Analyst, Engineering

Whirlpool, Inc.; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Fitness reimbursement

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Product Development Engineer at Analyst level to join the Edgewater Technology Center Engineering and Technology organization in Saint Joseph, MI. The role involves translating product-level requirements into subsystem criteria, developing designs and verifications, and owning subsystem releases with CAD, drawings, and BOMs.

The ideal candidate has 2+ years in product development and 1+ years with CAD and PLM, with a Bachelor’s degree in engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in engineering.
• 2+ years in engineering product development from concept to release.
• 1+ years of experience with CAD and Product Life Cycle management.

Responsibilities

• Translate product level requirements into subsystem/module/component design criteria.
• Develop and execute design & verification of subsystem/module/components on schedule, cost, quality, and performance targets.
• Own engineering release of subsystem design including CAD drawings and BOMs.
• Develop and capture knowledge through Design Guides, FMEA, DVP&R, A3s, and tolerance stackups.
• Coordinate prototype builds and lead cross-functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Marketing, Service).

Skills

CAD

PLM

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Tools

Product Life Cycle Management

Job description

Requisition ID: 72764

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 2025, the company reported
approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -
41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional
information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Product Development Engineer at Analyst level open to join our Edgewater Technology Center Engineering and Technology organization.

Your responsibilities will include

• Translate product level requirements into subsystem/module/component design criteria
• Develop and execute design & verification of Subsystem/Module/Components on schedule and at required cost, quality, and performance levels
• Own engineering release of subsystem design including component and module CAD (Computer Aided Design), Drawings, and BOMs (Bill of Materials).
• Develop and capture knowledge required to deliver subsystem level excellence through Design Guides, FMEA (Failure Mode Effect Analysis), DVP&R (Design Verification Plan and Report), A3’s, Tolerance Stack Ups, and other documents.
• Manage design tradeoffs between cost, aesthetics, performance, and other design attributes.
• Align current capability of architecture/supplier/manufacturing/customer solutions to meet product attribute targets and identify solutions for projects where current capability does not align to targets.
• Define a work plan and divide tasks/responsibilities between projects taking into account priorities, milestones and results to be achieved.
• Demonstrate project management skills to drive projects through the design, testing, and implementation phase in a timely manner.
• Coordinate prototype build plans to evaluate design concepts through physical lab testing.
• Work with cross-functional team members (Engineering, Manufacturing, Procurement, Marketing, Service, etc.)
• Participate in and lead Technical Design Previews for owned components as needed.
• Prepare engineering change documentation.

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
• 2+ years of experience in engineering product development from concept to design release
• 1+ years of experience with CAD and Product Life Cycle management

Preferred skills and experiences

• Passion for problem solving and creation of reusable knowledge
• Self-prioritization and organization with the ability to manage multiple projects
• Self motivation and a desire to take the initiative to solve problems
• Strong communications skills with a focus on detail, clarity, and consistency
• Outstanding people skills - including active listening skills, negotiation skills, presentation skills. Ability to interact confidently and credibly with global customers, brand & marketing personnel, project teams, leadership teams, lab personnel and other engineering personnel
• Desire to learn, develop and grow in your career
• Experience/Education in Heat and Mass Transfer
• Experience/Education in Mechanical Structures
• Experience using Google Suite tools

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.

Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

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Whirlpool Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity and prohibits any discrimination on the basis of race or ethnicity, religion, sex, pregnancy, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, or any other category protected by applicable law.