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Requisition ID: 63494

ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.

The team you will be a part of

Mechanical Structures Powertrain is a global shared team within Whirlpool Global Product Organization, Laundry Platform (Vertical Axis Washers, Horizontal Axis Washers and Dryers). The scope of this team is global, with accountability on module developments for the AMERICAS Region, and AS, overall Laundry appliances. Inside Mechanical Structures Powertrain, this is a position inside the Transmission and Drives Team.

This role in summary

Whirlpool is seeking a talented Product Development Associate Engineer with a strong engineering background for the Transmission and Drives Team. This engineer will be located in our Tech Center in Rio Claro - Brazil, but responsible for Global Mechanical Structures Powertrain deliverables on Transmission and Drive components, which includes the development and approval of our components throughout the various phases of projects. A variety of technologies is under our accountability: plastic molded parts, casting and powder metal technologies, sheet metal designs, rubber seals and belts, bearings, etc, combined with highly interactive work with cross-functional teams and, suppliers, make this position a must-apply if you are looking for a dynamic and challenging job.

Your responsibilities will include

Accountable for Transmission and Drive components (cost & quality activities / new developments) within Mechanical Structures Powertrain.

Work with Service, Quality, and Manufacturing areas to drive investigations of root cause and quality improvements in our businesses.

Work with suppliers, perform competition benchmarking and work with Manufacturing areas to drive business cost reduction projects.

Technical lead of any activity related to Transmission and Drive components: fine-tuning of concepts, material selection, design for manufacturing and assembly, including creating design FMEAs and working with Labs to verify and validate the designs.

Work with Quality teams to run the first part approvals (FPA’s) and Product Part Approval Process (PPAP).

Cover the role of RMO (Regional Module Owner) supporting roadmaps and strategy plans around specific modules and attributes to help reduce complexity.

Communication with procurement and suppliers to work on the development of components.

Minimum requirements

BSc in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or related field

Project Management Skills with the ability to manage multiple projects in parallel

CAD Skills (Creo Preferred)

Proficiency in English (Read, listen, write and speak)

Preferred skills and experiences

Proactivity

Excellent Communication Skills

Experience working with cross-functional teams in a matrix environment is a plus

Experience designing mechanical components: specification, testing, and analysis is a plus

Understanding and reviewing computer simulation (FEM, FEA, CFD, CAD) reports and incorporating recommendations into the design is a plus

Master Degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field is a plus

What we offer

_One day of Home Office per week;

_Short Friday every Friday;

_Discount on products through Compra Certa;

_Discount on insurance (pet, auto, home, bike, travel, and more)

_Access to the Company Recreation Club available for affiliated employees and guests;

_Gympass;

_Employee Support Program, with 24-hour assistance from legal, social, financial, social workers, and psychologists;

_Daycare assistance or Nursery at the company for female employees;

_Benefits such as consigned or social loans, health and dental plans, life insurance, and private pension plans competitive with the market;

_Services available on-site: cafeteria, internal bank branch, and lactation room;

_Transportation voucher or free parking at the company;

_Meals on-site;

_Food voucher;

_Two weeks of remote work from anywhere;

_After 5 years with the company, eligible employees can take four weeks of paid leave;

_Extended maternity/paternity leave.

Learn more at https://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/trabalhe-conosco-no-brasil/

Additional information

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