Sr. Engineer, Acoustic Design (Hybrid)

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.

About the Role

As the Senior Engineer, Acoustic Design, you will be part of a team developing the next generation of audio products. You will be responsible for performing design, optimization and testing of headphones, microphone arrays, smart speakers, TVs, smart phones and tablets.  The use of current acoustic simulation software as well as acoustic testing hardware and software will be a large portion of your job activities.

Your Team

You will report directly to the Director, Engineering for Harman Embedded Audio.

What You Will Do

• Participate in the design and development of new technology and products for HEA relying heavily on analytical modeling efforts

• Help determine the feasibility of new technology, ideas, and products proposed or ideated

• Optimize prototype and/or design parameters to maximize performance -- one objective being the reduction of the development cycle time

• Predict the performance of new or modified product prototypes -- prior to their fabrication and testing

• Help plan experiments to prove in, or troubleshoot, new or existing products

• Play a major role in the data analysis of measured results

• Plan a significant role in the ideation of new technology, or troubleshooting of existing manufactured products for HEA

• Be active in the creation of intellectual property for HEA

• Provide specialized applications engineering support, as needed, in conjunction with the HEA Sales Team and/or factories

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in acoustic, mechanical or electrical engineering or related field, OR 8 years’ experience in Acoustics engineering in lieu of a 4-year degree.

• 5 years’ experience in Acoustics engineering or related field

• Experience with SoundCheck, HATS, GRAS

What is Nice to Have

• Master’s Degree in Acoustics or related field

• Experience with headphone design and testing

• Experience with Smart IOT devices (acoustics, system architecture)

What Makes You Eligible

• Be willing to travel up to 10% domestic and international travel

• This is a hybrid role and you must be willing to work both remotely and on-site at our Northridge, CA 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 products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, etc.)

• Opportunity to collaborate with talented teams across the world

• Inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities

• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work life integration

• On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development provided by our Wellness Committee, Volunteer Committee and Harman Women’s Network

• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog

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Salary Ranges:

USD 83,250 - USD 122,100

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.