Requisition ID: 65073
ABOUT WHIRLPOOL CORPORATION
Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading kitchen and laundry appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home and inspiring generations with our brands. 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 2023, the company reported approximately $19 billion in annual sales, 59,000 employees, and 55 manufacturing and technology research centers. Additional information about the company can be found at WhirlpoolCorp.com.
The team you will be a part ofThe Product Design team designs, validates and brings new products to market; designs, tests and integrates components to produce final designs; and evaluates the design's overall effectiveness, cost, reliability and safety. Collaborates with internal partners to optimize designs for manufacturability. Uses CAD/CAE systems to model new designs and produce detailed engineering drawings.
This role in summaryCurrently, we are seeking qualified candidates for a UX Designer opening to join our Global Consumer Design organization. At Whirlpool we believe in having people as our central focus, both our users and our employees. Our User Experience team takes pride in keeping a pulse on what our users need and want, while adapting to emerging eCommerce and web technologies. As a team member, you will craft digital experiences that simplify and enhance the lives of millions of consumers worldwide. You'll have the freedom to explore various design elements, from visuals, graphics, and motion to written language, and remote interfaces, to create seamless, enjoyable interactions. If you are excited about orchestrating such experiences, hopefully, you are able to check off most of these requirements for the role. Your responsibilities will includeCreate compelling, inspiring, and unique digital designs for Whirlpool's eCommerce platforms and connected home appliances.Collaborate closely with visual and motion designers, ensuring consistency across digital and physical touchpoints.Work with global, cross-functional stakeholders to understand requirements and co-create thoughtful, effective solutions.Communicate the user experience at various stages of the design process using wireframes, flow diagrams, storyboards, mockups, and/or high-fidelity prototypes.Advocate for user-centered design and contribute to an agile roadmap that balances current and future needs.Enhance and contribute to the development of our Design Systems to ensure a cohesive user experience across multiple brands and platforms.Conduct benchmark research to inform design concepts, ensuring solutions remain best-in-class and aligned with the latest web and eCommerce trends.Actively seek and share digital inspiration, staying ahead of industry advancements to drive innovative, market-driven design solutions.Minimum requirementsBachelor's Degree1-3 years of experience creating wireframes, mockups, user flows, and interactive prototypes for desktop and mobile digital platforms.Proficiency with digital design tools such as Figma, Photoshop, Illustrator, along with a strong understanding of design best practices for web and mobile platforms.Experience with the human-centered design processA portfolio showcasing projects in digital or eCommerce design with your direct contributions.Preferred skills and experiencesMaster's degree in Design, Computer Science, Human-Computer Interaction, or a related field.Ability to seamlessly integrate digital experiences with physical product interactions.3+ years of relevant experience in digital or eCommerce-focused design.Proven ability to lead product ideation from concept to launch with a focus on user-centered design.Strong skills in influencing product design strategy, aligning with business goals.Ability to analyze user insights from data and UXR to identify opportunities and guide design decisions.Excellent problem-solving skills, especially regarding technical constraints in designing for responsive web and mobile interfaces.Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, with experience collaborating across teams throughout the design process.What we offerWhirlpool has big plans for the future, just like you. We understand that it takes preparation and hard work to get there. So, we offer challenging purposes, ownership of your role, great teams, and tools to build your capability. In our performance-based setting, you can take your career in exciting new directions - and as far as you want to go. At Whirlpool Corporation, we value and celebrate diversity. 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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