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.
About GTEC
Transforming Vision into Reality: The Global Technology & Engineering Centre. Where India’s world-class talent architects the next generation of home innovation.
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.
The EPI (Existing Product Improvement) Engineer will manage multiple project schedules to ensure timely execution and delivery of product design optimization opportunities. Maintain manufacturing productivity by resolving factory issues associated with product design in alignment with subsystem teams. Identify and capture efficiency opportunities through product design improvements. Will scope ideas and bring them to execution using the WPD (Whirlpool Product Development) methodology for minor projects
EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS : Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering
EXPERIENCE: 3-6 yrs
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Support idea generation in workshops to develop cost pipeline
Work with SME (Subject Matter Experts) to scope ideas in order to understand project feasibility ( technical / financial)
Assure accuracy forecast on project expenses
Analyze BOM (bill of material) information to generate cost ideas
Execute cost projects following the WPD methodology
Write BOM change notices in Windchill
Create Engineering changes to literature
Create FMEA ( Failure Modes, and Effect Analysis)
Create test plans using DVP&R (Design Validation Plan & Report)
Create work plans (schedules) to complete projects and introduce changes into production
Interact with internal and external stakeholders as part of the project execution (suppliers, procurement, subsystems, manufacturing, marketing, quality)
Key Deliverables
Ensure timely execution and delivery of product design opportunities.
Maintain manufacturing productivity by resolving factory issues associated with product design in alignment with crossfunctional teams.
Meet cost targets for Dishwasher
Technical
Good project/task management skills
Design for manufacturing / assembly (DFM/A)
Good analytical skills
Intermediate user of Google Suit (focus on Sheets/Excel, Docs, Slides, Drive)
SAP / Windchill experience as a plus.
MANAGERIAL
Strong communication skills (oral and written), Proficient in English
Critical thinking & Problem solving
Effective stakeholder management
Proactive (Bias for Action), respect for commitments and deadlines (Accountability)
Good project/task management skills
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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.
Join the Powerhouse of Home Innovation.
GTEC is more than an engineering centre; it is where the future of the home is being designed, tested, and perfected. We invite you to be part of a team that is not just witnessing the digital revolution but leading it—creating a lasting impact on everyday lives, one innovation at a time.
