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.
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
Responsible for the results of the following indicators: Security, Quality, Operational KPIs, Delivery and Cost, for the product that is carried out in plant. You must apply the philosophy of HPS. Develop Harman skills in employees.
How You’ll Make An Impact
- Supports recurring meetings, both internal and external, to track the progress of the project.
- Coordinate the generation and release of all appropriate documentation: PFMEAS, flowcharts, Control Plans, Visual Aids, VJIs (Visual Job Instructions), plant layouts, labeling layout, etc.
- Maintains/improve the status of the project, using tools like Projectbook.
- Comply with quality systems and environmental management implemented in the company.
- Coordinates all changes to the process with Engineering areas and the implementation.
- Coordinates all changes to the product with Program Managers and the implementation.
- Comply with the review of the status of PLM.
- Review the strategic points that relate to internal meetings and expectations of customers.
- Follow up with Program Managers the outstanding points in the bull-DV.
- Follow up with Program Manager the outstanding points in the runs of PV.
- Follow up with Program Manager the outstanding points in the runs of R@R and PSO.
- Provide solutions through established communication channels.
- Represent the needs of the customer in internal functions according to the requirements of the Quality System and Customer Specific Requirements.
- Coordinate the new models first running, maturity gates, compliance assurance.
- Drive the design, validation and implementation of product packaging (raw material, internal work in process and external to customer).
- Lead the implementation of BOM changes.
- Identify and record changes with the product, process in part history.
- Industrialization activities after M7 (PV readiness).
- Provide detailed Launch Plan and execution aligned with HARMAN and customer milestones.
- Coordinate samples build, review and feedback.
- Coordinate equipment installation in manufacturing plant.
- Receive technical handover from IPM (Industrialization Project Manager).
- Coordinate fixture modifications to new product launches.
- Coordinate materials preparation for pre-series builds (e.g. PV).
- Lead VAVE (Value Analysis / Value Engineering) engineering changes implementation in plant.
- Lead new cybersecurity implementations or changes in cybersecurity (test equipment).
- Ensure test coverage balance between processes.
- Drive low yield performance actions.
- Coordinate procurement of facilities.
- Capacity increase after M8.
- Drive and permanently maintain project capacity plan and layout plan for needed capacity increase through plant Engineering.
- Coordinate the update of all appropriate documentation.
- Monitor the creation of Purchase Requests for all equipment necessary.
- Document equipment and line qualification plans per customer and HARMAN requirements.
What Makes You A Strong Fit
- Integrity.
- Innovation.
- Inclusion.
- Teamwork & Respect.
- Excellence
- Integrity.
- Innovation.
- Inclusion.
- Teamwork & Respect.
- Excellence.
- Bachelor Degree on Industrial Engineer/Electronic/Electromechanical.
- Deep Knowledge of PFMEAS, BOM, Engineering Changes and documentation control, core tools.
- Knowledge in customer EOM specific requirements.
- 5+ years of prior experience in industrial product manufacturing environment.
- 5 years of prior experience coordinating new projects.
- 5 years of prior experience implementing Continuous Improvement and excellence Methods.
- English 90%, Advance English level (reading and writing that allow fluid presentations).
Bonus Points If You Have:
- Leadership.
- Change Orientation.
- Collaboration.
- Judgment.
- Result Driven.
- Leadership.
- Change Orientation.
- Collaboration.
- Judgment.
- Result Driven.
- Knowledge on LPC (Life Product Cycle).
- Communication Skills (Oral and Written).
- Able to plan and organize.
- Initiative.
- Analytical.
- Problem solving skills.
- Project management skills.
- Achievement oriented.
- Assertive.
- Strategic and decisive.
- Computer knowledge.
- MS Project.
Things To Know
- Willingness to travel.
- Willingness to work in an office.
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
What You Can Expect
- 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
- 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 Industrial Engineering, Electronics, or Electromechanical Engineering
- Deep knowledge of PFMEAs, BOMs, engineering changes, documentation control, and core tools
- Knowledge of customer EOM-specific requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in an industrial product manufacturing environment
- At least 5 years of experience coordinating new projects
- At least 5 years of experience implementing continuous improvement and operational excellence methods
- Advanced English proficiency, including reading, writing, and fluent presentations
- Willingness to travel
- Willingness to work in an office
- Successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen
- Knowledge of LPC (Life Product Cycle)
- MS Project knowledge
- Project management skills
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.
Harman Insights
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!
