Motor Control Software Engineer

About us

Whirlpool Europe, Middle East & Africa (EMEA) – with more than 24,000 employees, a market presence in more than 30 countries throughout Europe, Middle East and Africa and manufacturing sites in eight countries - is a wholly-owned subsidiary of Whirlpool Corporation.

Whirlpool Corporation is the number one major appliance manufacturer in the world, with approximately $21 billion in annual sales, 97,000 employees and 70 manufacturing and technology research centers throughout the world in 2015.

The company markets Whirlpool, KitchenAid, Hotpoint, Maytag, Consul, Brastemp, Amana, Bauknecht, Jenn-Air, Indesit and other major brand names in nearly every country around the world. Whirlpool Corp.’s European Operations Center is located in Comerio (VA), Italy.

Job description

Currently, we are seeking qualified candidates for a Motor Control Software Engineer opening to join our Global Product organization.

 What You Will Do

• Improve and maintain field-oriented and direct torque control algorithms embedded in our products globally.

• Develop, maintain and improve motor control software architecture to ensure fast and efficient execution of motor control projects.

• Translate technical/sub-system attribute targets into module/components targets.

• Plan motor control activities aligned with project need and timing.

• Work with motor and platform engineers to drive appropriate tradeoffs to deliver subsystem level attribute targets.

• Use appropriate tools and test methods to ensure fully functional and robust motor control software prior to integration into platforms.

• Create modules/libraries and facilitate reuse of knowledge globally.

• Collaborate across functional and geographic boundaries to leverage global knowledge and deliver winning solutions.

Requirements

What You Need to Succeed

• BS in Electrical Engineering with a Master’s Degree in motor control. Ph.D. Degree beneficial

• 5 years of experience in embedded C programming developing and integrating motor control algorithms for controlled induction motors and permanent magnet motors - preferably in white goods/automotive industry

• General competency in periphery disciplines (electronics, electromagnetics, power electronics)

• Proficiency in embedded C programming and debugging tools.

• Proficiency in Matlab /Simulink tools and familiarity with SIL, MIL, PIL, HIL methodologies.

• FMEA, requirements management, project management, problem solving methodologies and tools.

• Excellent problem solving and critical thinking skills.

• Ability to work in a cross-functional and global team.

• Good communication and self-management skills.

Further Information

Location: Fabriano (Marche), Italy

If you are interested in taking part in the recruitment process, please provide us with your English version of CV.