Associate, Industrial Designer

Whirlpool Corporation • Benton Harbor, MI • 3d ago

Requisition ID: 69916

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 .

This role in summary

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, Perceived Quality, Industrial Design, Trends Forecasting, User Interaction, Motion Graphics, Usability, Design Research, and Studio Engineering.

Whirlpool is seeking qualified candidates for an Associate, Industrial Designer. This position sits in our Design Center located in Southwest Michigan. The Design Center is the global headquarters for design at Whirlpool Corporation.

As an Associate Industrial Designer, you will support efforts to understand emerging trends, seek out real-life insights, and create design solutions that will impact experiences for the next generation of home appliances.

A portfolio showcasing your abilities as an Industrial Designer is necessary to be considered for this position. Please include a link to your portfolio on your resume or as an attachment to your application.

Your responsibilities will include

Create assets ranging from conceptual sketches, CAD models, physical proto@types, 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 perceived quality to create fully immersive experiences.

Minimum requirements

Bachelor's Degree or higher in Industrial Design or currently pursuing a Bachelor's Degree or higher in Industrial Design with a graduation completion date of spring/summer 2026

1+ years of Industrial Design experience (experience may include academics, internships or co-ops)

Preferred skills and experiences

1+ years of professional Industrial Design experience in a corporate or consultant environment

3D Computer modeling skills

Strong project management and planning skills

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

Moderate to strong graphic design skills

Ability to adapt design intent through the development processRSRWH

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

Whirlpool's Ways of Working

Our goal is to provide an environment that helps you bring your best to Whirlpool every day. 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.

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.

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