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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
About the Role
As an IPM, you will lead cross-functional project teams to successfully introduce new programs into production based on the MMGList. You will be responsible for managing project budgets, timelines, and resources, while coordinating with product development to ensure quality and cost-effective solutions during prototype phases. Your role includes overseeing equipment procurement, ensuring smooth production handovers, and maintaining close communication with customers. Additionally, you will support the entire product lifecycle, addressing capacity changes and continuous improvement initiatives.
What You Will Do
Leading a multifunctional project team during the production ramp-up of new programs based on the MMGList.
Planning and managing project budgets, timelines, and resources.
Defining and clarifying the workflows required for successful project execution.
Initiating, analyzing, and controlling corrective actions to achieve project goals.
Collaborating with product development during prototype and trial productions to ensure high quality and cost efficiency.
Ensuring a smooth handover process to production.
Procuring the necessary process and test equipment during the project.
Maintaining close customer contact regarding key project milestones.
Preparing clear and structured reports for management and customers.
Supporting the full product lifecycle (life cycle management), particularly in terms of capacity changes and methodology within the project scope.
What You Need to Be Successful
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering
2–3 years of experience in an engineering role
Fluent English language skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Project management knowledge
Familiarity with FMEA and VDA standards
Bonus Points if You Have
Strong analytical skills
Flexibility
What Makes You Eligible
Willingness to travel as needed to Harman locations.
Willingness to work in a manufacturing site.
What We Offer
Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally 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
“Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages 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 or Master's degree in Engineering
- 2-3 years of experience in an engineering role
- Fluent English language skills
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Project management knowledge
- Familiarity with FMEA and VDA standards
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!
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