Motors Senior Engineer
Requisition ID: 72267
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchen and laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolving needs of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid, JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2024, the company reported approximately $17 billion in annual sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas - 44,000 employees, and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
This role in summary
Whirlpool is looking for a Product Development Sr. Engineer for our Motors team. The engineer will be responsible for global Motors deliverables, including development, execution, verification & validation, working with global x-functional teams during various phases of projects & across various technologies such as structural mechanics, plastics, sheet metal, rubber, ceramics, etc.
This is an onsite role at our St. Joseph Tech Center in Michigan or Mount Pleasant Wisconsin.
Your responsibilities will include
Develop Motors with Whirlpool appliances focusing on Laundry
Lead technical developments of motors with key internal X-function stakeholders and external suppliers.
Accountable for validation plan definition and related assessment at component level on technical maturity vs expectations.
Accountable for driving New Product Development / Cost & Quality projects for Laundry business with a focus on Laundry Powertrain (Motors & drive system components).
Communicate and align large X-functional teams in a global environment. Leadership on driving suppliers technical reviews
Resolve complex technical problems, based on data analysis and OpEx (6sigma) approach.
Take risk weighted decisions where trade off are needed
Lead multiple projects simultaneously & drive them to implementation using the project management tools & closely working with design, product approval, manufacturing, assembling & interface teams.
Concept development, design creation, concept evaluation, selection, verification, validation & implementation into production.
Work passionately on innovation, focusing on consumers by generating concepts to help product development & ensuring leadership of the company on technology & performance of products.
Fine-tuning of concepts (Hand calculations, Fit & Function, material selection, DFM / DFA), & drive design using Six Sigma or OPEX Tools, apply GD&T, stack up, & perform drawing reviews.
Drive module-level requirements, functional decomposition of requirements, perform FMEA & work with stakeholders on verification & validation plans.
Work with the product approval team to create test plans, write lab requests & coordinate with the labs to perform the tests, & with a quality team to run PPAP, as well as releasing parts & assemblies within the PLM tool.
Understanding & reviewing simulation reports & incorporating recommendations into the design.
Constant & straight communication with GSS & suppliers to work on the development of products & alignment of roadmaps & strategy plans around specific modules & attributes to help reduce complexity.
Support roadmaps Administrative functions: Training, Team Building, New Products Introduction & Cost & Quality projects Coordination, etc.
Availability for travel, regional and/or international (may be once a quarter on average).
Minimum requirements
Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Aeronautics or Automobile Engineering
5+ years of experience in product development with project management skills managing multiple projects in parallel
Preferred skills and experiences
Master's Degree in an engineering
Problem-solving approach with OPEX or Six Sigma Black Belt certification
Experience working with motors or rotative mechanical and/or electromechanical components
Experience in the selection & application of materials for component design
Experience facilitating effective communication across teams
Experience launching products into the market
Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrix environment
Knowledge of UL
Knowledge of APQP(advanced product quality planning) experience
Understanding & reviewing simulation (FEM, FEA, CFD, CAD) reports & incorporating recommendations into design
Proficient in English language (Read, write & speak)
Hands-on experience in problem solving
Proven proactivity on project execution
Driven by One Whirlpool team player
Results-oriented & aligned to Whirlpool values & leadership model
Capable of simplifying complex scenarios into simple & reliable solutions
Strong communication skills, both written & verbal with all levels of Whirlpool’s organization
What we offer
Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).
Additional information
Whirlpool’s Ways of Working
Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:
Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
Two-Week Work from Anywhere - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.
Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.
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