Principal Engineer - Electronics

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.

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates listening experience

About the Role

As an Electronic Engineer, you will contribute to the design and development of new electronics ranging from electronic architecture and phototyping to testing and implementation. This role will leverage your knowledge of electronic design and databases. You will collaborate with the team to support various stages of the electronic development life cycle. In this role, you will report to the Electronics Engineering Manager.

What You Will Do

• Responsible for hardware design at system, PCBA, module, circuit, and component levels, based on design specifications to meet all product requirements.
• Carry out feasibility study on new products against requirements, assist in defining a feasible architecture/concept and create a realistic development plan.
• Ensure product quality from ODM/OEMs meets Harman standards and requirements.
• Comply with Harman documentation structure, standards and design rules during project execution.
• Participate in technical studies and innovation projects to strengthen know-how and develop new technologies in EE team.
• In day-to-day work, demonstrate and focus on competencies in the following aspects: Leadership, Change-Orientation, Judgement, Collaboration and Results-Driven.
• Train and coach junior engineers to achieve high level of technical competence.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics Engineering or equivalent.
• 12+ years of working experience in design, development, and manufacturing of consumer audio products (like Bluetooth battery-powered portable speakers, party speakers, FM/DAB radios, soundbar speakers and so on related audio/video products).
• Able to lead technical discussions/projects with technology partners; Perform EE architectural design independently; Understand system design and performance tradeoff across multiple functional disciplines.
• Able to make decisions with little or no guidance; Anticipate most issues, plan mitigation solutions, and provide timely feedback to management.  Able to propose and verify potential solutions to meet new challenges and emerging needs.
• Lead investigation on Audio/Video-industry technologies and platforms for application in Harman products; Excellent insight on market/competitor products analysis; Drive cost optimization initiative that makes sense for the business.
• Independently lead innovation brainstorm sessions with fellow engineers; Publish technical papers on industry conferences or file high-quality patent disclosures.  Able to commercially realize invented technology or innovative ideas.
• Has strong communication skills with clients, suppliers, ODMs and other department members.
• Experience in integrating and troubleshooting RF (e.g. 2.4G and 5GHz, WiFi, BT etc..) circuits on audio/video products; Strong foundation on power system designs like AC/DC, DC/DC buck, DC/DC boost, Battery charger, Battery protection, Power supplies etc.
• Proficient in the use of electronic test equipment (AP/Audio Analyzers, Digital Analyzers, Oscilloscopes, Spectrum and Network Analyzers, Power Meters etc..).
• Experience in design optimization to meet Thermal, EMC, Safety and other regulatory standards related to audio industry.
• Good communications; Strong teamwork spirit; Fluent listening, reading and writing in English.
• Strong passion to learn and develop.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Fluent listening and speaking in English.
• Strong passion for design excellence and exploring innovation ideas.
• Familiar with common technologies relevant for Consumer Electronics audio products, for example: Dolby Digital, DTS, 264/AVC, FM/DAB, DLNA, BT, WIFI, HDMI, USB, PD Charging etc.
• Familiar with IEC, EIA, EIAJ formats and UL, CSA, IEC safety standards.
• Hardware programming experience (CPLD/FPGA, VHDL/Verilog etc.)

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to domestic or international travel for business needs.
• Willingness to work in an office.
• Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work one day per week for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology

Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.

Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.

If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today!

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HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)

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.