Harman

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role:

We are looking for an adventurous, passionate, and accomplished Sr Industrial designer with world class design sensibility to join our design team in Shenzhen, China.

The right candidate loves music as we do, brings a fresh perspective on design & innovation and has the ability to understand and translate latest fashion, interior and cultural design trends into iconic product experiences for Harman’s iconic brands, including JBL, Harman Kardon and AKG.

You will take a lead role with hands-on responsibilities working in a very fast-paced, collaborative environment. You understand that great design can amplify the lives of real people and how this builds a strong brand. As a key member of the design team, your role will involve overseeing the strategic product design for the brand.

What You Will Do:

• Take a lead role with hands-on responsibilities.
• Conduct design brainstorming sessions.
• Create concept designs in 2D and 3D formats.
• Prototype designs using in-house and 3rd party resources.
• Develop detailed product design specifications and CMF documents.
• Present design solutions.
• Participate in user research activities.
• Investigate and propose new fit and finish options and CMF trends.
• Work on innovative and trend defining product concepts in collaboration with our multi-disciplinary creative teams across the globe.
• Be part of the team that is creating and delivering innovative and groundbreaking design experiences across various product categories.
• Work with design leaders in all phases of the design thinking process from concept, to strategic, to tactical, and implementation.

What You Need to Be Succesful

• Love for Design & Music.
• 5+ years of experience in the field of industrial design with an impressive portfolio.
• Experience in designing products for the world of consumer or professional markets.
• Solid knowledge of the design process­ from trend research and design strategy to concept development and manufacturing execution.
• Excellent 2D and 3D skills: fluent in the Adobe Creative Suite and 3D such as Rhinoceros and KeyShot.
• Experience defining Materials, Colors, and Finishes.
• Ability to create photorealistic renderings.
• Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication and presentation skills.
• The ability to work seamlessly with leaders across functions.
• Ability to multi-task many projects and products at once.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Industrial/Product design.
• Basic knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes, tooling methods, and assembly methods.
• Able to quickly generate visual and physical definitions of new products that convey key attributes of function and layout.
• A proven structured approach to creative problem solving.

What is Nice to Have

• Self-starter, goal-oriented and result driven
• Strong team player
• Customer focus
• Deadline oriented and able to work under pressure
• Self-awareness, willing to learn and open to changes

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel 10% of the time
• Willingness to work in an office in Shenzhen
• Willingness to submit to a background screen and a drug test.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work one day per week 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
• 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)