Hardware Engineer

Do you want to work for some of the world’s leading audio brands? Become a part of the HARMAN team and get to work for JBL and Harman/Kardon.

By joining HARMAN, you'll dive headfirst into the exciting world of headphones, portable speakers, party boxes and other audio technologies, and contribute to the success of Harman Lifestyle EMEA business. The consumer audio industry is fast paced, fun and dynamic and we’re looking for someone who is proactive, loves to work with a lot of different stakeholders from all over the globe and has creative ideas.

But that's not all - at HARMAN, you'll have the opportunity to rapidly develop your skills and cultivate new ideas in our agile and supportive culture.

You will be part of our Acoustics Engineering team based in Budapest, Hungary in the position of:

Hardware Engineer

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle:

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

- Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel.
- Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development.
- Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience.

What You’ll Be Part Of:

As an acoustic engineer, you will develop new products, characterization and validation of professional audio products with strong focus on microphones, microphone capsules and related acoustic systems. You will define measurement methods, acoustic specifications and validation plans, evaluate prototypes and alternative components, perform acoustic root-cause investigations, and support new product development as well as sustaining engineering activities.

Reporting the development status to your manager is your responsibility. Usually work on more projects based on the priority list.

How You’ll Make An Impact:

- Develops and characterizes cost-effective designs microphone, microphone capsule products and components.
- Define and execute acoustic measurement and validation plans.
- Perform and evaluate acoustic measurement for R&D and for sustaining projects too.
- Define measurement methods, test conditions, fixtures, test setup. Support the manufacturing and maintenance team.
- Establish and maintain golden sample references, measurement limits and acceptance criteria for acoustic validation and production testing.
- Evaluate microphone capsules and alternative acoustic components and determine their suitability for existing or new products.
- Support production and suppliers with acoustic investigations, validation activities and troubleshooting.
- Contribute acoustic expertise to new product development, cost reduction, EOL/component replacement and product improvement projects.
- Manage multiple engineering activities and projects according to business priorities.
- Works and participates in a product team environment, supporting other team functions: software, mechanical, process, test, and quality engineering and works with vendors to guide the manufacture of devices to fulfil the specified requirements, to reduce cost, enhance performance, or all of them.
- Plan and execute tasks defined by the new product development and implementation project plans.

What Makes You A Strong Fit:

- BSc or MSc degree in Acoustics, Electrical Engineering, Audio Engineering, Physics or a related technical field.
- At least 5 years of experience in acoustic engineering product development.
- Strong understanding of electroacoustic principles, microphone and transducer behaviour and acoustic measurement technique.
- Intermediate English (written and verbal).

Bonus Points if You Have:

- Experience with professional microphones, microphone capsules or other professional audio products.
- Knowledge of Mentor Graphics or similar electronic hardware development environment.
- Knowledge of analogue audio electronics and the interaction between acoustic, mechanical and electrical design.
- Hands-On experience with PCBA hand soldering, assembly and modification of physical PCBA’s.
- Knowledgeable in the use of Audio Precision.
- Ability to play a musical instrument or sing.

Things To Know:

- Willingness to travel as required by project demands.
- Valid B category driving license.

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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Pay Transparency
The above represents the annual gross base salary range for this role.
Variable compensation and allowances: Dependent on the position offered, other forms of compensation may also be available, such as quarterly or annual bonus pay, commission payments, long term incentive compensation, or certain allowances. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.
How we set pay: The pay posted is a reasonable estimate of the wage range anticipated for this position. Pay is determined using objective, job-related criteria such as relevant experience, skills, role scope/responsibilities, and location-based market factors (where applicable). In appropriate circumstances, based on objective, job-related factors, the final determination on pay may deviate from the posted range.
Pay history: Please do not include current or past pay information in your application. We do not request pay history as part of our recruitment process.
Benefits: HARMAN is interested in supporting the health and wellbeing of employees and offers a range of benefits. Offerings vary by country and employment arrangement and reflect a combination of statutory requirements and company-provided programs. These may include paid time off and holidays, sick and family leave, as well as health and wellbeing support and retirement or savings plans where applicable, along with other locally relevant benefits. Further details will be made available as part of the recruitment process.

About HARMAN: Where Innovation Unleashes Next-Level Technology Ever since the 1920s, we’ve been amplifying the sense of sound. Today, that legacy endures, with integrated technology platforms that make the world smarter, safer, and more connected.
Across automotive, lifestyle, and digital transformation solutions, we create innovative technologies that turn ordinary moments into extraordinary experiences. Our renowned automotive and lifestyle solutions can be found everywhere, from the music we play in our cars and homes to venues that feature today’s most sought-after performers, while our digital transformation solutions serve humanity by addressing the world’s ever-evolving needs and demands. Marketing our award-winning portfolio under 16 iconic brands, such as JBL, Mark Levinson, and Revel, we set ourselves apart by exceeding the highest engineering and design standards for our customers, our partners and each other.
If you’re ready to innovate and do work that makes a lasting impact, join our talent community today! (https://harmanglobal.avature.net/talentcommunity)

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