Harman

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-track 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

About the Role :

This role is crucial and vital for HARMAN’s new and future supplier development to meet the needs Harman, our customers, and the automotive industry.

As a Procurement Quality Engineering (PQE) Engineer, you will be a key technical interface with direct material suppliers and their manufacturing sites on proactive activities in the areas of process development, process set up and release.

In some cases, you will be working with non-automotive suppliers, and you will have to ensure that the supply base is built up gradually (within a certain time frame) to develop its systems and performance to meet IATF 16949 requirements and work on a plan to acquire IATF 16949 certification (if needed)

What You Will Do :

• Evaluate potential suppliers’ technical capabilities against defined criteria using the available tools, such as VDA6.3 Audit,s to ensure selection of partners who can meet the Company’s business requirements as part of the formal sourcing process.
• Carry out new supplier on-site validation audits, with supplier support and supplier Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP).
• Develop mitigation plans to address gaps and risks found during the supplier audit and manage the resolution of those plans (including on-site support, where needed) to ensure launch readiness and successful routine production.
• Evaluate and ensure alignment between the Company and supplier specifications to avoid future deviations and supply issues.
• Drive improvements in supplier capabilities while collaborating with Procurement, Best Cost Analytics, Supplier Quality Engineering, and other Company stakeholders.
• Execute Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP) with new suppliers, from supplier selection to the first component start of production and safe launch.
• Own and lead the rollout of Global Quality tools/processes/documentation within the site/supply base, including providing any training where required.
• New technology and new product launch, working with suppliers to ensure that key milestones are achieved.
• Work with Procurement, BCA, SQE, and the Engineering team to define process parameters and criteria to ensure supplier process capability is effective to meet product and process requirements.
• Keep up with current and developing manufacturing and engineering trends that concern product quality.
• You will be responsible for preparing for the VSM audit/activity at the supplier in advance and ensuring all relevant information, including cost breakdowns, process flow chart, PFMEAs, Control Plans, Inspection criteria et,c are available before the visit to the suppliers.
• You will be responsible for ensuring the supplier mapping is conducted and performed as per annual targets.
• You will also be responsible for ensuring that after supplier mapping, you will work with internal and external stakeholders to work out the future state mapping and apply all necessary and required improvements to achieve best-in-class processes and procedures.
• Together with the Procurement team you will work closely with the supplier(s )'s leadership team to ensure that actions are taken to eliminate highlighted waste from the processes to bring QCD benefits to Harman.
• Responsible for developing Lessons Learned and Best Practices in the commodity and deploying the knowledge through SQE organization.
• Drive Supplier Quality Improvement Plan (SQIP) for underperforming suppliers according to HARMAN’s Quality Management System.

What You Need to Be Successful :

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering / graduated engineer in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electronics, Quality or Chemistry.
• Minimum 5 years of working experience in quality and/or manufacturing processes.
• 3 years’ Experience in the automotive industry.
• Strong experience in quality problem solving.
• Expertise in supplier development, qualification, manufacturing, and test processes of the suppliers
• Proven experience and knowledge in Quilty core tools and standards, like IATF, VDA, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, etc.
• Proven ability to lead and achieve on-quality, on-cost, and on-time commitments.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Success in collaborating with key work partners and able to maintain relationships at the working level.
• An effective team player committed to organizational goals, fostering collaboration among team members.
• Ability in communication across cultures.
• Lean Manufacturing Training.
• SAP, MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, etc.)
• Experience in auditing suppliers for conformance to quality standards (ISO9001, IATF16949, VDA 6.3).
• Prior experience in Lean Manufacturing or Value Stream Mapping

What Makes You Eligible :

• Willingness to travel up to 30% of the time.
• Willingness to work in a HARMAN office within the USA, MX, GER, HUN, CN, IND, THAI

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

You Belong Here

HARMAN is committed to making every employee feel welcomed, valued, and empowered. No matter what role you play, we encourage you to share your ideas, voice your distinct perspective, and bring your whole self with you – all within a support-minded culture that celebrates what makes each of us unique. We also recognize that learning is a lifelong pursuit and want you to flourish. We proudly offer added opportunities for training, development, and continuing education, further empowering you to live the career you want.

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!

HARMAN is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or Protected Veterans status. HARMAN offers a great work environment, challenging career opportunities, professional training, and competitive compensation. (www.harman.com)

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