Lead Engineer- VES

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Lead and manage the audio acoustics team, providing technical guidance, mentorship, and support throughout the product development lifecycle.Define and implement strategies for optimizing audio performance, sound quality, and acoustic comfort in automotive products, considering factors such as cabin noise, speaker placement, and audio signal processing.Collaborate closely with design, engineering, and manufacturing teams to establish acoustic requirements and specifications for automotive audio systems, ensuring alignment with product goals and customer expectations.Conduct research and stay up to date with the latest advancements in automotive audio acoustics, evaluating new technologies and methodologies to enhance audio system performance.Plan and execute acoustic testing and validation procedures, including in-vehicle and laboratory tests, analyzing and interpreting test data to identify and address acoustic issues or deficiencies.Work closely with suppliers and external partners to develop and integrate cutting-edge audio components and technologies into our automotive products.Collaborate with product managers to define audio-related features, enhancements, and innovations for the automotive product roadmap.Support cross-functional teams including POST SOP products in resolving audio-related issues, providing technical expertise and guidance to ensure high-quality audio experiences in our automotive products.Stay informed about industry standards and regulations related to automotive audio acoustics, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement.Automotive Audio Systems, Infotainment, DSP, Dolby Atmos, CarPlay, A2B, TDM, Amplifier Integration, Speaker Development, SRD, TSO, Acoustic Tuning, Audio ValidationProven experience in audio acoustics, specifically in the automotive industry, with a focus on automotive product development.Strong knowledge of automotive audio system design, acoustic modeling, and sound quality optimization.Proficiency in using acoustic measurement tools and software specific to the automotive industry (e.g., HEAD Acoustics ArtemiS Suite, NVH Simulator).Experience with acoustic simulation and modeling software for automotive applications (e.g., COMSOL, LMS Virtual.Lab).Proficiency in using JIRA and Component BinderFamiliarity with automotive audio testing methodologies and standards (e.g., ISO 3745, ISO 362-1).Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex acoustic issues specific to automotive environments and provide effective solutions.Strong leadership and team management abilities, with a track record of successfully leading and mentoring a team of engineers.Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present technical information to stakeholders.Added Advantage with experience in Golden Ear.

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