Requisition ID: 64116 

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

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 currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Analyst Engineering, This role is located at our Tulsa, OK site. The role is responsible for design, development, testing and sustaining major manufacturing controls & automation systems involving fabrication, coating, assembly, and material handling processes.  Project activity where a considerable amount of creativity and initiative is exercised as well as a high level of independent judgment.  May supervise or exercise direction over other engineers, technicians, or support personnel with specific engineering objectives.  Reinforce corporate regional and local design standards.

Your responsibilities will include Develop, manage, and execute automation and controls projects including new, replacement, and improvement of existing systemsPeriodic day-to-day support of manufacturing and facility electrical systems and networksUtilizes best practices, industrial standards, and common systems to support the overall competitive manufacturing initiativeParticipates in functional area plant meetings and related activities representing the engineering team and to assist in improving the plant’s performance goalsProvides technical support, direction, and training to engineering and support personnel/skilled trades within the organizationInvestigates systems and equipment problems and provides technical assistance in problem resolution.Develops cost estimates, investment forecast, business cases, appropriation requests, and plans for project activityUtilizes statistical methods for continuous improvement on manufacturing systems and processesEnforces safe work practices as the highest priority and implements objectives for ergonomics, health/safety and housekeepingMaintains good working relationships with peers, hourly employees, management, supplier community, and interfaces with necessary support functions inside and outside of the plantCoordinates and communicates the development of changes to improve conditions for the fabrication, finish, assembly, and support processesEnsures long term, cost effective life cycle for manufacturing equipment and plant facilitiesManages projects to minimize investment costs while providing manufacturing and facility systems at the lowest operating costs possible (maximum throughput, energy efficiency, etc.)Ability to lift heavy equipment (up to 250lbs) with assistance from others
 Minimum requirements Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Technology5+ years of experience in manufacturing controls & automation including Programmable Logic Controller (PLC), Human Machine Interface (HMI), and drives 5+ years of experience in manufacturing solution development, design, and implementation5+ years of experience in manufacturing problem solving and troubleshooting5+ years of experience in developing complete controls solutions using Rockwell Automation hardware and software from concept to deployment
 Preferred skills and experiences Bachelor's Degree in Electrical EngineeringRobotic experience: Yaskawa/Motoman, FANUC5+ years of experience with Ethernet I/P controls networksExperience with Vision systemsKnowledge of C, C++ programmingKnowledge of SQL database systems including queries and analysis
 Additional information

Whirlpool’s Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. We apply  ‘always on’ flexibility to all work days. You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed. 

 

We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:

Sabbatical - Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service

 

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