Job Description

About Midea America Corp

Midea America Corp. is one of the world’s largest home appliance brands, offering the most comprehensive selection of products in the world to fully serve the needs of day-to-day living at home, at work, or anywhere else you go. In North America we strive to aim high, put the customer first, transform, and innovate the marketplace, utilizing our commitment, dedication, inclusion, and partnership with our teams. We are a global company with over 150,000 employees and operations in more than 195 countries. As a publicly listed company, we are also ranked #245 as a Fortune Global 500 company and offer one of the most comprehensive ranges in the home appliance industry.

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Engineer in water softener valve technology to lead the development and optimization of valves and related components for our next-generation water softening systems. This role will focus on enhancing product performance, manufacturability, and quality across global markets.

Location: Louisville KY

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and development of core components for water softener platforms, including control valve heads and distributors, to meet diverse performance and market requirements.
• Serve as project manager throughout the product lifecycle—overseeing design reviews, mold testing, pilot runs, and mass production—while ensuring quality and timely delivery.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in product quality, standardization, and cost optimization.
• Provide technical leadership and support across global soft water projects, helping to build internal expertise and team capabilities in softener technologies.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive technical documentation throughout the development process, ensuring compliance with R&D protocols and quality management standards.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Design, Materials Science, Mold Engineering, or related fields.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in developing water softener systems and core components. Must have led the end-to-end design of at least three complete softener products, including valve heads, distributors, and brine tanks.
• Strong understanding of product architecture with proven experience in platform-based and modular design strategies. Proficient in CAD and 3D modeling software (e.g., CREO, AutoCAD).
• Well-versed in product reliability requirements and production processes. Familiar with industry-standard workflows for new product development.
• Exceptional analytical thinking, project coordination, and cross-functional communication skills. Strong sense of ownership, service mindset, and ability to execute effectively in a team environment.

Midea America Corp. is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

Featured benefits

• Medical insurance

• Vision insurance

• Dental insurance

• 401(k)

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