• Manager, Controls Engineering

    Whirlpool Corporation (Racine, WI)


    **Requisition ID:** 69541

     

    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

     

    The Controls Engineering manager works under the guidance of the Director of Manufacturing Engineering to execute initiatives that support the standardization, documentation, design, and development of automation and controls systems. Additionally, the Controls manager facilitates the resources reporting directly to him/her, ensuring

     

    adequate support for production and the technical escalation support process. The Controls Engineering Manager, reporting to the Director of Manufacturing Engineering, is responsible for leading initiatives that support the standardization, documentation, design, and development of automation and control systems. This role also involves managing direct reports and ensuring they provide adequate production support and technical escalation assistance.

    Your responsibilities will include

    + Mentor, train, and develop direct reports to maintain technological superiority (troubleshooting and maintenance) for production equipment installed.

    + Assign work directly to MES Engineers and Technicians.

    + Collaborate with IT to maintain functional, production-safe networking systems that meet InSinkErator's configuration standards. Develop supporting documentation for Automated Manufacturing Processes.

    + Design, redesign, and troubleshoot highly complex applications and equipment. This includes electrical/electronic circuits and equipment that interfaces with other PCs or PLCs, as well as PC-based HMI software.

    + Install, troubleshoot, and maintain motion control and robotic systems, including servos. Identify training needs and recommend appropriate programs for manufacturing staff.

    + Collaborate with new machine vendors throughout the equipment's design, build, installation, and start-up phases.

    + Document and back up all wiring/circuit logic and software programs (PC, PLC, robotic, etc.).

    + Develop and maintain engineering standards, system design requirements, and system documentation.

    Minimum requirements

    + Bachelor's Degree (preferably in a technical or engineering-related field)

    + 2+ years of leadership experience

    + Experience in vertically integrated manufacturing with moderate to high production volumes

    Preferred skills and experiences

    • Good understanding and operational skills of personal computers and associated equipment.

    • Good communicator with strong written and articulation skills.

    • Project management and team-building skills.

    • Three to five years of experience in supervision or management is preferred.

     

    Additional information

     

    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.

    + 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.

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    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) .

     

    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.