Transducer Engineering SME

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 every day.

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.

• Engineer audio systems and integrated technology platforms that augment the driving experience
• Combine ingenuity, in-depth research, and a spirit of collaboration with design and engineering excellence
• Advance in-vehicle infotainment, safety, efficiency, and enjoyment

About the Role

In this position you will be responsible for loudspeaker design, supporting the proliferation of current and new transducer technologies focusing on cost efficiency / reliability and continuous improvement. Help Lead failure analysis and problem-solving efforts as part of design related validation failures.

You will have a demonstrated track record of success with transducer engineering, customer facing interaction, and understanding / knowledge of manufacturing and quality systems.

What You Will Do

• Lead customer project RFQs for loudspeaker selections focusing on: continuous improvement as part of the loudspeaker development, customer specifications and requirements, acoustic performance, component re-use, cost efficiency, and reliability
• Active participation in the RFI/RFQ phase with concept development of loudspeaker designs with regards to all external and internal requirements
• Support transducer development with loudspeaker engineering team on assigned new project development and existing products
• Support the global transducer engineering team to design and validate speakers to meet or exceed customers requirements and specifications
• Provide technical support and input on acoustic performance, durability, cost and manufacturability at design, peer and feasibility reviews
• Be the interface to the customer relating to specific design details, technical data and loudspeaker performance related topics
• Support and review all relevant documentation such as Bill of Materials, Sketches, Simulation data, Performance data, DFMEA/DRBFM, DVP&R, and all other documentation required to support the development process and customer requirements
• Use, maintain, and improve upon Speaker Best Practices via the Lessons Learned process and the Knowledge Management System

What You Need to Be Successful

• BS engineering degree or equivalent and 5+ years minimum post-graduation experience in the field of transducer design
• Technical Project management skills
• Working Knowledge of:
  
  • COMSOL, Magnet, or other transducer modeling Experience
  • DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) and/or DRBFM
  • Problem Solving Methodologies (8-D, PHASE-5, test reporting, Fault Tree Analysis, Fish Bone Analysis, etc.)
  • Automotive component integration

Bonus Points if You Have

• PMP (Project Management Professional) training
• GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerance)
• Automotive requirement and procedures (APQP / PPAP / DVP)
• Experience working with PLM and PDM systems
• Experience working with automotive OEM Audio Engineering
• Customer / supplier negotiations and interfaces
• New product launches and quality support
• Experience working with global teams
• Chinese, Japanese, and/or Spanish language/communication skills

What Makes You Eligible

• Willing to travel (international) up to 10%
• Willing to work in a hybrid role between your home office and the HARMAN Novi, MI office
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

What We Offer

• Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, Harman Kardon, AKG etc.)
• Inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities
• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration and collaboration in a global environment
• On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development such as, onsite caf, fitness center, weekly massage, fitness classes, and other onsite events promoted by our Employee resource groups
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies
• Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs
• "Be Brilliant" employee recognition and rewards program
• Scholarship programs for employee family members

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Salary Ranges:

$ 87,750 - $ 128,700

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.