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
Prepare technical requirements and report presentations
Support departmental initiatives and activities as directed by the department supervisor
Provide technical support and guidance for the solution of various customers’ and interdepartmental issues
Develop and document tools and best practices in an international environment
Planning and managing customer projects and alignment with internal and external stakeholders
Lead discussions and directly support OEM customers
Responsible for all acoustic systems Harman provides for specific OEM customers
Pick up and deliver cars from customer to car lab
Preparation of internal/ external audits within the work domain and location
Organization of local pool car- and equipment maintenance
Support or execution of mechanical tasks e.g. disassembling and mounting hardware components (loudspeaker, amplifier, head-unit)
Create and maintain documentation
Travel to customers and other Harman sites within Europe
What You Need:
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
Ideally 3-5+ years or more of experience in an audio related field
Specific experience required in 3 or more of the following fields: acoustical engineering, transducer engineering, digital signal processing, amplifier engineering, physical/psychoacoustics 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
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
What Makes You eligible:
Open to travel to Harman sites within Europe (up to 75% of the time)
Drivers License
What We offer:
HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation. You will also receive top-notch employee discounts on Harman’s Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products
Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global friendly working atmosphere and good work-life-balance
Attractive salary package based on the Metall & Elektro Tarif Baden Wurttemberg and an Employer contribution towards a company pension plan
Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies which also includes extensive technical trainings
Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
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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.