Description & Requirements
About the Role
As the Senior Principal Engineer, Acoustic Design, you will be part of a team developing the next generation of audio products. You will be responsible for performing design, optimization, and testing of headphones, microphone arrays, smart speakers, TVs, smartphones, and tablets. The use of current acoustic simulation software as well as acoustic testing hardware and software will be a large portion of your job activities.
Your Team
You will report directly to the Director, Systems Engineering for Harman Embedded Audio (HEA).
What You Will Do
- As a Principal Acoustic Engineer at Harman, you will be entrusted with a diverse range of responsibilities that are crucial to the development and refinement of our audio technologies.
- Your broad understanding of our real time audio algorithms, acoustic measurement and analysis methods as well as psychoacoustics will allow you to actively engage in the hands-on testing and tuning of audio algorithms, often working within a lab environment to ensure optimal performance.
- You will work closely with engineers, researchers, and program managers to discuss testing methodologies and optimization strategies for new algorithms. Your role will be pivotal in providing early feedback on performance and suggesting improvements to enhance the user experience.
- Additionally, you will work closely with algorithm designers and product managers to develop a comprehensive understanding of the system's functionality. Your insights will be crucial in pinpointing potential enhancements that will shape the desired user experience.
- You are responsible for designing and proposing new and effective test methods, both qualitative and quantitative, to improve test-coverage and to enhance the overall user experience.
- Your expertise and innovative approach will be key in advancing our audio technology and ensuring a superior user experience.
What You Need
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics or relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Solid understanding in fundamentals of Applied Acoustics, Digital Signal Processing, Psychoacoustics, Acoustic measurements and analysis.
- 10+ years audio system development experience including audio system tuning, integration and verification, automated audio test development and analysis.
- Experience with scientific programming languages such as MATLAB, Python or similar and acoustic measurement equipment such as GRAS and B&K.
- Working knowledge of Finite Element Method and/or Boundary Element Method simulation tools for mechanics, acoustics and magnetic circuits (eg. COMSOL)
- Demonstrated communication skills and experience working across disciplines to drive optimal solutions and supporting cross functional teams.
- Experience in any of the following areas: Acoustic measurements and measurement systems, audio system analysis, qualitative and quantitative audio analysis.
What is Nice to Have
- Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Physics or relevant technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Expertise in audio signal processing, acoustic measurements and analysis on wearable devices, psychoacoustics and subjective testing methods, hearing technology.
- Proven track record of contribution in 2 or more of these areas: Tuning and acoustic optimization of audio devices of various shapes and sizes, automated audio test development, psychoacoustic optimization and testing.
What Makes You Eligible
- Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.
- Able to work in an office in Northridge, CA - Hybrid.
- Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment.
What We Offer
- Access to employee discounts on world class HARMAN products (JBL, Harman/Kardon, etc.)
- Opportunity to collaborate with talented teams across the world
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities
- Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work-life integration
- On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development are provided by our Wellness Committee, Volunteer Committee, and Harman Women's Network
- Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University's business and leadership academies and extensive course catalog.
#LI-EC1 Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation are also available, such as bonuses or commission.
Pay is based on a wide range of factors, including, without limitation, skill set, experience, training, location, and business need. While the above range is a reasonable estimate of the wage range for this position, please note the disclosed range estimate has not been adjusted for the applicable geographical differential associated with the location where the position may be filled.
Benefits
HARMAN is interested in the health and wellbeing of you and your family and offers a range of benefits designed to support your needs for holistic wellbeing. Benefits and perks may vary depending on the nature of your employment with HARMAN, and may include paid vacation and holidays, paid sick leave, volunteer leave, and paid bonding and care giver leave. Employees may also be eligible to participate in comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, fertility support and adoption assistance, Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts, retirement savings plan with employer match, short and long term disability coverage, life insurance, and more. Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com. 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.
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Harman
life insurance, sick time, long term disability
Nov 16, 2024