Advanced Development Thermodynamic Specialist

R&D

Permanent

Job Description

Advanced Development Thermodynamic Specialist

Change how the world lives. One product at a time.

At the Electrolux Group, a leading global appliance company, we strive every day to shape living for the better for our consumers, our people, and our planet. We share ideas and collaborate so that together, we can develop solutions that deliver enjoyable and sustainable living.

Come join us as you are. We believe diverse perspectives make us stronger and more innovative. In our global community of people from 100+ countries, we listen to each other, actively contribute, and grow together.

Join us in our exciting quest to build the future home.

All about the role:

Within the company Global R&D site, Advanced Product Development Fabric Care team is looking for a highly motivated engineer who will focus on the application of thermodynamics in Washing Machines and Washer & Dryers in order to create innovative efficient appliances to deliver relevant Consumer Experiences.

What you’ll do:

In this position, you will be involved in a variety of projects and have a broad range of responsibilities, from technical development and validation to leading projects and supporting other project leaders.

You will be interacting globally with different R&D departments as well as with the Business Areas.       

In detail, you will:

• Leading projects and delivering results to meet technical targets, deadlines, product and investment costs and satisfy consumer needs as agreed with our internal Stakeholders;
• You will apply your engineering expertise both as a project leader and as a team member;
• Research and develop innovative technologies for Fabric Care Home Appliances to deliver consumer benefits (e.g. efficient use of resources like water and energy, time reduction);
• This role covers different technical activities from using modelling and simulations, theoretical to experimental analysis, prototype creation, performance testing in our laboratory and concept verification at a consumer level;
• You will be able to assess the best approach and practices for each activity and project, whether it be a virtual or physical approach;
• Apply engineering principles and methods to interface and analyse data and solve problems in areas typical of home appliances;
• Analyse data acquired from appliance platforms, using statistical analysis methodologies;
• Interface with internal departments to align on technical development activities;
• Report project status updates with our Business Areas;
• Interact with our experts in different scientific fields that work in different areas e.g. advanced controls, electronics, chemistry, materials.

Who you are:

• University degree in Mechanical Engineering with thermodynamic speciality.
• Qualified engineering experience with knowledge of mechanics and thermodynamic applications;
• Ability to apply theoretical knowledge to deriving practical user-friendly solutions;
• Knowledge of 3D Design (CATIA is a merit);
• Strong product development, validation and testing skills;
• Good communication and presentation skills.

Where you’ll be:

You will be based in Porcia, located in the metropolitan area of Pordenone (Northeast Italy), where the main Electrolux R&D centre is located. Here, in a dynamic environment, we develop and test domestic appliances such as Dishwashers, Washing Machines, Washer Dryers and Tumble Dryers.

Benefits highlights:

• Flexibility of work hours;
• Discounts on Electrolux products and services;

As part of the Electrolux Group, we will continuously invest in you and your development. There are no barriers to where your career could take you.

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