Harman

Do you want to work for some of the world’s leading audio brands? Become a part of the HARMAN team and get to work for JBL and Harman/Kardon. 

By joining HARMAN, you'll dive headfirst into the exciting world of headphones, portable speakers, party boxes and other audio technologies, and contribute to the success of Harman Lifestyle EMEA business. The consumer audio industry is fast paced, fun and dynamic and we’re looking for someone who is proactive, loves to work with a lot of different stakeholders from all over Europe and has creative ideas.

You will join our Global Design department based in Amsterdam, The Netherlands in the position of: 

Parametric Designer and 3D CAD Expert

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 Revel.
• 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:

We are looking for an adventurous, passionate, and highly skilled Parametric Designer & CAD Specialist to join our design team in Amsterdam, The Netherlands. The right candidate loves music as much as we do and thrives at the intersection of creativity and technology. You will collaborate closely with industrial designers, engineers, and acoustic specialists to develop parametric models and advanced CAD solutions that bring bold ideas to life for Harman’s iconic brands, including JBL, Harman Kardon, and AKG.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of music and consumer electronics design by building adaptable, data-driven design systems that push the limits of form, function, and manufacturing innovation.
 

What You Will Do:

The right candidate loves music as we do, brings a fresh perspective on design & innovation and has the ability to understand and translate latest fashion, interior and cultural design trends into iconic product experiences for Harman’s iconic brands, including JBL, Harman Kardon and AKG.

You will take a lead role with hands-on responsibilities working in a very fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You understand that great design can amplify the lives of real people and how this builds a strong brand.
 

What You Will Do:

• Collaborate with industrial designers to translate design intent into scalable parametric CAD models.
• Develop and manage rule-based, generative design workflows (Grasshopper, Rhino, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, Dynamo, etc.).
• Produce precise 2D and 3D CAD files for prototyping and production.
• Use scripting (Python, C#, VB, or similar) to automate repetitive tasks and streamline design workflows.
• Support the team with digital simulations, rendering, and visualization to validate performance, ergonomics, and acoustics.
• Work with cross-disciplinary teams (design, engineering, CMF, manufacturing, UI/UX) to ensure feasibility and brand alignment.
• Prototype and test designs using in-house and external fabrication resources, including 3D printing, CNC, and rapid prototyping.
• Contribute to innovation initiatives, exploring new digital tools, generative methods, and fabrication processes.

What You Need to Be Successful:

• Love for design, music, and technology.
• At least 3 years of experience in parametric design, CAD modeling, or computational design for consumer products.
• Advanced skills in CAD software (Rhino, SolidWorks, Fusion 360, CATIA, or similar).
• Proficiency with parametric and generative design tools (Grasshopper).
• Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding, sheet metal, CNC, 3D printing).
• Experience with rendering and visualization tools (KeyShot, V-Ray, Adobe Creative Suite).
• Ability to clearly communicate technical and design concepts across teams.
• Strong collaborative working style, with maturity in communication and problem-solving.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Industrial Design, Computational Design, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced, global team environment.
• Fluent in written and spoken English.

Bonus Points if You Have:

• Experience in music technology, audio products, or consumer electronics.

• Background in acoustics, product ergonomics, or performance-driven design.

  Familiarity with CMF integration and documentation.

  Skills in generative design, AI-driven optimization, or custom tool development.

  A portfolio showcasing complex parametric systems and CAD mastery.

What Makes You Eligible:

• Willingness to travel.
• Willingness to work at our Amsterdam office.

What We Offer

• A flexible work schedule where you will be able to work from home up to 40% and the remaining days in a fantastic new office at Houthavens, Amsterdam.
• You are going to work in an international team within a friendly global working atmosphere.
• HARMAN offers a diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters and encourages career development opportunities, professional training and competitive market base compensation plus a 13th month salary, 28 holidays per year.
• You will also receive a highly valued commuter travel package, a EUR 100,- environment allowance when commuting via public transport or bike. Additionally, we provide an interesting collective health insurance scheme, pension and top-notch employee discounts on world class HARMAN/Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG etc.)
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies.
• Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• A unique opportunity to contribute to drive revenue growth and nurture strategic trust-based relationships.

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