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.

Position Summary:

This position is within HARMAN's automotive business and is responsible for all day-to-day HW validation infrastructure activities for globally developed audio products. This position will report to the Tools & Test Rack Manager for Tools & Test Racks (Product Reliability).

Job Responsibilities:

This position is responsible for the development of test strategy/interface tools for Harman audio products including AHU, Displays, telematics, amplifiers, loudspeaker and microphones. The position will work closely with the HW Validation & Certification Global teams and Engineering to ensure test and interface tools that fully validate our products.

• Develop and release algorithms for testing AHU, Displays, telematics, amplifiers, loudspeaker and microphones.

• Develop and release automated solutions to improve efficiencies of the Validation & Certification global organization.
• Develops test strategies and plans in accordance with business and product requirements.
• Develop innovative ways to expose and test automotive audio components.
• Creates automated test scripts using common scripting languages.
• Identifies and implements cost-effective testing solutions.

• Records, processes, and analyzes data with PC based tools and test instrumentation.
• Provides technical support for the resolution of various customer and interdepartmental issues on an as needed basis.
• Performs setup of modules/wiring and maintains test benches and test vehicles appropriately.
• Designs, documents and facilitates the assembly of test racks utilizing commercial off-the-shelf equipment and internally-designed components, where needed.
• Seeks simple, cost effective global solutions.

Basic Qualifications:

• 3-5 years in a product engineering or test strategy development role, preferably in automotive infotainment or consumer electronics.
• 2 years creating HW validation test scripts.
• 2 years hardware-in-the-loop / parametric development and usage.
• Demonstrated electronic knowledge

• Electrical diagrams understanding

• Experience with audio analysis & RF knowledge.
• Demonstrated experience functioning in a highly collaborative, demanding, and fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of other structured languages (C++, ANSI C, LabView, TestStand)
• Vehicle networking experience (CAN, MOST, ETH).
• Automotive audio experience (Analog, digital - A2B)

• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative problem-solver capable of creating and reproducing software bugs.
• Dedicated performer with the ability to advocate appropriately for product quality.
• Relentless learner with a dedication to learn new technologies and test methods.
• Capable project management and time management skills.

• Bug tracking tools (JIRA, etc.,).
• Configuration Management tools (Perforce, GIT, etc.,).
• Office productivity software.
• Bachelor of Science of Electrical / Mechatronic Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications & Desired Competencies:

Results-Driven:

• Having a proactive, goal oriented approach to decision making.
• Clear and strategic thinker; proven experience in translating strategies into actionable plans

• Capable of handling multiples projects / initiatives simultaneously and executing to completion

Team Player:

• Having respect for colleagues; leading teams with clarity and accountability.
• Proven team player with excellent communication and interpersonal skills who can effectively work with all levels of a global matrixed organization

Change Orientation:

• Able to adapt to changing demands and conditions.
• Act as a Change Management expert and enabler on various projects and programs across the business

Customer Focus:

• Providing exceptional service and quality to external and internal customer.
• Understanding and working in past organizations that have centralized and de-centralized structures as business requirements change

Self-Awareness:

• Accepting responsibility for personal development and actions.
• Have clear objectives and strives to exceed them

Takes ownership for personal career and skill development

Eligibility:

• Willingness to travel 10% of the time
• Willingness to work in an office in Novi, MI
• HARMAN will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.

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)