About this Transducer & Lab Engineer Speaker role at HARMAN International
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.
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 Will Do
Be an active member of the Speaker Engineering team and work closely with product development engineers, manufacturing teams, and laboratory personnel. Serve as a local interface to Manufacturing, Test & Validation, and CPD/SME teams.
Provide hands-on technical support for loudspeaker production, prototype builds, validation activities, and laboratory operations.
Perform standard electroacoustic, electrical, mechanical, and durability tests using TRSS, Klippel, and other approved test equipment according to established procedures.
Prepare test samples, prototypes, and production parts for validation activities, measurements, and engineering investigations.
Support prototype, pilot-building, and sample activities, including material procurement, shipment handling, inventory management, and local logistics coordination.
Assemble speaker systems, perform basic rework, conduct teardowns, and support part inspections as required.
Collect, record, organize, and document measurement results, test data, photographs, and observations in a clear and accurate manner.
Maintain laboratory equipment, fixtures, tools, and test setups, including calibration tracking and readiness verification.
Manage local sample and component storage, ensuring proper labeling, traceability, inventory accuracy, and housekeeping standards.
Assist engineers in troubleshooting production, building, and test issues by preparing samples, executing measurements, and gathering supporting data.
Support product launches and post-SOP activities by verifying documentation, confirming part availability, and supporting build readiness.
Support warranty and quality investigations through testing, sample preparation, data collection, and documentation.
Follow established safety guidelines, laboratory procedures, and best practices while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives.
What You Need
Qualifications
- Technical degree / diploma, vocational certificate, associate degree, or equivalent technical education.
- Fluent Hungarian for daily plant communication.
- Basic English communication skills for interaction with global teams.
Experience
- Experience in automotive loudspeaker development, production support, validation testing, or related hardware engineering domains.
- Hands‑on experience with electroacoustic measurements, TRSS/Klippel systems, and preparation of structured engineering test reports.
- Practical experience with prototype builds, sample handling, or early‑phase product development.
- Demonstrated ability to work cross‑functionally across manufacturing, quality, supply chain, and global engineering teams.
- Experience coordinating procurement, part logistics, and supplier communication.
Technical Knowledge
- GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing) -> Working knowledge
- DFMEA (Design Failure Mode & Effects Analysis) and/or DRBFM -> Working knowledge
- PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) -> Working knowledge
- DVP&R (Design Validation Plan & Report) -> Working knowledge
- Problem‑solving methodologies (8-D, PHASE-5 test reporting, Fault Tree Analysis, Fish Bone Analysis, etc.) -> Proficient
- Electronic components and assemblies -> Familiarity
- Acoustic product testing and related tools -> Proficient
- Electrical and electronic device/component testing and tools -> Working knowledge
What is Nice to Have
- Experience with PLM / PDM systems such as Teamcenter.
- Exposure to automotive OEM audio engineering or audio product development environments.
- Experience supporting new product launches, production transitions, or quality investigations in a manufacturing context.
- Experience working with global, cross‑functional engineering teams.
What Makes You Eligible
- Willingness to travel internationally up to 5%.
- Ability and willingness to work onsite at a Harman facility in the EU or North America.
- Successful completion of required background checks and screenings based on regional policy.
What We Offer
- 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
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
- 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.