At GE Appliances, a Haier company, we come together to make "good things, for life." As the fastest-growing appliance company in the U.S., we're powered by creators, thinkers and makers who believe that anything is possible and that there's always a better way. We believe in the power of our people and in giving them the freedom to explore, discover and build good things, together.

The GE Appliances philosophy, backed by three simple commitments defines the way we work, invent, create, do business, and serve our communities: we come together, we always look for a better way, and we create possibilities.

Interested in joining us on our journey?

We are seeking a highly motivated Principal Design Engineer to join our team and lead the development, evaluation, and execution of projects within our Refrigeration Technology division.
As a Principal Design Engineer - Thermal Systems, you will function as an engineering leader responsible for developing optimized solutions around cost, quality, and performance. You will lead the execution of changes through the NPI (New Product Introduction) and C-change processes for refrigeration products.
Position
Principal Design Engineer - Thermal Systems COE
Location
USA, Louisville, KY

How You'll Create Possibilities

• Leadership and Project Management:
  • Lead the development and execution of design plans, project schedules, and evaluation plans.
  • Guide the Refrigeration Technology team in implementing changes and improvements.
• Design and Development:
  • Develop and enhance control algorithms for bottom freezer platforms.
  • Utilize data analysis tools to review control performance and develop parameters to meet consumer expectations.
• Testing and Validation:
  • Conduct testing, validation, and verification to ensure products meet conformance specifications.
  • Analyze and interpret test data to identify trends, issues, and opportunities for improvement.
• Technical Support:
  • Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to product design, manufacturing, or field quality.
  • Support yield and scrap projects in the AP5 factory related to thermal systems.
• Collaboration:
  • Work with the software team to integrate parametric updates into software releases.
  • Coordinate part and product changes between Qingdao and AP5 factories.
  • Support the Haier team on execution of BPCRs at sourced CIB.
• Documentation and Mentorship:
  • Maintain design documentation for all concepts, prototypes, and production configurations.
  • Mentor less experienced engineers in problem-solving, engineering principles, and project management skills.

What You'll Bring to Our Team

• BS degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree.
• 7+ years of engineering experience, with a focus on refrigeration or HVAC design.
• Strong project management and analytical/problem-solving skills.
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft products.
• Experience with thermal systems and algorithm development.
• Certified Reliability Practitioner or other quality certification preferred.
• Experience with Creo CAD software.
• Excellent verbal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Willingness to travel up to 15% and ability to manage off-hour conference calls with global suppliers.

Our Culture

Our work is centered on our People and Culture as reflected in our Zero Distance philosophy and we recognize the importance of reaffirming our commitment to inclusion and diversity (I&D). This underscores our commitment to fostering an environment where every individual feels valued, connected, and empowered to contribute, while positioning our organization to adapt seamlessly to the evolving needs of our workforce and communities.

This reflects our dedication to creating solutions that: Empower colleagues by fostering an environment where all voices are heard, valued, and encouraged to contribute. Strengthen communities where we live and work. Reinforce a culture of belonging, purpose, and engagement. Reflect the diversity of the communities we serve through our workforce, products, and practices.

By further embedding Zero Distance into our People and Culture framework, we will continue to build a deeply connected organization. We are cultivating a culture of engagement, belonging, and connection, because while attracting new talent remains a priority, retention is a cornerstone of our strategy.

GE Appliances is a trust-based organization. It is important we offer our employees the flexibility they need to do their best work while balancing the needs of the business and individuals. When you join GE Appliances, you will have the opportunity to work with your leader to create a flexible work arrangement that balances the needs of the individual, team, and organization.

GE Appliances is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.

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