Requisition ID: 71160
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 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.
Mechanical Analyst is mainly responsible for components and Subsystem design for console, door, drawer, chassis, cavity and packaging for free standing ranges, wall ovens and cooktops. Also are responsible for the product thermal development. Mechanicals Analyst belongs to the Latin America Mechanical Subsystem team, in this role the candidate will work on product development for Brazil and Mexico Whirlpool manufacturing locations.
- Supporting and working for projects through all project phases
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Solving problems and finding reliable technical solutions for the application
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Creating ideas for new designs, cost reduction and quality improvement projects
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Develop and capture knowledge required to deliver subsystem level excellence through Design Guides, Failure Mode and Effect Analysis (FMEA), Design Verification plan and its results, Tolerance Stack Ups, and other documents.
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Cooperating with other functions (marketing, design, industrial engineering, procurement, quality, etc)
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Supporting Product Specification based on released documentation and validated tests
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Support benchmarking activities, experimentation, data analysis via statistical tools
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Coordinate prototype build plans to evaluate design concepts through physical lab testing
- Bachelor degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field desired
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Experience in the same or very similar role
Experience in component/product development lifecycle management
Drawing experience and GD&T (Geometry Dimensioning & Tolerancing) application (tolerance definition and analysis),
Experience in component/product development with 3D CAD modeling (desired, not mandatory)
Knowledge of DFMEA (Design Failure Mode and Effect Analysis), Requirements management, 6SIGMA tools
Knowledge in tooling construction is a plus
Good planning, communication and concept development skills
Able to work in multicultural environment
Ability to work under time pressure
Resilience, multidisciplinary approach
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Knowledge on thermal is an advantage
Good communication skills in written and spoken English is a must
Spanish language knowledge is an advantage
- _Gympass;
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_Transportation vouchers, company shuttle service, or on-site parking;
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_Meal vouchers;
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_On-site meals;
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_Market-competitive benefits such as payroll loans or employee loans, health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, and private pension plans;
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_Employee Support Program, offering 24-hour assistance from legal, social, and financial professionals, social workers, and psychologists;
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_Childcare or nursery assistance at the company;
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_Services available on-site: beauty and spa salon, on-site bank branch, laundry, snack bar, restaurant, and lactation room;
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_After 5 years with the company, eligible employees can take four weeks of paid leave;
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_Discounts on products through Compra Certa.
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_Discounts on insurance (pet, auto, home, bike, travel, and more)
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_Extended maternity/paternity leave
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