Harman’s engineers and designers are creative, purposeful and agile. As part of this team, you’ll combine your technical expertise with innovative ideas to help drive cutting-edge solutions in the car, enterprise and connected ecosystem. Every day, you will push the boundaries of creative design, and harman is committed to providing you with the opportunities, innovative technologies and resources to build a successful career.
a career at harman
as a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, harman is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our dna. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at harman you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do everyday.
introduction: 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.
1. engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
2. combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
3. advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment
about the role
this position is within harman’s automotive business and is responsible for all day-to-day hw validation infrastructure activities for globally developed audio products. This position is responsible for developing test strategies and interface tools for harman audio products, including ahu, amplifiers, loudspeakers, and microphones. The position will work closely with the validation & certification global teams and engineering to ensure test and interface tools that fully validate our products.
the position has no direct reports.
what you will do
4. develop and release algorithms for testing amplifiers, audio head units & displays.
5. develop and release automated solutions to improve the efficiency of the global test organization.
6. support and mentor team members in using automated tools and in developing new measurements for automated testers.
7. develops hardware test strategies and plans in accordance with business and product requirements.
8. develop innovative ways to expose and test automotive audio components.
9. gives guidance and direction to junior engineers within the group.
10. creates automated test scripts using common scripting languages.
11. identifies and implements cost-effective testing solutions.
12. records, processes, and analyzes data with pc based tools and test instrumentation.
13. provides technical support for the resolution of various customer and interdepartmental issues on an as-needed basis.
14. performs setup of modules/wiring and maintains test benches and test vehicles appropriately.
15. designs, documents and facilitates the assembly of test racks utilizing commercial off-the-shelf equipment and internally designed components, where needed.
16. seeks simple, cost-effective global solutions.
17. plans project development for the team. Drives execution according to the plans.
what you need to be successful
18. bachelor of science in electrical / mechatronic engineering.
19. 3-7 years of experience in a hardware test strategy development role, preferably in automotive infotainment or consumer electronics.
20. a thorough understanding of electronic knowledge
electrical diagrams
electronic design
21. demonstrable knowledge of software development for measurement devices, such as:
labview / labwindows cvi
test stand / veristand
c++ / ansi c
python
22. demonstrable experience with programmable devices daq, multimeter, power supply, waveform generator, multiplexor).
23. a thorough understanding of creating hw validation test sequences.
24. demonstrable experience with audio analysis and rf knowledge (bluetooth, wi-fi, 5g, am/fm/iboc/dab/sdars).
25. demonstrable knowledge of vehicle network protocols (can, most, 100/100baset1, a2b).
26. proficiency in verbal and written communication skills.
27. proficiency in configuration management tools, office productivity sw, bug tracking tools.
28. relentless learner with a dedication to learning new technologies and test methods.
29. creative problem-solver capable of creating and reproducing software bugs.
30. dedicated performer with the ability to advocate appropriately for product quality.
31. demonstrated experience functioning in a highly collaborative, demanding, and fast-paced environment.
32. capable of project management and time management skills.
bonus points if you have
33. collaboration with teams in various geographies.
34. results-driven.
35. proactive, goal-oriented approach to decision making.
36. clear and strategic thinker (translate strategies into actionable plans).
37. capable of handling multiple projects/initiatives simultaneously and executing to completion.
38. excellent communication and interpersonal skills, who can effectively work with all levels of a global matrixed organization.
39. change orientation.
40. customer focus.
what makes you eligible
41. willingness to travel 10% of the time
42. fluent in technical english
43. be willing to work in an office environment
44. experience in architecture / test bench design
what we offer
45. flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a harman or customer location.
46. access to employee discounts on world-class harman and samsung products (jbl, harman kardon, akg, etc.)
47. extensive training opportunities through our own harman university.
48. competitive wellness benefits.
49. tuition reimbursement.
50. “be brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
51. an inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.
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harman is proud to be an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, 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.