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 youll discover that at HARMAN you can grow make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.
About the Role
Harman Professional is seeking a talented highly motivated and dynamic mechanical engineer to join our product development team. As the Mechanical Engineer you will oversee the research development and design of the engineering loudspeaker systems projects throughout all phases of the product design lifecycle. You will also be designing for various materials and processes such as plastic injection/compression molding die casting metal machining metal forming/stamping and welded assemblies utilizing extensive material finishing and cosmetic treatments. The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical skills advanced mechanical engineering experience and a good understanding of professional loudspeaker systems while being a selfstarter managing multiple tasks and working with minimal supervision. This is an opportunity to join an elite product development team.
What You Will Do
- Design and develop complex mechanical systems components and assemblies for loudspeaker cabinets transducers suspension components brackets and fixtures among others.
- Research design options and perform DOE studies to determine potential design feasibility or application. Explore new and existing materials and methods to solve design and/or cost challenges
- Create and implement suitable tests to verify designs meet mechanical requirements including applicable international safety regulatory aspects. Prepare and present technical reports.
- Perform structural thermal analyses and topology optimization of components and assemblies using finite element analysis (FEA) software
- Conduct indepth tolerance analysis and apply GD&T at subassembly and full system level
What You Need
- Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent technical degree with 4 years related engineering experience
- Proficiency in the use of design and analytical tools such as 3D CAD modeling and simulation tools for the design of complex mechanical structures
- Familiarity with standard fabrication welding and machining practices
- Thorough understanding of fundamental mechanical engineering principles with strong analytical organizational and communication skills
- Work as a selfstarter manage multiple tasks and work with minimal supervision in a collaborative multidisciplined team environment
What is Nice to Have
- Structural engineering knowledge for rigging and suspension system design
- Previous experience in loudspeaker design/manufacturing
- Experience designing components for injection molding die casting woodworking sheet metal stamping CNC machining compression molding hot/cold forging etc. utilizing Solidworks
- Experience working with suppliers and inregion teams to define and refine tooling fixtures and assembly capabilities
- Familiarity with drawing standards such as ASME Y14.100 and ASME Y14.5.
What Makes You Eligible
- Willingness to work in an office in Northridge CA.
- Willingness to travel to other Harman locations in the US and internationally.
- Willingness to submit to a background screen and a drug test.
What We Offer
- Competitive wellness benefits and 401K Savings Retirement plan.
- An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities.
- Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging worklife integration and collaboration in a global environment.
- Professional development opportunities through HARMAN Universitys business and leadership academies.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Access to employee discounts on worldclass HARMAN products (JBL Harman/Kardon etc.).
- Be Brilliant employee recognition and rewards program.
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$ 94500 $ 138600
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.