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基本信息

地点：
Shenzhen - Guangdong, China
职位类别:
工程研发
员工类型参考：
Regular - Permanent
工资标准类型：
受薪雇员
Career Level:
T4
Job ID:
R-43228-2025

描述和要求

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

The Principal Acoustics Engineer will be responsible for the acoustic design, development, and innovation of home audio products. The role needs to effectively drive for new technology implementations, continuous acoustic package upgrading and innovation to ensure the delivery of industry-leading sound performance, actively support pre-development activities, sound definition, development, and sound tuning processes according to Harman’s guidelines and work instructions.


What You Will Do

  • Responsible for the acoustic design, development, and innovation of home audio products.
  • Lead the sound conceptualization, acoustic design, implementation and testing of new technologies for home audio products.
  • Design advanced acoustic systems and fine-tune performance for high-quality home audio products, setting new benchmarks in audio industry.
  • Collaborate with various teams to review acoustic related designs, providing expert insights and innovative ideas for optimization.
  • Combine traditional acoustic engineering with advanced DSP technology to push the acoustic performance envelope for home audio products.
  • Drive for innovation, new technology development and continuous acoustic package upgrading for home audio products.
  • Research new acoustic component or solution to make home audio products unique.
  • Work with global Harman research/engineering team and external research institutes or universities for new technology innovation and applications.
  • Support the creation of acoustic technical strategy/roadmap for home audio products.
  • Submit minimum of 2 technical patents in the US or Europe.

What You Need to Be Successful

  • Bachelor or above degree of acoustics or related major.
  • 16+ years’ speaker/soundbar acoustics background experience.
  • Strong knowledge in acoustic theory, acoustic test, and acoustic simulation.
  • Proficient in speaker/soundbar acoustic design, sound tuning and subjective evaluation.
  • Proficient in creating specifications, guidelines, and documentation that clearly defines and supports the improvement of the acoustic engineering process.
  • Proficient in advanced acoustic solution research.
  • Experience in the creation of acoustic technical strategy/roadmap for audio products.
  • Familiar with acoustic related algorithms and digital signal processing.
  • Proficient in using Soundcheck, Klippel, Audio Precision test system, etc.
  • Familiar with production line level manufacture, assembly, and test system.
  • Experience in working with vendors and contract manufacturers.
  • Ability to quickly get used to new topics as well as a high degree of flexibility.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Can-do attitude and self-motivation.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills.
  • Proficient in both spoken and written English.

Bonus Points if You Have

  • Golden Ears certification.
  • Good leadership and team management experience.
  • Published technical papers on reputable magazines or technical journals.
  • Experience in working with overseas companies in Europe and US.
  • Music related expertise.

What Makes You Eligible

  • Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.
  • Be willing to work in an office in Shenzhen.
  • Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

What We Offer

  • Flexible work environment.
  • 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.
  • 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)


Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission.

Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled.

Benefits
HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more.

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!  

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. 

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)