Fernanda Mendes de Morais

Fernanda Mendes de Morais is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in hardware electronics and engineering management at Whirlpool Corporation since January 2009. As a Senior Manager, Fernanda leads the development of full lighting solutions for refrigerators across global markets, focusing on power supplies, LED drivers, and compliance with regulatory standards. Previous roles include managing control system development for North America and spearheading cost reduction initiatives in the refrigeration category. An intern at the onset of the career, Fernanda actively contributed to technology testing projects. Academically, Fernanda holds a Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering from Universidade do Estado de Santa Catarina and a postgraduate degree in Project Management from Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Paraná, supported by participation in a prestigious educational program that produced ten published articles.