Associate, Engineering

Requisition : 69856

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  theonly 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, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . 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.

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Whirlpool is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of Associate Engineer for the Laundry division’s Aesthetic team. This role will be based out of our St. Joseph Tech Center, in Benton Harbor, MI. This role is onsite and note remote.

You will collaborate globally with cross-functional teams to deliver superior quality products across Whirlpool brands, ensuring alignment with company targets and consumer needs. As an Associate Engineer, you will lead efforts to understand emerging trends, seek out real-life insights, and apply these learnings to design solutions that will impact the next generation of home appliances.

This role may require international and domestic travel to collaborate with global design studios, attend workshops, conduct research, and participate in project reviews. The frequency of travel will vary based on project needs and business priorities. You will be responsible for developing and executing sub-system components, ensuring timely delivery and meeting required performance standards. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and globally distributed teams to define release schedules, manage risks, and address dependencies.

Your focus will be on leading New Product Development to deliver innovative structural and aesthetic components for laundry products.

• Work with key stakeholders (Design, Marketing, Manufacturing,...) and globally distributed teams in defining the release schedule, ensuring all proper sign-offs are in place to deliver our consumers
• Develop the technical solutions that will enable product leadership.
• Drive New Product Development / Cost & Quality projects for Laundry business with a focus on Aesthetics & structural components (Washer & Dryer Doors, Front Panels and Top panel)
• Concept development, design creation, concept evaluation & selection, verification & validation and implementing into production (plastics, sheet metal, rubber and glass components)
• Work with procurement and suppliers to coordinate developing the tools by running the DFM’s and manufacturability reviews

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 1+ years of experience in a manufacturing environment

• Knowledge of problem-solving approaches with OPEX (Operational Excellence)
• Experience facilitating effective communication across teams
• Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrix environment
• Knowledge of lean principles and the ability to apply them to establish and/or improve processes
• Excellent Interpersonal skills, decision-making, planning, project management, and leadership skills
• Detail-oriented and organized with excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Project management skills with ability to manage multiple projects
• Team player
• Result oriented
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal. This includes the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of Whirlpool’s organization

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).

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool…