Program Manager - Water Chiller

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? This Program Manager - Water Chiller position is an integral role in the development and implementation of highly efficient and reliable Water Cooled Chiller with superior user experience for GE Appliances, a Haier Company. The position will closely interact with sourced suppliers along with the GE Appliances technology, sourcing, quality, and commercial teams to understand all consumer queues in an effort to design and produce new and innovative products that lead the market. The use of skilled engineering analysis and judgment with a strong desire to exceed customer expectations in every way is paramount to position success. Position Program Manager - Water Chiller Location CHN, Shanghai, Shanghai How You'll Create Possibilities Program Execution W ork closely with product management team to initiate the product definition and technical specification. Work closely with cross-function team to initiate the product development plan and qualification plan. Track the project progress according to work breakdown and ensur e all tasks and milestones are completed on schedule . Act as a technical communication bridge between GEA team and supplier team to ensure the smooth implementation of the program and the on-schedule delivery of products. Ensure the timely, transparent and accurate information interaction between GEA team and supplier team. C onsider problems from the perspectives of both parties and propose solutions . Risk management . Technical Support Review the product design and test reports, provide professional technical opinion to achieve better performance, quality and cost. Actively support the failure root cause analysis and corrective actions. Provide training and guidance of NPI process, Standard Instruction and Engineering Test Procedures to suppliers. Audit supplier’s laboratories and factories. F ollow up and interpret the latest standard . Engineering Contribution Continuously contribute to patent Proactively learn and apply AI tools to improve work efficiency What You'll Bring to Our Team Minimum Qualifications: BS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent 3 years experiences in Water Chiller product management, development, application, service or training. Excellent verbal & written English and communication skills. Proactive problem solver comfortable with hands on work in laboratory or factory Demonstrated ability to work in a global environment. Advanced computer skills – high proficiency in Microsoft products and ability to grasp new systems quickly. Strong project management and analytical/problem solving skills with demonstrated ability to scope and analyze cross-functional problems to generate/implement solutions. Preferred Qualifications: MS degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent Experience of multiple HVAC products management or development. Experience of US Air Conditioner Market Deep understanding of UL and AHRI standard and US DOE regulation Certification of Lean or project management or AI skill Working Conditions: Working conditions are normal for an office environment. This role require s regular meetings in the evening. This role requires occasional weekends. 10%-20% travel is expected including domestic and international . * Job Profile: Program / Project Manager (P2 or P3 China). * Primary Location: Shanghai (XiangeKe 2) CN or Qingdao (No.1 Haier Road) 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. GE Appliances participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance or an accommodation to use our website or to apply, please send an e-mail to