Facilities Engineer

Requisition ID: 70399 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 Whirlpool is currently seeking qualified candidates for a Senior Analyst, Engineering to fulfill a new role located at the Clyde Manufacturing facility in Clyde, OH. ## Your responsibilities will include * All functions that take place within the facilities department * Developing strategies and plans for continuous improvement of the department * Ensure economic functionality of the department * Develop Division Utility Forecast reports as well as Long range division planning requirements * Perform water and wastewater construction reviews and approvals * Conduct permit reviews and utility approvals * Supervise Powerhouse Operators on all three shifts, seven days per week * Manage electrical distribution from incoming 69, 000 volts to the Divisions to 480 volts bus runs at the process. This includes associated medium voltage cable, twenty 15KV/480 volt substations, associated transformers and capacitor banks * Manage Powerhouse operations which include (3) high pressure boilers, (11) air compressors, several cooling towers, and emergency generators * Manage HVAC Contractor and Chiller Systems Operations with 5, 000 tons of cooling capacity. This includes all associated HVAC equipment * Natural Gas Distribution System and associated furnace, ovens, air make-ups and associated controls. * Steam Distribution & Condensate Return System and associated usages including controls * Compressed Air Distribution System * Emergency Generators, Emergency Lighting and Distribution System * Actively lead energy conservation initiatives and carry out projects that improve the efficiency and/or reduce operating cost * Work independently to resolve issues without substantial involvement from management * Properly administer related programs and projects in compliance with standards, tariffs, policies and codes. * Actively work with utility companies as they relate to natural gas, electricity and water * Actively work with company Energy Managers on natural gas purchases on transportation basis, as well as purchased that may be required on the electrical grid ## Minimum requirements * Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and 5+ years of Manufacturing experience; or, in lieu of a degree, a Journeyman's card and 8+ years of manufacturing and maintenance experience in an electrical field ## Preferred skills and experiences * State certified/licensed high pressure boiler operator * Experience supervising personnel and managing budgets. * Project leadership experience. * Manufacturing environment experience * Environmental Control experience for process application relating to paint and powder systems. * design, model and analyze mechanical systems * analyze systems and process with areas of responsibility, This includes, but not limited to, substations, air compressors, boilers, AMUs, chillers and all associated controls. Some may consist of heat transfer, fluid dynamic and thermodynamic principles for energy efficiency improvements * Experience with design and commissioning of commercial and industrial HVAC systems for energy efficiency * Must be self-motivated, self-disciplined and independently problem solve technical issues * Experience with energy saving calculations, energy models and data analysis methodologies * Microsoft Office PC skills * Exposure/interactions with state and federal regulatory agencies * Excellent verbal and written communication skills ## What we offer 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). ## 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. 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.