About the Role
The Acoustic Systems Engineer will work on Harman’s Car Audio system design, development and the focus on tuning of new audio systems cars: The role will leverage Harman’s brand technology leadership to create the best automotive audio systems in the world.
What You Will Do
Design and tune audio systems in the automotive environment for multiple projects, platforms and tools
Prepare technical requirements and report presentations
Support departmental initiatives and activities as directed by the department management team
Provide technical support and guidance for the solution of various customers’ and interdepartmental initiatives
Develop and document tools and best practices in an international environment
Planning and managing customer projects and alignment with internal and external stakeholders
Pick up and delivering cars from customer to car lab
Preparation of internal/ external audits within the work domain and location
Organization of local poolcar- and equipment maintenance
Support or execution of mechanical tasks e.g. disassembling and mounting hardware components (loudspeaker, amplifier, head-unit)
Create and maintain project documentation and reporting for various stakeholders
Travel to customers and other Harman sites within Europe on a weekly basis
What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Acoustics is required. Master’s degree in Engineering preferred. Alternatively, Tonmeister degree
Thorough knowledge of acoustics combined with practical experience
Three years or more of design experience of audio systems and/or components within the automotive or consumer industry
3+ years or more of experience in an audio related field (studio, mixing, recording, …) is required;
Specific experience required in 3 or more of the following fields: acoustical engineering, transducer engineering, digital signal processing, amplifier engineering, physical/psycho-acoustics and recording arts.
Knowledge of best practices in product development and sound tuning
User experience and knowledge of audio tools
Basic knowledge of loudspeaker design
Playing multiple instruments is strongly preferred
Excellent hearing capability
Detailed knowledge of acoustic theory, sound reproduction and sound system tuning is required
Experience on algorithm development and programming is preferred (e.g. Matlab, C, C++))
Main communication language: English/ optional: German, Swedish, Italian or French)
Proficient in identifying and solving issues and recommending process improvements.
Ability to cooperate on technical and artistical solutions
Project Management skills
Basic technical and construction skills
Open to travel to Harman sites within Europe (up to 75% of the time)
Drivers License
What We Offer
Flexible work environment with a culture encouraging work-life integration and collaboration in a global environment
Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG etc.)
Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
Work on best-in-class emerging technologies and an atmosphere that motivates you to give your best
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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 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.