Senior Tooling Engineer

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About Whirlpool Corporation

Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life  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, Kitchen Aid, Jenn Air, Maytag, Amana, Brastemp, Consul, and In Sink Erator . 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.

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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.

To be successful in this role you will work with our design engineers and various toolshops around the world to lock in a design that meets the needs of the design intent and also meet the needs of the manufacturing plant with regards to standards, expected uptime, etc. Some travel will be required.

• Leading projects to specify/purchase new large stamping dies in support of major program launches
• Leading changes to existing tools to support cost and quality initiatives
• Communicating project updates to all levels of the organization
• Leading toolshop to provide a design that transforms print tolerances into a repeatable/robust stamping tool
• Maintaining/updating/submitting project documentation for each new tool. e.g. FMEA, NP stores load sheets, Purchased component listing etc
• Journeyman’s card in the area of tooling
• 5 yrs as a toolmaker
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• 5 years of manufacturing experience
• Background in leading the implementation of new large metal stamping dies
• Experience using 3D software e.g. Solid Works, Pro/E etc

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. While employees in this role work in-person Monday through Friday. We offer flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:

• Always On Flexibility - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.
• Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.

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