Senior Engineer, Engineering

The team you will be a part of

This role in summary

Whirlpool is looking for a qualified candidate for the role of Associate Engineer – Setting File / Spin & Wash Algorithm for the Laundry Systems team at Pondicherry.

Your responsibilities will include

• Develop and calibrate Setting Files defining wash, rinse, and spin parameters (speed, time, water level, temperature, energy, etc.) to meet target performance and fabric care.

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  Support algorithm tuning for spin and wash logic using experimental and data-driven approaches.

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  Execute design validation plans (DVPR) and automated lab tests to verify wash quality, spin efficiency, and cycle consistency.

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  Conduct data acquisition and analysis using digital tools and scripts (Python, MATLAB, Excel) to derive performance insights and optimize control logic.

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  Collaborate with Control & Electronics, Performance Engineering, NVH, and Powertrain teams to ensure algorithm-to-system integration and validation.

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  Support creation, revision control, and maintenance of Setting File databases across multiple platforms and configurations.

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  Participate in FMEA / DFMEA activities and support risk mitigation during design and validation phases.

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  Develop automated test setups or macros for parameter testing, data logging, and reporting to improve lab efficiency.

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  Benchmark competitor products and analyze cycle architecture and spin/wash profiles for improvement ideas

Minimum requirements

Preferred skills and experiences

• Basic knowledge of control logic, sensors, and actuators used in laundry appliances.

• Familiarity with Setting File / Cycle parameter tuning and test-based optimization.

• Exposure to data acquisition and analysis tools (Excel, MATLAB, Python preferred).

• Ability to interpret performance metrics – wash index, spin efficiency, energy consumption, noise, and water usage.

• Working knowledge of DFMEA / DVPR documentation and WPD methodology.

• Understanding of embedded control system validation or software-hardware integration concepts.

• Knowledge of statistical methods / DOE for test planning and data correlation.

• Exposure to wash algorithm simulation or model-based calibration tools is desirable.

• Strong documentation and configuration-management skills for Setting Files.

Additional information

• Good analytical and problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

• Willingness to learn control logic, algorithms, and laundry performance evaluation.

• Effective communication and teamwork skills to coordinate with cross-functional groups.

• Flexibility to adapt to multiple projects and global working time zones.

• Self-motivated and disciplined in test execution and data reporting.

• Passionate about consumer-centric performance engineering and continuous improvement.