Whirlpool is Hiring | Senior CAD Designer, Drafting |
Position – Senior CAD Designer, Drafting
Company – Whirlpool
Location – Pune, Maharashtra, IN
Job description
Position: Senior CAD Designer, Drafting
Company: Whirlpool
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
About Whirlpool Corporation
Whirlpool Corporation is a global leader in kitchen and laundry appliances, known for brands like Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Maytag, and Amana. The company has operations in over 170 countries, employing 59,000 individuals across 55 manufacturing and tech research centers. Whirlpool is dedicated to delivering innovative home solutions, reporting $19 billion in annual sales in 2023.
Position Overview
The Senior CAD Designer will focus on creating and modifying design concepts, working primarily with plastic and sheet metal parts. This role includes evaluating design concepts using DFM/A techniques, ensuring adherence to CAD standards, and accurately representing Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). Working under direct supervision, this role is integral to Whirlpool’s design and drafting processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Utilize plastic and sheet metal part design guides to create and modify CAD models and drawings.
- Conduct CAD analysis and perform geometric studies at the subsystem level.
- Ensure compliance with ASME Y14.5/ISO 1101 standards and correct GD&T representation.
- Follow CAD data management policies and handle design changes using Windchill.
- Develop CAD models from neutral formats such as IGES or STP as required by project teams.
- Identify potential issues in CAD design changes and communicate them effectively.
- Lead CAD task management for other designers and report project updates.
Qualifications
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.Tech or BE).
- Experience: 3-5 years of experience in CAD design, preferably with Creo Parametric.
Preferred Skills
- Proficiency in PTC Creo Parametric and knowledge of Windchill (preferred).
- Familiarity with ISO/ASME Y14.5M standards for CAD drafting.
- Knowledge in top-down assembly/modeling approach and design considerations for plastics and sheet metal.
- Basic understanding of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).
- Experience with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFM/A).
Whirlpool Corporation values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusive hiring practices. If you’re ready to apply your CAD expertise and make a difference in appliance innovation, consider joining Whirlpool in Pune.