KitchenAid Color Development Engineer

Whirlpool Corporation; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Fitness reimbursement programs

Educational reimbursement programs

Kitchenettes

Free coffee

Biking/walking trails

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in Saint Joseph, MI is seeking a Color Development Engineer for an on-site role at the St. Joseph Tech Center.

The role focuses on coordinating and delivering new color projects across Make and OEM platforms, with accountability for PPAP and GPA processes and cross-functional collaboration with manufacturing, design and supplier teams. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science or Technology and 3+ months of engineering experience, with

Qualifications

• Minimum requirements: Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology.
• Experience: 3+ months of Engineering experience (internships, co-ops, or lab work acceptable).
• Preferred: advanced degree in Chemical Engineering or Material Science; Six Sigma/OPEx is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and implement new color projects for both Make and OEM products.
• Lead development of new powder paint colors in collaboration with Manufacturing, Design and Suppliers.
• Develop and execute color test plans with internal and external lab partners.
• Deliver PPAP and GPA for new powder paints.
• Identify and drive quality and cost improvement projects with Greenville Paint team.
• Coordinate development of new powder paint and in-mold colors for OEM products.
• Serve as technical lead for color approval processes (C0 to C2).

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Material Science

Job description

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.

Information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

This Role In Summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking a Color Development Engineer. This is an onsite role at our St. Joseph Tech Center in Michigan.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

The Color Development Engineer is responsible for the coordination and implementation of new color projects supporting both new and existing products across Make and OEM.

The Color Development Engineer coordinates technical activities, leads / tracks developments, and provides technical support to stakeholders.

The Color Development Engineer:

• Is responsible to deliver new colors across the KASA (KitchenAid Small Appliances) portfolio
• Lead development of new powder paint colors for Greenville Make products partnering with Manufacturing, Design and Suppliers
• Develop and execute new color test plans coordinating with internal and external lab partners
• Deliver PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and GPA (Global Product Approval) for new powder paints
• Identify and drive quality and cost improvement projects in partnership with Greenville Paint team
• Ensure alignment to the Color Strategy while balancing part number complexity at Greenville
• Coordinate and support development of new powder paint and in-mold plastic colors for OEM products
• Develop subject matter expertise and serve as the technical lead for color approval processes (C0 initiation to C2 approval)

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology
• 3+ months of Engineering experience (experience may include Internships, co-ops, or lab application)

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Material Science
• Problem-solving approach with OPEX (Operational Excellence) or Six Sigma certification
• Hands-on experience in the design and development of consumer products
• Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts at a high level and in depth
• Actively involved in campus or community activities and organizations, preferably in leadership roles

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).

Benefits

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.

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.