Job Information
Whirlpool Corporation Associate, Engineering in Apodaca, Mexico
Requisition ID: 69776
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
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 .
This role in summary
Associate engineer leads product engineering changes such as new product development, cost reduction projects, quality improvement, regulatory plan with government and daily support with Factory in order to cover production issues or emergencies. The position is located in Mexico,and will join a team of 7 people responsible for cost reduction and quality improvement program for existing products sold in NAR & DOM market. Whirlpool employs approximately 24,000 people, has a sales presence in 35 markets and 15 manufacturing and technology research centers in 8 countries. This opportunity is located in Apodaca, Nuevo Leon,at the Engineering Center and it is part of the Global Engineering Organization for product development, that aims to support people development and product leadership development across the organization.
Your responsibilities will include
Lead cost opportunity projects
Lead quality activities to continue improving the Customer experience
Support the scoping of new initiatives related to the product`s improvement.
Manage Budget requests and expenditure orders as well as a yearly budget program per year.
Cooperate with cross-functional areas such as Manufacturing, Marketing, Procurement & service toward the execution of product initiatives as well of the scoping phase of said initiatives.
Manage the product BOM during the execution of cost & quality projects.
Effectively communicate with cross-functional co-workers to move projects along, detect risks and opportunities to improve a project`s timing.
Minimum requirements
Education desired: Engineering background - Mechanical, Electrical, Mechatronics, Industrial.
Advanced level of English
Knowledge of CAD/CAE tools is welcome
Knowledge or skills of project management is welcome
Previous experience on project management or engineering product development area is welcome
Microsoft office and/or Google Sheets knowledge is a must.
Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation
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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.