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Whirlpool
Verification and Validation (V&V) Technician (Specialist, Technician)
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What they do
A Validation Specialist tests and documents the validity and accuracy of manufacturing systems and equipment. Tests processes and manages process validations. Provides technical support and implements operating procedures. May create documentation to show that a manufacturing or production process has consistent results and meets quality standards.
$93,113 / year median in Michigan
+2% projected growth
Job Description
Requisition ID:
72579 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.
- Be able to understand hardware requirements and based on that develop test plans for electronics modules
- Apply Test to Fail methodology for electronics tests
- Perform electromagnetic compatibility and interference tests (EMC/EMI)
- Basic knowledge on EMC and EMI is an differential
- Perform reliability tests for electronic boards
- Basic knowledge on reliability is an differential
- Perform bench and product validation tests
- Be able to manage your own projects ## Minimum requirements
- High School Diploma or GED
- 3+ years of experience in an electrical technician field
- 1+ years of experience with product testing lab operations ## Preferred skills and experiences
- Associates Degree in Electrical, Electronics, Sciences or a Technical Institute/Trade School technical certificate
- Hands-on experience building test setups: Electrical and environmental tests (electronic board setup, wiring, monitoring and automation)
- Capable of electronic components, hand soldering, reflow, and rework of small packages.
- Hands-on experience with digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, power supplies, and electronic loads
- Desired experience in some of the following areas:
- Test setup
- Electronic test execution
- Failure mode analysis
- Quality tools (OpEx)
- Power supply and power management
- National and international standards related to electronics (NRB, IEC, UL)
- Strong documentation writing 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.
- Sabbatical
- Four weeks paid leave after every five years of service.