Whirlpool Corporation
Associate Brand Industrial Designer
Whirlpool Corporation, Benton Harbor, Michigan, United States, 49022
Requisition ID: 64970
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.
This role in summary
Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Associate Brand Industrial Designer. This role will be based in Benton Harbor, MI.
As a brand industrial designer you will create the future look and feel of a suite of home appliances for our portfolio of brands. You will translate brand pillars, emotions and consumer insights into compelling design narratives and product design directions. You will work across functions to develop the core design elements for production.
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
Define the appropriate aesthetic space for a suite of home appliances through mood boards and storytelling
Create product design concepts through sketching and 3D modeling
Produce high quality presentations with realistic renderings
Prototype design elements with model shops
Develop design elements with suppliers
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design
1+ years of professional design experience in a corporate or consultant environment
Preferred skills and experiences
Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate
communication across different disciplines
3D Computer modeling skills
Visual communication skills
Keen interest in design trends
Animation skills
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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. Employees in this role work in person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from anywhere on Friday.
We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:
Flexible Friday - Option to work extra hours Monday through Thursday to finish up work early on Friday
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.
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.
This role in summary
Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for an Associate Brand Industrial Designer. This role will be based in Benton Harbor, MI.
As a brand industrial designer you will create the future look and feel of a suite of home appliances for our portfolio of brands. You will translate brand pillars, emotions and consumer insights into compelling design narratives and product design directions. You will work across functions to develop the core design elements for production.
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
Define the appropriate aesthetic space for a suite of home appliances through mood boards and storytelling
Create product design concepts through sketching and 3D modeling
Produce high quality presentations with realistic renderings
Prototype design elements with model shops
Develop design elements with suppliers
Minimum requirements
Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Design
1+ years of professional design experience in a corporate or consultant environment
Preferred skills and experiences
Written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to facilitate
communication across different disciplines
3D Computer modeling skills
Visual communication skills
Keen interest in design trends
Animation skills
RSRWH
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. Employees in this role work in person Monday through Thursday with the option to work from anywhere on Friday.
We offer other flexibility and industry-leading time-off benefits that will help you balance what’s important at work and at home, including:
Flexible Friday - Option to work extra hours Monday through Thursday to finish up work early on Friday
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.