Product Development Engineer, Audio Control Module

• Define technical specifications, design, develop, and validate high-performance automotive AM, FM, HD, SiriusXM, and DAB tuners and audio controllers from concept through production
• Collaborate with hardware engineers, software developers, suppliers, and other internal and external stakeholders to integrate audio controller solutions into vehicle systems
• Integrate audio controllers with other vehicle systems to ensure compatibility and optimal performance
• Manage suppliers through product design and release, including commercial kickoff, project timing, change control, platform readiness, DV, build support, issue resolution, software delivery, Production Validation, and post-launch product support
• Perform initial audio system issue triage using CAN tools for launching and forward models, focusing on externally supplied ECUs and DSP amplifiers
• Develop engineering documentation including system specifications, standards, Design FMEA, reliability methods, testing protocols, and validation results
• Conduct testing and validation to ensure audio controllers meet performance and operational standards
• Collaborate with audio technology subject matter experts and provide corporate support for competitive assessments, troubleshooting, program delivery, and continuous improvement
• Monitor advancements in audio technologies, automotive audio trends, and software development techniques to drive innovation

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field
• 1+ year of experience in the development, implementation, and maintenance of automotive audio amplifiers
• 1+ year of experience with product development methodologies, including Agile, and development tools like Jira and Confluence
• 1+ year of experience integrating amplifiers into vehicle systems
• Knowledge of automotive communication protocols such as CAN and A2B and associated tools such as CANoe
• 1+ year of experience using simulation and analysis tools for amplifier development and evaluation, including Python
• Solid understanding of audio signal processing and acoustic measurement techniques
• Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States
• Visa sponsorship is not available

Demonstrates expertise in developing and validating automotive audio systems, including amplifiers and tuners, while collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams. Proficient in utilizing automotive communication protocols and simulation tools to ensure optimal performance and integration within vehicle systems.

• Automotive Audio Amplifier Development
• Integration of Amplifiers into Vehicle Systems
• Knowledge of CAN and A2B Protocols
• Experience with Agile Methodologies
• Proficiency in Python for Simulation and Analysis

• Audio Signal Processing
• Acoustic Measurement Techniques
• Design FMEA
• Testing Protocols
• Validation Results Documentation
• Project Management
• Issue Resolution
• Software Delivery
• Production Validation
• Development Tools

• Collaboration
• Problem-Solving
• Communication

• Automotive Audio Systems
• High-Performance Tuners
• Audio Controllers
• Supplier Management
• Continuous Improvement

• Jira
• Confluence
• CANoe
• Simulation Tools