Harman

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

This position will act as main customer interface, to provide customer-facing mechanical technical interface support for the pursuit, development, integration, and production launch of Harman’s products into customer vehicles. This includes creating, negotiating, and managing project vehicle integration/scope with assigned customer(s), managing mechanical aspects of loudspeaker design with a global team, customer interface/support. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated track record of success with mechanical engineering, customer facing interaction, project management and a knowledge of design and operation systems.

What You Will Do

Responsible for automotive speaker and amplifier packaging check and concept designs. Work closely with customers to support them with mechanical solutions. Work closely with other team members, including PM, ASE, ME, and TE to drive successful project delivery to meet timing, cost and quality goals.  Prepare technical reports and presentation.

• Acquire necessary vehicle data from customers to conduct packaging studies.

• Develop product concepts based on customer’s vehicle data to check the feasibility of the system architecture from acoustic system engineers.

• Provide concept models and technical proposals to customers to optimize the vehicle design based on the packaging study.

• Upload vehicle data and concept models into internal systems and inform related mechanical engineers to conduct detail designs.

• Be responsible for output of customer drawings.

• As a contact window, work closely between customers and internal mechanical engineers during the design phase.

• Work closely with PM to track the development process, especially the important milestones, like tooling kickoff and sample deliveries.

• Follow up customer complaints and track the complaint solving process inside Harman.

• Provide on-site supports to customers, like design freeze, technical communications, issues follow up, and sample trial assemblies, etc.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s Degree

• At least 5+ years of working experience related to mechanical design, experience of working in automotive OEMs or automotive component suppliers is preferred.

• Working Knowledge of:

• CATIA v5
• GD & T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
• FEA (Finite Element Analysis) and other predictive simulation tools
• Plastic Injection Molding, metal stampings, die castings
• Automotive component integration

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience working as an Audio Resident Engineer with automotive OEM’s

• Customer / supplier negotiations and interfaces

• Acoustic engineering background preferred.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work one day per week for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.

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

• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University

• Competitive wellness benefits

• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria

• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program

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

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.

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!

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HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)