Senior Engineer, Engineering

Requisition ID:

69139

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

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.

This Role In Summary

Whirlpool is looking for a qualified candidate for the role of

Associate Engineer – Setting File / Spin & Wash Algorithm

for the

Laundry Systems team

at

Pondicherry

.

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Develop and calibrate Setting Files defining wash, rinse, and spin parameters (speed, time, water level, temperature, energy, etc.) to meet target performance and fabric care.
• Support algorithm tuning for spin and wash logic using experimental and data-driven approaches.
• Execute design validation plans (DVPR) and automated lab tests to verify wash quality, spin efficiency, and cycle consistency.
• Conduct data acquisition and analysis using digital tools and scripts (Python, MATLAB, Excel) to derive performance insights and optimize control logic.
• Collaborate with Control & Electronics, Performance Engineering, NVH, and Powertrain teams to ensure algorithm-to-system integration and validation.
• Support creation, revision control, and maintenance of Setting File databases across multiple platforms and configurations.
• Participate in FMEA / DFMEA activities and support risk mitigation during design and validation phases.
• Develop automated test setups or macros for parameter testing, data logging, and reporting to improve lab efficiency.
• Benchmark competitor products and analyze cycle architecture and spin/wash profiles for improvement ideas
  

Minimum Requirements

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

ME / M Tech (Mechanical)B.E (Mechanical)

AGE

NA

EXP

0 - 2 Years3 - 6 years

Preferred Skills And Experiences

• Basic knowledge of control logic, sensors, and actuators used in laundry appliances.
• Familiarity with Setting File / Cycle parameter tuning and test-based optimization.
• Exposure to data acquisition and analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, Python preferred).
• Ability to interpret performance metrics – wash index, spin efficiency, energy consumption, noise, and water usage.
• Working knowledge of DFMEA / DVPR documentation and WPD methodology.
• Understanding of embedded control system validation or software-hardware integration concepts.
• Knowledge of statistical methods / DOE for test planning and data correlation.
• Exposure to wash algorithm simulation or model-based calibration tools is desirable.
• Strong documentation and configuration-management skills for Setting Files.
  

Additional Information

• Good analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.
• Willingness to learn control logic, algorithms, and laundry performance evaluation.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with cross-functional groups.
• Flexibility to adapt to multiple projects and global working time zones.
• Self-motivated and disciplined in test execution and data reporting.
• Passionate about consumer-centric performance engineering and continuous improvement.
  

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