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Location:
Shanghai - Shanghai, China - 18 Hongmei Road
Job Family:
Engineering
Worker Type Reference:
Regular - Permanent
Pay Rate Type:
Salary
Career Level:
T3
Job ID:
R-53677-2026

Description & Requirements

A Career at HARMAN Automotive

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow At HARMAN Automotive, we give you the keys to fast-track your career

  • Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience

  • Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence

  • Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

Cost & Sustainability Engineer work to achieve the profitability, sustainability and growth goals defined by the leadership strategy through a cross-functional collaborative environment with Procurement, Engineering, Customer Account Management, Manufacturing and Suppliers


What You Will Do

  • Utilize internal and external databases to build cost and life-cycle CO2e assessment models that will establish Design-to-Cost , CO2e reduction targets for components, modules, assemblies designed into HARMAN Automotive products

  • Drive HARMAN “best practice” cost, design and CO2e reference for the Harman Automotive products to a component level:

  • Review and analyze cost breakdowns from supplier quotes and understand relevant cost influent factors

  • Contribute to the technical definition and implementation of electronic system cost and CO2e modeling solutions, including the identification of analytics that enable trend data to be established

  • Develop close technical relationships with suppliers to identify best cost, design solutions, including emerging technologies that provide cost and CO2e improvements

  • Work with Engineering & Product Sourcing teams during the new business quoting phase to establish reference cost targets and source board

  • Active participation during negotiating events with target costing

  • Identify and drive category strategy activities to meet should cost target and best CO2e solution (based on: new supplier scouting, benchmarking, purchased part relocation – defined category strategy plan including sustainability roadmap) , alignment with cross-functional teams

  • Develop cost engineering infrastructure

What You Need to Be Successful

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering

  • Minimum 6 years work experience in the following areas,For E(Mechanical):

  • Cost engineering of (E)/mechanical components and systems

  • VA/VE of (E)/mechanical components and systems

  • Engineering automotive (E)/mechanical components

  • Automotive procurement

  • Advanced manufacturing engineering

  • Experience with factors impacting design for CO2e improvement

  • Experience with complex components, modules, assemblies

  • Technical contribution on review the work of other cost engineers

  • Ability to solve complex technical topics through structure solutions  Must be able to influence others to drive alignment on proposed technical solutions

  • Ability to breakdown component costs into the constituent costs

  • Good presentation skills and demonstrated ability to effectively present complex technical topics

  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can effectively work with all levels of a global organization

  • Experience working in a fast paced, highly measured, results focused environment

  • Experience supporting Procurement in supplier Negotiations

  • Fluency in English

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Master’s degree in engineering

  • Minimum 2 years work experience in developing costs models for component, modules, assemblies

  • Experience with automotive electronic systems is highly desirable, including experience selecting and/or recommending automotive grade components

  • Capability to share knowledge and best practices with teammates

  • Change Orientation: Able to adapt to changing demands and conditions

  • Experience in data analytics

What Makes You Eligible

  • Be willing to travel up to 20%, domestic and international travel

What We Offer

  • Flexible work environment

  • Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc)

  • Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

  • Competitive wellness benefits

  • An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development


About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology 
Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.  

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other. 

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!  

Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com. 

You Belong Here 
HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.  
 
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers.  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to 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.HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com) 

HARMAN is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at harmancareers@harman.com. Requests will be considered on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable law.