelor's Degree Required
Education Specifications

Position requires a bachelor’s degree in one of the following disciplines:

  • Mechanical Engineering (Fluids, Heat transfer, or Combustion emphasis), Aerospace/Aeronautical Engineering or Applied Physics. Master of Science or PhD degree with specialization in CFD preferred.
Experience Requirements

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 5 years or more of demonstrated performance related to the following:

  • Demonstrated history of 3D CFD simulations in battery enclosure heat transfer, ICE heat transfer, powertrain applications, vehicle aerodynamics, and thermal comfort
  • Strong understanding of fundamental physics – thermodynamics, fluid flow, heat transfer and combustion
  • Demonstrated use with engineering analysis tools for CFD Modeling and simulation (e.g., Star-CCM+, Converge, GT-Power, modeFrontier, Sculptor, TaiTherm, Simulink, Optistruct, etc.)
  • Experience with data sets and CFD correlation (Powertrain, Dyno, Vehicle, Wind tunnel)
  • Experience in parallel computations, parametric modeling, and design optimization
  • Proficient at programming with commercial software (Matlab, EES, Java, Python)
  • Demonstrated familiarity with Creo and CFD mesh repair techniques
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written 
  • Outstanding interpersonal and problem-solving skills
  • Demonstrated technical problem solving

The pay range shown represents the national average pay range for this role. Your pay may be more or less than the stated range and is dependent on your geographic location and level of experience.

We offer an inclusive compensation package for all full-time salaried employees including, but not limited to, annual bonus programs, health insurance benefits, a 401k program, onsite fitness centers and employee stores, employee discounts on products and accessories, and more. Learn more about Harley-Davidson here. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

Direct Reports: Yes  
Travel Required: 0 - 10%  
Pay Range: $93,400 - $145,000 
Visa Sponsorship: This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship or visa transfer  
Relocation: This position is eligible for domestic relocation assistance (within posted country)  

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