Senior Mechanical Engineer

Whirlpool • Marion, OH

1d • Onsite

About The Position

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 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.

To be successful in this role, you will work with our design engineers and Vendors 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 regard to standards, expected uptime, etc. Some travel will be required.

Requirements

• 5+ years of manufacturing experience
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Bachelor's of Science Degree in Mechanical or a similar discipline

Nice To Haves

• 3+ years in a similar function
• Background in specifying and leading the implementation of new equipment
• Experience using 3d and or 2d software e.g. SolidWorks, ProE, Acad, etc

Responsibilities

• Leading projects to specify/purchase/modify fabrication and/or Stamping Equipment in support of major program launches
• Leading changes to existing equipment to support cost and quality initiatives
• Communicating project updates to all levels of the organization
• Leading vendors to provide a design that transforms print tolerances into a repeatable/robust machine
• Maintaining/updating/ submitting project documentation for each new project. e.g. FMEA, NP stores load sheets, purchased component listing etc

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level