Associate Studio Engineer

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 drives 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, about 90% of which were in the Americas, with 44,000 employees and 40 manufacturing and technology research centers.
Requisition ID

71416
This Role In Summary

Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Associate Studio Engineer, Product Design opening in our Global Design Organization.
About DESIGN At Whirlpool

DESIGN supports Whirlpool’s vision to “Be the best kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home, and in the world.” We inspire lasting engagement, product leadership, and meaningful experiences at home and for our world. We do this on a foundation of empathy, innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship, with people at the center of our process.
Your Responsibilities Will Include

In this position, you will collaborate with senior Studio Engineering mentors to bridge the gap between Design, Engineering, and Manufacturing teams globally. Your primary objective will be to help develop aesthetically compelling and innovative products that are technically and commercially viable. You will maintain a rigorous standard of perceived quality in every technical discussion.
Utilize Creo to build aesthetic models and assemblies, using class‑A surfacing to preserve design integrity during technical transitions.
Act as a liaison to align engineering specifications and marketing needs with the overall design vision.
Support Industrial Designers by providing technical guidance on major layouts, human factors, and packaging.
Solve complex challenges related to mechanics, structure, and manufacturing while ensuring engineering feasibility.
Cultivate professional relationships and networks with internal partners to achieve unified design outcomes.
Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and 1+ years of engineering or design experience or Associate’s degree and 2+ years of engineering or design experience.
Preferred Skills And Experiences

Ability to contribute effectively to Studio team critiques of processes and products.
Skill in identifying technically sound solutions that respect the aesthetic vision.
Foundational knowledge of craftsmanship and its relevance to product design.
Knowledge of diverse plastic production (e.g., blow molding, co‑injection, two‑shot molding) and steel fabrication (e.g., machined, folded) processes.
What We Offer

Generous benefits package, Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy – Early Childhood Center (subject to availability).
Benefits

Always On Flexibility – Autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside‑of‑work commitments.
Two‑Week Work from Anywhere – Minimum one‑week increments for up to two weeks per year.
Sabbatical – Four weeks paid leave after 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.

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