SC24 - Infotainment / Audio Design Engineer

Role Overview:

What you'll doBecome part of an iconic brand that is set to revolutionize the range extender EV pick-up truck & rugged SUV marketplace by achieving the following:

• Be responsible for the electrical hardware design of all infotainment audio components including speakers and audio amplifiers. You will cover from clean sheet of paper through virtual development, testing/sign-off and manufacturing launch for all-electric pick-up and rugged SUVs.
• Work with Purchasing and Finance counterparts to develop technical specifications in support of the quoting and sourcing process.
• Work with Tier 1 suppliers, key VW Group module owners, and VW Group lead design & release engineers to release all appropriate IID infotainment audio components.
• Be part of a diverse team fostering a collaborative and high-performance culture, promoting continuous learning and professional development among team members.
• Perform virtual and physical verification testing, including field testing.
• Participate in DFMEA, ISO 26262, Worst Case Circuit Analysis and any other engineering activities aimed at meeting the highest engineering standards for all the components under your responsibility.
• Ensure designs conform to safety standards and U.S. government regulations.
• Proactively stay attuned to consumer experience and propose system improvements accordingly.
• Contribute to the design of production facilities for trucks & SUVs.
• Manage supplier resources efficiently to deliver components and systems that
• meet cost, timing, and quality targets.

What you'll bring

We expect all to have integrity, curiosity, resourcefulness, and strive to exhibit a positive attitude, as well as a growth mindset. You'll be comfortable with change and flexible in a fast-paced, high-growth environment. You'll take a collaborative approach to achieve ambitious goals.

Here's what else you'll bring:

• Bachelor's or master's degree in electrical engineering, or combined electrical engineering, systems engineering, or a relevant field.
• 15+ years of experience in the infotainment audio component areas with relevant automotive assignments covering all phases of product development (design, test, and launch).
• Knowledge of infotainment software stacks and System-On-Chip as they pertain to the design of the infotainment control head.
• Strong technical skills and expertise in infotainment systems, employing a six-sigma approach to engineering design and problem-solving.
• Familiarity with computer-aided engineering (CAE) or direct experience in this field.
• Understanding of infotainment system interactions with chassis, drive, OBD, communications and audio systems.
• Ability to build strong working relationships with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Practical knowledge of infotainment system validation and verification processes and tools.
• VW group experience desirable