Product Development Engineer

Whirlpool, Inc.; Saint Joseph (MI); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee discount

Fitness reimbursement programs

Educational reimbursement

Kitchenettes

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation in the United States is seeking a Product Development Engineer at Analyst level to join the Edgewater Technology Center Engineering and Technology organization. You will translate project scopes into actionable development plans, create schedules, and release subsystem designs for manufacturing.

Daily work includes evaluating concepts with lab tests, managing trade-offs among performance, cost and aesthetics, and collaborating with engineering, manufacturing, marketing and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering with 2+ years of product development experience.
• Experience translating design concepts into manufacturable components.
• Familiarity with CAD, PLM, DVP&R, FMEA and design documentation.

Responsibilities

• Translate product level requirements into subsystem design criteria.
• Develop and verify subsystem/module/component designs on schedule and cost targets.
• Release subsystem designs with CAD drawings and BOMs.
• Manage design tradeoffs among cost, performance and aesthetics.
• Coordinate prototype build plans and lab testing with cross-functional teams.
• Lead design previews and maintain design documentation.

Skills

Engineering product development

Project management

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Google Suite

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

CAD

PLM

Job description

Requisition ID: 72764About Whirlpool CorporationWhirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constantpursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based manufacturer of kitchenand laundry appliances, the company is driving meaningful innovation to meet the evolvingneeds of consumers through its iconic brand portfolio, including Whirlpool, KitchenAid,JennAir, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and InSinkErator. In 2025, the company reportedapproximately $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. Additionalinformation about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.This role in summaryWhirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Product Development Engineer at Analyst level open to join our Edgewater Technology Center Engineering and Technology organization.You will support new product integration as well as future cost and quality projects as a Cooking Technology Subsystem Engineer. This will involve translating a project scope into an actionable development plan by creating a project schedule, performing concept generation, creating and executing test plans, releasing component and subsystem designs, and supporting implementation into a manufacturing process. On a daily basis, you will need to brainstorm design concepts to meet product requirements and then evaluate the concepts through lab testing and simulation analyses. It will be your responsibility to manage design trade-offs between performance, cost, aesthetics, and other product attributes. Trade-off management will require collaboration with a wide spectrum of process partners from other engineers to the marketing organization. On any given day, you will have a wide variety of work that needs to be self managed and prioritized to meet project commitments.Your responsibilities will includeTranslate product level requirements into subsystem/module/component design criteriaDevelop and execute design & verification of Subsystem/Module/Components on schedule and at required cost, quality, and performance levelsOwn 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 requirementsBachelor’s Degree in Engineering2+ years of experience in engineering product development from concept to design release1+ years of experience with CAD and Product Life Cycle managementPreferred skills and experiencesPassion for problem solving and creation of reusable knowledgeSelf-prioritization and organization with the ability to manage multiple projectsSelf motivation and a desire to take the initiative to solve problemsStrong communications skills with a focus on detail, clarity, and consistencyOutstanding 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 personnelDesire to learn, develop and grow in your careerExperience/Education in Heat and Mass TransferExperience/Education in Mechanical StructuresExperience using Google Suite toolsWhat we offerGenerous 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 informationWhirlpool’s Ways of WorkingOur 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 CorporationSee what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.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.#LI-JR1