Working Student- Engineering Excellence and Continuous Improvement
Working Student- Engineering Excellence and Continuous Improvement
Working Student- Engineering Excellence and Continuous Improvement
Working Student- Engineering Excellence and Continuous Improvement
Harman International
Unterhaltungselektronik
Garching bei München
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Working Student- Engineering Excellence and Continuous Improvement
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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
We are looking for a motivated and detail-oriented Working Student to support the HW+ (Hardware, Mechanical, BIOS) transformational strategy within Harman Automotive. In this role, you will contribute to initiatives that continuously improve engineering efficiency and effectiveness, working on tools, processes, services, and methods that enable engineers to plan, build, test, and release high-quality hardware solutions. This is a unique opportunity to gain insight into large-scale transformation programs and play an active role in shaping the future of engineering at HARMAN.
You will be part of the HW Engineering Excellence team, reporting directly to Raul Bartolome, Director of HW Engineering Excellence. The team drives innovation and transformation across Harman Automotive, engaging with hundreds of stakeholders globally. We foster a culture of collaboration, continuous improvement, and knowledge sharing, ensuring our engineers have the right tools, methods, and frameworks to succeed
What You Will Do
As a Working Student, your responsibilities will include:
- Supporting the HW+ Effectivity Program (2024–2030 roadmap), including scoping, requirements, gap analysis, steering, and cross-functional alignment.
- Assisting in program modelling, KPI tracking, and defining future states of HW+ development.
- Contributing to key initiatives, such as:
- Knowledge Management System for lessons learned and best practices.
- Design FMEA Workstreams: methodology governance, tool development, and library maintenance.
- HW+ Components Workstreams: driving adoption of preferred and multi-source components, and supporting should-cost analysis.
- HW+ Engineering Community: supporting global knowledge-sharing activities, Q&A, surveys, and innovation exchanges.
- Shift-left Development: mapping existing tools/methods, evaluating marketplace tools, and helping define future solutions for faster, error-free development.
What You Need to Be Successful
- Enrolled student (Bachelor’s or Master’s) in Electrical Engineering, Electronics, or a related field.
- Good communication skills in English (both written and spoken).
- Basic understanding of electrical and electronic development and automotive electronic products.
- Proficiency with office tools (Excel, MS Office, MS Teams).
- Strong analytical skills, structured way of working, and eagerness to learn.
- Ability to collaborate effectively in a global, cross-functional environment.
What Makes You Eligible
- Hybrid work model required: Minimum 2–3 days per week on-site at our office in Garching, Germany.
What We Offer
- Work on real-world challenges in a high-impact innovation environment.
- Gain hands-on experience with advanced technologies and methodologies.
- Flexible working time.
- Training on the job from experts, and access to learning materials.
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!
Important Notice: Recruitment Scams
Please be aware that HARMAN recruiters will always communicate with you from an '@harman.com' email address. We will never ask for payments, banking, credit card, personal financial information or access to your LinkedIn/email account during the screening, interview, or recruitment process. If you are asked for such information or receive communication from an email address not ending in '@harman.com' about a job with HARMAN, please cease communication immediately and report the incident to us through: harmancareers@harman.com.
HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job-related performance.(www.harman.com)
