Advanced Engineer, Transducer

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-tracking 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

We are seeking a highly motivated Mechanical & Transducer Engineer to join our Global Transducer Engineering team. The successful candidate will be responsible for the design, development, validation, and optimization of loudspeakers and transducer systems for automotive audio applications. This role requires strong mechanical & Transducer engineering fundamentals, hands-on product development experience, and close collaboration with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and high-performance audio solutions.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Lead and support transducer development activities from concept generation through production launch.
• Design and develop loudspeaker components and assemblies, including motor systems, diaphragms, suspensions, baskets, enclosures, and sealing systems.
• Perform mechanical feasibility studies, tolerance analysis, DFMEA, DRBFM, and design reviews.
• Optimize designs for performance, reliability, manufacturability, cost, and quality.
• Define and execute Design Verification Plans (DVP) and validation activities.
• Analyze test results and implement corrective actions to resolve performance or reliability issues.
• Support acoustic, thermal, vibration, and durability assessments of transducer systems.
• Conduct root cause investigations and lead problem-solving activities using structured methodologies.
• Utilize CAD and simulation tools to develop and validate mechanical designs.
• Perform FEA analysis for structural, vibration, and durability evaluations.
• Support simulation-based optimization of loudspeaker and transducer performance.
• Work closely with Acoustic, Software, Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, and Program Management teams.
• Interface with suppliers and customers to review designs, technical requirements, and validation results.
• Support RFQ, development, VAVE, and production activities.
• Prepare and maintain engineering documentation including: CAD models and drawings Bills of Materials (BOM) DFMEA / PFMEA DVP&R Validation reports Technical presentations and engineering change documentation.

What Makes You A Strong Fit

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 5-8 years of experience in loudspeaker, transducer, or electromechanical product development.
• Strong understanding of mechanical design principles, material selection, and manufacturing processes.
• Experience with injection-molded plastic, sheet metal, die-cast, rubber, foam, and adhesive applications.
• Proficiency in CAD tools such as CATIA V5, Siemens NX, or similar.
• Knowledge of GD&T, tolerance stack-up analysis, and DFM/DFA principles.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a global cross-functional environment.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Master’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in transducer design and development.
• Experience in transducer manufacturing operations and production processes.
• Strong attention to detail with demonstrated ability to translate theoretical concepts into practical implementations.
• Background in automotive speaker design and development.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a global cross-functional environment.

Things To Know

• Be willing to travel up to 15%, domestically and internationally.
• Be willing to work in the R&D Center in Suzhou.

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

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard torace, 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.