Requisition ID: 73257
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 2025, the company reported
approximately $16 billion in annual net sales - close to 90% of which were in the Americas -
41,000 employees, and 35 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional
information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
Whirlpool is currently seeking a Color Development Engineer. This is an onsite role at our St. Joseph Tech Center in Michigan.
The Color Development Engineer (Associate, Engineering) is responsible for the coordination and implementation of new color projects supporting both new and existing products across Make and OEM.
The Color Development Engineer coordinates technical activities, leads / tracks developments, and provides technical support to stakeholders.
The Color Development Engineer:
- Is responsible to deliver new colors across the KASA (KitchenAid Small Appliances) portfolio
- Lead development of new powder paint colors for Greenville Make products partnering with Manufacturing, Design and Suppliers
- Develop and execute new color test plans coordinating with internal and external lab partners
- Deliver PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) and GPA (Global Product Approval) for new powder paints
- Identify and drive quality and cost improvement projects in partnership with Greenville Paint team
- Ensure alignment to the Color Strategy while balancing part number complexity at Greenville
- Coordinate and support development of new powder paint and in-mold plastic colors for OEM products
- Develop subject matter expertise and serve as the technical lead for color approval processes (C0 initiation to C2 approval)
- Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Science or Technology
- 3+ months of Engineering experience (experience may include Internships, co-ops, or lab application)
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Chemical Engineering or Material Science
- Problem-solving approach with OPEX (Operational Excellence) or Six Sigma certification
- Hands-on experience in the design and development of consumer products
- Ability to clearly communicate technical concepts at a high level and in depth
- Actively involved in campus or community activities and organizations, preferably in leadership roles
Generous benefits package, 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).
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. Additional information about the company can be found on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, Instagram and YouTube.
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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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, or Technology
- At least 3 months of engineering experience, including internships, co-ops, or lab applications
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemical Engineering or Material Science
- OPEX or Six Sigma certification
- Hands-on experience in consumer product design and development
- Ability to communicate technical concepts clearly at high and detailed levels
- Campus or community involvement, preferably in leadership roles
Whirlpool Corporation Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Whirlpool Corporation and has not been reviewed or approved by Whirlpool Corporation.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning medical/dental/vision along with mental-health and EAP resources in the U.S. First-day benefits are also indicated for some roles, reinforcing perceived accessibility of core coverage.
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Parental & Family Support — Family-oriented support is emphasized through paid parental leave references, added caregiver leave options, and expanded family-building benefits such as fertility coverage and adoption/surrogacy reimbursement. External recognition for working-parent practices is cited as consistent with this family-friendly benefits posture.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are described as meaningful, including a 401(k) match and, in some descriptions, additional company contributions alongside other financial supports like coaching and purchase programs. This strengthens total rewards for employees who weigh long-term benefits alongside base pay.
Whirlpool Corporation Insights
What We Do
Life at home has been at the heart of our business for 110 years - it is why we exist and why we are passionate about what we do. Beginning with our founders to the everyday actions of our people, our values have always kept us grounded -- Integrity, Respect, Inclusion & Diversity, One Whirlpool, Spirit of Winning. What we do at Whirlpool Corporation matters because consumers trust our brands. We never take that for granted and we work every day to earn that trust as we are committed to being the best kitchen and laundry company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home.
