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.

About GTEC

Transforming Vision into Reality: The Global Technology & Engineering Centre. Where India’s world-class talent architects the next generation of home innovation.

The team you will be a part of

The Engineering team discovers, develops and evaluates new product ideas, enhancements, or strategic product extensions, and translates research discoveries into usable and marketable products. Leads, plans and tracks all phases of the product life cycle, from inception to introduction into the marketplace. Coordinates with various functions to ensure successful product development and implementation.

This role in summary

Responsible for supporting in improvement of structural robustness of Products/Projects through explicit & implicit LS-Dyna Simulations

Your responsibilities will include

- Can convert a physical / field problem into a simulation problem (BC definition) independently
- Perform the Structural simulations, analyze the results, and prepare a proper report with appropriate conclusions and suggestions to improve the product performance
- Valuable at result interpretation, may need help with design solutions
- Independently handle challenging projects and deliver solutions to stakeholders




- Can mentor other team members in critical problems
- Coordinate with different functions and stakeholders for project discussions
- Pro-active knowledge documentation and sharing

Minimum requirements

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATIONS : M.E/M.Tech in Mechanical/Automobile/Aerospace Engineering.

EXPERIENCE: 6-10 years

Technical Expertise:

- Expert in LS Dyna , LS Prepost, explicit and implicit analysis, sub-assembly and assembly level simulation
- Proficient in Hypermesh - 2D plastic shell meshing and 3D hex/tet meshing
- Aware of Ansys Workbench , Structural linear, non linear simulation.

Required Technical Experience:

- Finite element modeling and analysis using LS Dyna and LS Prepost. Candidates should have hands- on experience with challenging explicit and implicit analysis projects
- Experience in complex material modeling and selection
- Awareness/hands-on FSI using ALE or SPH modeling
- Awareness/hands-on LS TaSC / LS OPT is preferred
- Should have very good knowledge of FEM theory and numerical methods
- Should have experience in providing logical and feasible design suggestions based on FEA analysis
- Experience in the selection of element type, mesh size, material properties, element quality check, and selection of the right material models and parameters
- Awareness/hands-on experience with Six Sigma tools and practices is preferred
- Awareness/hands-on experience with automation is preferred
- Experience in interpreting and understanding FEA results, post- processing,



and preparing comprehensive analysis reports with design solutions
- Expertise in 2D/3D FE modeling in HyperMesh for aero-engine/turbomachinery/automotive/heavy engineering components is preferred.

Preferred skills and experiences

KEY DELIVERABLES

Patents/ Research / External presentations :

Rigor to publish/present papers in Technical Forums

Technical rigor for patent filing is desirable to have patents

Knowledge Management :

Open in sharing knowledge and thoughts

TECHNICAL

- Knowledge of the Strength of Materials, Fracture Mechanics, and Impact Dynamics
- Proficient understanding of material modeling and product testing
- Proficiency in Simulation tools like Hypermesh, LS-Dyna, Ansys, etc.
- Results interpretation skills.
- Knowledge of instruments used in physical test measurements (for eg, strain gauge, accelerometer etc.)

MANAGERIAL

1. Proficient in Soft skills

2. Should have experience in global interaction.

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Whirlpool Corporatioan 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.

Join the Powerhouse of Home Innovation.

GTEC is more than an engineering centre; it is where the future of the home is being designed, tested, and perfected. We invite you to be part of a team that is not just witnessing the digital revolution but leading it—creating a lasting impact on everyday lives, one innovation at a time.

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