Senior Tooling Engineer

Whirlpool, Inc.; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Whirlpool Corporation is seeking a Toolmaker to lead the design and tooling for large stamping dies in support of major program launches. You will collaborate with design engineers and global toolshops to ensure tooling meets design intent and manufacturing uptime requirements.

The role requires a Journeyman’s card in tooling, 5 years of toolmaking experience, and strong communication skills; travel will be required, with a BS in Mechanical Engineering preferred.

Qualifications

• Journeyman’s card in tooling.
• 5 yrs as a toolmaker.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects to specify/purchase new large stamping dies for major program launches.
• Lead changes to existing tools to support cost and quality initiatives.
• Communicate project updates to all levels of the organization.
• Lead toolshop to transform print tolerances into a robust stamping tool design.
• Maintain/update/submit project documentation for each new tool (FMEA, load sheets, etc.).

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

B.S. in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SolidWorks

Pro/E

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 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.

The team you will be a part of

The Engineering team discovers, develops and evaluates new product ideas, enhancements, or strategic product extensions, and translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products. Leads, plans and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception to introduction into the marketplace. Coordinates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation.

This role in summary

To be successful in this role you will work with our design engineers and various toolshops around the world to lock in a design that meets the needs of the design intent and also meet the needs of the manufacturing plant with regards to standards, expected uptime, etc. Some travel will be required.

Your responsibilities will include

• Leading projects to specify/purchase new large stamping dies in support of major program launches
• Leading changes to existing tools to support cost and quality initiatives
• Communicating project updates to all levels of the organization
• Leading toolshop to provide a design that Transforms print tolerances into a repeatable/robust stamping tool
• Maintaining/updating/ submitting project documentation for each new tool. e.g. FMEA, NP stores load sheets, Purchased component listing etc

Minimum requirements

• Journeyman’s card in the area of tooling
• 5 yrs as a toolmaker
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Preferred skills and experiences

• 5 years manufacturing experience
• Background in leading the implementation of new large metal stamping dies
• Experience using 3d software e.g. solid works, pro E etc
• Bachelors of Science Degree in Mechanical

Additional information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. 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.
• 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.