Working Student- Engineering Excellence and Continuous Improvement

A Career at HARMAN
As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you'll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

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.

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. 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.

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