Automotive Audio Systems Engineer (Hybrid)

MOBIS North America; Plymouth (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mobis North America is seeking an Automotive Audio Systems Engineer to design, develop, integrate, tune, and validate premium in-vehicle audio systems. You will collaborate with OEMs and suppliers, and work with acoustics, software, and product teams to deliver high-quality sound while meeting cost, timing, and quality targets.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in engineering and 0–2 years of experience in automotive audio or related fields, with hands-on experience in DSP, measurements, and

Qualifications

• 0-2 years of experience in automotive audio, acoustics, infotainment, or speaker system development.
• Knowledge of loudspeaker design, amplifiers, DSP algorithms, audio networking, and vehicle acoustics.
• Experience with audio measurement and analysis tools
• Experience in evaluating, tuning, and validating vehicle audio systems, combined with strong collaboration, customer communication, project management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills
• Understanding of vehicle communication networks including CAN, Ethernet.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to customer locations, suppliers, and vehicle test sites as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate automotive audio systems including amplifiers, speakers, microphones, digital signal processing (DSP), and active noise control technologies.
• Perform vehicle audio tuning, equalization (EQ), time alignment, and sound optimization to achieve target listening experiences.
• Conduct acoustic measurements and analysis using industry-standard tools and equipment.
• Support OEM vehicle programs throughout concept, development, validation, and launch phases.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to ensure proper integration of audio components.
• Evaluate and benchmark competitor audio systems and emerging audio technologies.
• Develop test plans, validation reports, engineering specifications, and design recommendations.
• Support prototype builds, vehicle evaluations, customer demonstrations, and technical reviews.

Skills

Loudspeaker design

DSP algorithms

Audio networking

Vehicle acoustics

Measurement tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Acoustic Engineering, Audio Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Tools

MATLAB

Python

DSP tuning software

Job description

Description

Description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

MOBIS Technical Center of North America is the Research & Development Center for Hyundai MOBIS, a Tier 1 supplier and an affiliate under Hyundai Motor Group. MOBIS produces and supplies a wide variety of automotive components to customers including component modules (chassis, cockpit and front-end module), core system, eco-friendly and DAS-mechatronics. Mobis delivers the design and development of advanced engineering, autonomous driving, infotainment, component modules, safety, brake and steering systems, lamp, IPS/electronics and software development solutions that consider the safety and convenience of our customers as well as the future.

Role Overview

The Automotive Audio Systems Engineer is responsible for design, development, integration, tuning, and validation of premium in-vehicle audio systems. This role works closely with vehicle manufacturers, suppliers, acoustics specialists, software engineers, and product development teams to deliver exceptional sound performance while meeting customer, cost, timing, and quality requirements.

Requirements

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Typical responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

• Develop and validate automotive audio systems including amplifiers, speakers, microphones, digital signal processing (DSP), and active noise control technologies.
• Perform vehicle audio tuning, equalization (EQ), time alignment, and sound optimization to achieve target listening experiences.
• Conduct acoustic measurements and analysis using industry-standard tools and equipment.
• Support OEM vehicle programs throughout concept, development, validation, and launch phases.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineering teams to ensure proper integration of audio components.
• Evaluate and benchmark competitor audio systems and emerging audio technologies.
• Develop test plans, validation reports, engineering specifications, and design recommendations.
• Support prototype builds, vehicle evaluations, customer demonstrations, and technical reviews.
• Interface directly with OEM customers and suppliers to coordinate technical discussions, requirements, and issue resolution.
• Stay current with industry trends including immersive audio, active sound management, EV acoustics, and connected vehicle technologies.

Education/Certification/Years Of Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Acoustic Engineering, Audio Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Required Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• 0-2 years of experience in automotive audio, acoustics, infotainment, or speaker system development.
• Knowledge of loudspeaker design, amplifiers, DSP algorithms, audio networking, and vehicle acoustics.
• Experience with audio measurement and analysis tools
• Experience in evaluating, tuning, and validating vehicle audio systems, combined with strong collaboration, customer communication, project management, problem-solving, and continuous improvement skills
• Understanding of vehicle communication networks including CAN, Ethernet.
• Strong problem-solving, troubleshooting, and communication skills.
• Ability to travel to customer locations, suppliers, and vehicle test sites as required.

Additional Preferred Skills / Experience

• Experience with premium automotive audio brands and OEM development processes.
• Knowledge of active noise cancellation (ANC), engine sound enhancement (ASE), and immersive audio technologies.
• Familiarity with MATLAB, Python, DSP tuning software, and automotive systems engineering processes.
• Experience with Hyundai/Kia, GM, Ford, Stellantis, Toyota, or other global automotive OEM programs

Physical Demands

• Position requires occasional or frequent moderate physical activity.

Expected Hours Of Work

• A typical work week is 45 hours/week.
• Working hours for employees are flexible with a typical day starting 7am- 9am M-F.

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a standard office environment, engineering lab, and vehicle testing settings.
• The role does not typically expose the employee to hazardous or unpleasant elements.

Travel

• Occasional international travel
• Frequent local travel

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Candidate Sponsorship

Mobis does not provide immigration related sponsorship for this role. Do not apply for this role if you will need Mobis immigration sponsorship now or in the future. This includes direct company sponsorship, entry of Mobis as the immigration employer of record on a government form and any work authorization requiring a written submission or other immigration support from the company. (e.g., H-1B, OPT, STEM OPT, CPT, TN, J-1, etc.)

Ada Disclaimer

Mobis North America is committed to working with and offering reasonable accommodation to job applicants with disabilities. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to disability for any part of the employment process, please contact us at: [e-mail]

Eeo Statement

Mobis North America is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This company will provide equal opportunity to all individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status. Information collected regarding categories as provided by law will in no way affect the decision regarding an employment application.

Mobis North America will not discharge or in any manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with Mobis North America legal duty to furnish information.