Principal Hardware Engineer - Luxury Audio

Harman International Industries; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio technology company in Cambridge, UK, seeks a Principal Hardware Engineer for its Luxury Audio department. The role involves designing and developing advanced audio electronics, leading projects, and mentoring engineers. Candidates should have 16+ years of experience, a degree in Electrical Engineering, and expertise in audio circuit design. This position offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Flexible work schedule

Professional development opportunities

Employee discounts on audio products

Qualifications

• Minimum of 16 years' experience in high-performance consumer audio systems.
• Extensive experience with analog and digital circuit design for audio applications.
• Proficiency in CAD software for schematic capture and PCB layout.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of advanced audio electronics for high-end systems.
• Create schematics and layouts for audio circuits.
• Conduct testing and optimization of electronic circuits.

Skills

Audio circuit design

Problem-solving

Signal processing

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Altium

Job description

Overview

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. HARMAN is committed to providing 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.

Have you heard of JBL, Arcam, Mark Levinson, Revel or Harman/Kardon, some of the world\'s leading audio brands? The market we are leading in is fast paced, fun and dynamic.

The consumer audio industry is fast paced, fun and dynamic and you will join our Luxury Audio department based in Cambridge, UK, in the position of:

Principal Hardware Engineer - Luxury Audio

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 ARCAM
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role:

As a Senior Principal Hardware Engineer within the Luxury Audio Engineering Group, you will join our team of world-class engineers who share an extraordinary passion for impeccable sound and dedication to raising the bar for high-end consumer audio. You will have a profound understanding of audio electronics and possess exceptional problem-solving abilities. This role will be pivotal in designing, developing, and refining cutting-edge audio equipment, ensuring that our products continue to lead the market in quality and performance.

What You Will Do:

• Lead the design and development of advanced audio electronics for high-end 2 channel HiFi & multi-channel immersive audio systems.
• Create detailed schematics and layouts for audio circuits, including amplifiers, preamplifiers, DACs, and power supplies.
• Conduct rigorous testing and optimization of electronic circuits to achieve superior audio performance and reliability.
• Oversee multiple projects from concept through to production ensuring milestones and deadlines are met.
• Drive innovation in audio electronics by staying up to date with the latest technological advancements and industry trends.
• Ensure all designs meet stringent quality, compliance, and performance standards.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to fellow engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Bachelor\'s degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent work experience in a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 16 years\' experience working in high-performance consumer audio systems and the related competitive market.
• Extensive experience with analog and digital circuit design for audio applications.
• Proficiency in CAD software for schematic capture and PCB layout (Preferably Altium).
• Deep understanding of signal processing, audio measurement techniques and acoustic principles.
• Knowledge of high-resolution audio formats and streaming technologies.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance standards and certifications related to audio electronics.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Attention to detail and a passion for achieving excellence in audio quality.

Bonus Points if You Have:

• Active participation in the audio engineering community, with published papers or patents in the field.
• Experience using logic and circuit simulation and analysis tools.
• Experience with DSP programming and NXP processors, including Free RTOS.

What Makes You Eligible:

• Be willing to travel up to 10%, domestic and international travel.
• Be willing to work in an office in Cambridge, UK.
• Due to the nature of global infrastructure, you understand that flexibility in working hours is required.

What We Offer:

• 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 a positive work-life balance.
• On-site opportunities to focus on personal well-being and development 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.
• The opportunity to work on complex problems and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class HARMAN audio products including JBL and Harman/Kardon.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.