• Senior Industrial Designer - (Mandarin Fluent)

    Whirlpool Corporation (Benton Harbor, MI)


    **Requisition ID:** 67855

    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

     

    DESIGN supports Whirlpool’s vision to "Be the best kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home, and in the world. We inspire lasting engagement, product leadership, and meaningful experiences at home and for our world. We do this based on empathy, innovation, sustainability, and craftsmanship, with people at the center of our process.In our 5 global studios, we have more than 100 designers in dedicated teams of Graphic Design, Color Material and Finish, Craftsmanship, Industrial Design, Trends Forecasting, User Interaction, Motion Graphics, Usability, Design Research, and Studio Engineering.

     

    This role in summary

     

    As a Senior Industrial Designer, you will lead efforts to understand emerging trends, seek out real-life insights, and apply these learnings to design solutions that will impact the next generation of home appliances. This role may require international and domestic travel to collaborate with global design studios, attend workshops, conduct research, and participate in project reviews. The frequency of travel will vary based on project needs and business priorities.

    Your responsibilities will include

    + Coordinate development and execution of design solutions for production through multiple cultural and business environments (English and Mandarin Chinese)

    + Create assets ranging from conceptual sketches, CAD models, physical prototypes, and high quality renderings/animations to communicate design intent.

    + Work with a variety of process partners to gain an understanding of marketing strategies, manufacturing requirements, and engineering constraints.

    + Grow an understanding of our design strategies and philosophies by working with cross-functional design leads.

    + Work with design specialists in graphic design, CMF, UI/UX, usability, and craftsmanship to create fully immersive experiences.

    Minimum requirements

    + Bachelor's degree in Industrial Design from an accredited school

    + 5+ years of professional design experience

    + 3D Computer modeling skills

    + Strong project management and planning skills

    + Fluency in both English and Mandarin Chinese (written and spoken) is required, with the ability to effectively communicate across cultural and business environments.

    + Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate communication across different disciplines

    + Strong decision-making abilities and self-motivation

    + Strong visual communication skills

    + Mentor and develop junior designers

    + Ability to travel internationally and domestically as needed

     

    What we offer

     

    Generous benefits package (https://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/work-with-us-ca-experienced/) , Whirlpool employee discount, fitness & educational reimbursement programs, kitchenettes, and more! Saint Joseph/Benton Harbor locations: Beautiful, recently renovated office space, free coffee, biking/walking trails, and access to The Eddy - Early Childhood Center (depending upon availability - additional costs required).

     

    Additional information

     

    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:

     

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    + **Always On Flexibility** - You will have the autonomy to manage personal, family, and outside-of-work commitments as needed.

    + **Two-Week Work from Anywhere** - Minimum of one-week increments for a total of two weeks per year.

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

     

    Connect with us and learn more about Whirlpool Corporation

     

    See what it's like to work at Whirlpool by visiting Whirlpool Careers (http://www.whirlpoolcareers.com/) . Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook (http://www.facebook.com/WhirlpoolCorp/) , Twitter (http://twitter.com/whirlpoolcorp) , LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/whirlpool-corporation/life/) , Instagram (http://www.instagram.com/whirlpoolcorp/) and YouTube (http://www.youtube.com/user/WhirlpoolCorporation) .

     

    At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. 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.