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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
What You’ll Be Part Of
As an AME Process Engineer, you will play a key role in defining, developing, and implementing manufacturing processes and equipment for acoustic products. You will work closely with the Industrial Project Manager, project engineering, product development, and cross-functional teams to ensure robust manufacturing solutions, optimal process design, cost efficiency, quality, and on-time project execution.
In addition to your core process engineering responsibilities, you will actively support the Industrial Project Manager in the execution of industrialization projects, contributing technical expertise throughout the project lifecycle. You will be responsible for process and equipment development, technical specifications, supplier coordination, process validation, and successful implementation of manufacturing solutions.
You will also collaborate closely with functions such as Quality, Manufacturing, Product Engineering, and Project Management to ensure that new and transferred acoustic products are successfully industrialized and meet the required performance, quality, cost, and timing targets.
How You’ll Make An Impact
Lead manufacturing process development and industrialization activities for new product introductions from concept to stable mass production.
Design, implement, and continuously improve production processes with a focus on quality, efficiency, capacity, and operator ergonomics.
Drive APQP deliverables, including PFMEA, Control Plans, process validation, and manufacturing documentation.
Manage product and process changes, ensuring successful implementation while meeting customer, business, and quality requirements.
Support feasibility studies, RFQ activities, and early project reviews to improve product manufacturability and production readiness.
Coordinate prototype, pilot, and pre-production builds, ensuring a smooth transition into serial production.
Partner with global and cross-functional teams to standardize manufacturing processes, resolve technical challenges, and promote lessons learned across projects.
Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another relevant technical field.
Experience working in a manufacturing environment, preferably within the automotive industry.
Fluent English communication skills, both written and spoken.
Knowledge of quality management tools and methodologies, including APQP and FMEA.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a structured and systematic approach to work.
Ability to work independently while demonstrating flexibility, creativity, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills, with the confidence to drive decisions and achieve results in a cross-functional environment.
What You Can Expect
A hybrid work environment that balances flexibility with in-person collaboration, with most office-based roles onsite three days a week.
Access to employee discounts on HARMAN and Samsung products (including JBL, Harman / Kardon, AKG, and others)
Learning and development opportunities through our award-winning HARMAN University programs
Wellness benefits designed to support your overall well-being
Tuition reimbursement support
Access to the HARMAN campus fitness center and cafeteria, where available
An inclusive and diverse work environment that supports both your professional and personal development
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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.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering or another relevant technical field
- Experience working in a manufacturing environment
- Automotive industry experience
- Fluent written and spoken English communication skills
- Knowledge of APQP and FMEA quality management methodologies
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Structured and systematic approach to work
- Ability to work independently with flexibility, creativity, and a continuous improvement mindset
- Strong communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to drive decisions and achieve results in a cross-functional environment
Harman Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Harman and has not been reviewed or approved by Harman.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, often including medical, dental, and vision plans, with HSAs/FSAs and disability or life insurance also referenced. Wellbeing support such as EAP access and onsite occupational health services is also part of the package in some regions.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Lifestyle-oriented benefits include employee product discounts and region-specific perks like free fruit deliveries, Cycle to Work schemes, and meal coupons or allowances. Flexible schedules and work-from-home options are also part of the overall offering where roles and projects allow.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Pay is repeatedly characterized as solid or market-aligned for many roles, with salary payments described as consistent and on time. Compensation is also tied to performance in some accounts, reinforcing a perception of basic fairness for a portion of employees.
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What We Do
Headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and services supporting the Internet of Things. With leading brands including AKG®, Harman Kardon®, Infinity®, JBL®, Lexicon®, Mark Levinson® and Revel®, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 50 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. Our software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile. HARMAN has a workforce of approximately 30,000 people across the Americas, Europe, and Asia. In March 2017, HARMAN became a wholly-owned subsidiary of Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Minorities, women, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training and competitive compensation. Looking for a challenge where your experience is valued? Come see what you can achieve as a leader with HARMAN!
