Motors Senior Engineer

Whirlpool Corporation; Benton Harbor (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Employee discount

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Product Development Senior Engineer for the Motors team to own global motor deliverables across projects and technologies. You will work with cross-functional teams, including suppliers, to drive validation, NPD, and cost/quality improvements for Laundry powertrain.

The role requires leadership in design reviews, test plans, and PPAP releases, with travel potential and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Aeronautics or Automobile Engineering
• 5+ years of experience in product development with project management skills
• Fluent in English (read, write, speak)
• Experience with motors or rotative mechanical components
• Knowledge of GD&T and Six Sigma tools

Responsibilities

• Develop Motors for Whirlpool appliances with focus on Laundry
• Lead technical developments with internal stakeholders and suppliers
• Define validation plans and assess component maturity
• Drive NPD, cost and quality improvements for Laundry powertrain
• Coordinate global cross-functional teams and manage supplier reviews
• Conduct data-driven problem solving using Six Sigma/OPEX

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

English proficiency

Six Sigma / OPEX

GD&T

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mech/Elec/Mechatronics/Aero/Auto)

Master's degree in engineering

Tools

FEM/FEA

CFD

CAD

PLM systems

Job description

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As 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, 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.

Relocation candidates can apply, we offer relocation assistance for this role.

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.
• 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).
• 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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