Hardware Engineer

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

We are looking for a highly motivated and detail-oriented Hardware Engineer to join our Value Management (VM) organization within the Intelligent Cockpit SBU. This role sits at the core of execution, driving value creation through hands-on engagement in VM workshops and continuous development of the ideation pipeline.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams to identify, evaluate, and mature cost optimization opportunities across IVI/CDC programs. By applying value engineering principles at the product and component level, you will play a key role in translating ideas into actionable solutions that deliver measurable cost, quality, and performance improvements. This position offers a unique opportunity to directly influence product competitiveness while building strong technical and business acumen.

Your Team

Operates within a cross-functional organizational model with no direct reports. Success in the role relies on strong collaboration and influence across diverse teams and disciplines.

What You Will Do

• Lead and facilitate cross-functional VM (VAVE) workshops for RFQs and awarded programs, driving structured ideation and actionable outcomes

• Own and manage the VM ideation pipeline, ensuring continuous flow, prioritization, and tracking of value ideas from creation to implementation

• Analyze system architecture, HW blocks, and mechanical concepts to identify cost optimization opportunities while maintaining product performance and quality

• Collaborate closely with hardware and mechanical engineering, system architecture, procurement, and program teams to validate feasibility and drive implementation of ideas

• Perform technical investigations and design change verifications of analog and digital hardware functional blocks during technical feasibility analysis stages

• Support RFQ/RFX activities by contributing cost-saving ideas and strengthening BOM competitiveness through targeted value engineering inputs

• Drive data-driven decision making by maintaining accurate tracking of savings, pipeline maturity, and implementation status across programs

• Promote reuse of proven ideas and HW blocks across projects to accelerate cost optimization and improve time to market

• Actively contributes to continuous improvement of VM processes, workshop methodologies, and tools to enhance overall effectiveness and efficiency

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or Electrical Engineering; an advanced degree is a plus.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in hardware design or component engineering, Value Management or related disciplines such as VAVE, cost engineering (electronic systems), within the automotive or technology sectors.

• Understanding of automotive electronics requirements and technologies and the end-to-end value chain.

• Basic knowledge of CAD tools for schematic/PCB layout realization and electrical circuits simulation (e.g., Mentor Graphics, Spice).

• Experience in using laboratory tools and hardware bench testing.

• Proven ability to lead technical presentations and facilitate workshops with both internal teams and external partners.

• Strong analytical skills with proficiency in data analysis, KPI tracking, and relevant software tools.

• Ability to clearly explain complex technical issues and justify technical decisions.

• Fluent in English with strong communication skills and the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.

What is Nice to Have

• Basic experience with worst-case calculations tools (e.g., Mathcad).

• Basic knowledge of commonly used interfaces in infotainment systems (e.g., I2C, CAN, LIN, PCIe, UART, USB, etc).

• Automotive Tier1 RFQ experience.

• Experience with Automotive Infotainment/Intelligent-Cockpit products and projects.

• Project management and organizational capabilities, with a track record of managing multiple priorities effectively.