Requisition ID: 73011
This role in summaryWhirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Cycle Design Lead Engineer. This is an onsite role at our St. Joseph Technology Center in Michigan.
The Cycle Design Lead Engineer will be a key technical expert within the Laundry Engineering Performance Subsystem. The Lead Engineer will be responsible for the delivery of Dryer algorithms, cycles, and performance optimization, ensuring compliance with global requirements and seamless integration with component modules for new and existing laundry products. This engineer will work to develop, optimize, integrate, and validate Dryer algorithms in conjunction with technology partners to deliver consumer relevant product attribute performance for laundry products.
Your responsibilities will include- Lead development of Dryer algorithms, logic, and cycle design for Residential and Commercial dryers
- Own Dry Performance attribute and Cycle Design module, collaborating with software, electronics hardware, and adjacent platform modules to deliver optimized system performance
- Drive deployment of Dryer Cycle Design roadmaps, including complexity reduction, attribute requirements, and cost & quality initiatives
- Characterize the critical module parameters that contribute to system level attribute requirements (functional decomposition) and capture knowledge required to deliver module-level excellence
- Develop an understanding of dryer physics with a key focus on thermal / fluid dynamics that govern the dry system
- Drive new product design from concept through execution, including Advanced Development and Production Development projects
- Develop multiple concepts and utilize Failure Modes and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Design Verification Plans (DVP), risk management tools, and OpEx / Six Sigma methodology in making trade-off decisions for performance attributes
- Mentor junior engineers in the Cycle Design team for technical project delivery and competency development
- Manage communication and collaboration with key cross-functional stakeholders for the development of performance attribute claims and messaging, including product marketing, brands, legal, V&V, and labs
- Support Regulatory product compliance for NAR and other countries where NAR products are marketed through collaboration with Government, Safety, and Regulatory partners
- Translate the Voice of the Consumer into Engineering product requirements to enable Dryer product leadership
Minimum requirements- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science Engineering
- 5+ years of product development experience in the Appliance Industry or Consumer Products industry, including engineering delivery for a major project launch
- 5+ years of experience with product performance optimization, including development, implementation, and validation of algorithms in conjunction with software and hardware process partners
Preferred skills and experiences- Master's Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, or Computer Science)
- 10+ years of product development experience in the Appliance Industry or Consumer Products industry, including engineering delivery for multiple major project launches
- Strong communication skills, with a proven ability to translate complex engineering trade-offs to non-technical stakeholders and tailor messages by audience
- Proficient technical knowledge in core engineering tools and processes, including stage gate product development, Design for Safety, Systems Engineering, FMEA, problem solving, and continuous improvement
- Proven experience leading successful initiatives including cross-functional process partners
- Ability to mentor and coach junior engineers to support the development of a technically rigorous talent pipeline
- Certification in Operational Excellence / Six Sigma, including use of OpEx tools in delivery of project objectives
- Strong knowledge of Regulatory (e.g., DOE) requirements with demonstrated ability to collaborate with internal regulatory process partners
- Strong knowledge of software and software development processes
What 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 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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