Harman

Your Team

• This position currently has 12 direct reports (Validation Tools Engineers).

What You Will Do

• This position is responsible for management of the development of test strategy / interface tools for Harman automotive products including amplifiers, loudspeaker, microphones, AHU & displays.  The position will work closely with the HW Validation & Certification Global teams and Engineering to ensure test strategy and interface tools that fully validate our products.

• Manage the design of automated solutions to improve efficiencies of the System Infrastructure global organization.
• Support and mentor team members on the use of automated tools and developing new measurements for automated testers.
• Drive test strategies and plans in accordance with business and product requirements.
• Develop innovative ways to expose and test automotive audio components.
• Gives guidance and direction to System Infrastructure engineers within group.
• Identifies and implements cost-effective HW validation solutions.
• Follows System Infrastructure guidelines for creating and maintaining documentation.
• Provides technical support for the resolution of various customer and interdepartmental issues on an as needed basis. 
• Designs, documents and facilitates the assembly of test racks utilizing commercial off-the-shelf equipment and internally designed components, where needed.
• Provides and ensures training and continuous development for the System Infrastructure team members as well as appraises the performance of subordinates and recommends the appropriate development plans.
• Plans project development for the team.  Drives execution according to the plans.
• Develops tracks and drives team metrics.
• Manages the tools development team including the assignment and tracking of individual goals.
• Conducts performance individual reviews.

What you need

• Integrity.
• Innovation.
• Inclusion.
• Teamwork & Respect.
• Excellence.
• 10+ years in a product engineering or test strategy development role, preferably in automotive infotainment or consumer electronics.
• 5 years of team management
• Demonstrated experience functioning in a highly collaborative, demanding, and fast-paced environment.
• Working knowledge of shell scripting and integrating multiple systems into a complete validation solution.
• Working knowledge of multiple scripting languages (C, C++, VB, LabView, TestStand, etc.).
• Vehicle networking experience (CAN, MOST).
• Exemplary verbal and written communication skills.
• Creative problem-solver capable of creating and reproducing software bugs.
• Dedicated performer with the ability to advocate appropriately for product quality.
• Relentless learner with a dedication to learn new technologies and test methods.
• Capable project management and time management skills.
• Bug tracking tools (JIRA, etc.,).
• Configuration Management tools (Perforce, GIT, etc.,).
• Office productivity software.
• Bachelor of Science of Electrical / Mechatronic Engineering.

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel 5-10% domestic and international.
• Willingness to work in person, at our Environmental Lab, based in Qro
• Successfully complete a background investigation and drug screen as a condition of employment

What We Offer

• 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
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.

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