Senior Hardware Validation Engineer, HOLOPLOT
Audio & speaker technology
Open for applications
Audio & speaker technology
21-100 employees
Open for applications
21-100 employees
Company mission
To break the boundaries of audio and speaker technology.
Role
Who you are
- Has a strong background in mechanical engineering
- Is highly collaborative and hands-on
- Is comfortable acting as the primary technical bridge between an external mechanical engineering lead and mechanical engineering team (US-based) and an internal multi-disciplinary development team (electrical, acoustics, software) in Europe
- Is willing and able to travel up to 20% domestically and internationally
- Has the ability to travel to the US
- Bachelor's degree in mechanical engineering or a related technical discipline
- Proven professional experience in a hardware validation, reliability, or quality engineering role focused on physical products with strong electro-mechanical integration
- Demonstrable hands-on experience creating, managing and performing detailed hardware validation protocols
- Strong experience with building fast prototypes, validating concepts and designs as early as possible
- Strong working knowledge of DFM/DFA methodologies and how mechanical design impacts manufacturing quality and yield
- Experience with manufacturing processes such as extrusion, injection molding, die casting and additive manufacturing
- CAD software experience for mechanical design reviews, tolerance analysis, and support of manufacturing/assembly teams
- Experience with PTC Onshape is considered a strong plus
- Comfortable with CAD software for des
What the job involves
- We are seeking an experienced and proactive Hardware Validation Engineer with a strong background in mechanical engineering to be the driving force behind product reliability for our active loudspeaker systems
- Lead the validation and testing strategy for all mechanical components and full product assemblies
- Have a direct impact on product quality from the earliest prototype stages through to mass production
- Function as the main communication conduit between the external US-based mechanical engineering team and the Berlin-based development teams
- Design, develop, and execute comprehensive validation and reliability test plans for mechanical components and complete active loudspeaker products
- Perform hands-on testing on prototypes and ensure product durability and robustness by specifying and arranging dedicated test procedures (e.g., environmental, shock/vibration, life-cycle)
- Take the lead during all prototyping phases in Berlin, ensuring an intense focus on early mechanical validation and failure prevention through DFMEA and risk analyses
- Drive the definition and execution of mechanical test procedures for prototypes built on-site
- Actively participate in design reviews, critically applying DFM (Design for Manufacturability) and DFA (Design for Assembly) principles
- Provide practical, engineering-focused feedback to the design teams to optimize mechanical parts for high-volume, quality production
Our take
Audio and speaker quality can vary greatly, especially in challenging environments. HOLOPLOT solves this problem by developing cutting edge audio technology.
In a market saturated with legacy players such as Bang & Olufsen and BOSE, HOLOPLOT sets itself apart with its disruptor mindset. The company has maintained a unique focus on redesigning the underlying physics of audio products.
HOLOPLOT's speakers have already drawn considerable attention at industry conferences, testament to their market appeal. In 2024 the company was acquired by Sphere Entertainment, which supports its further growth.
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Company benefits
- Flat hierarchies and the opportunity to make an impact from day one
- A highly motivating environment where you can grow and learn
- Company pension scheme
- 30 days of annual leave, flexible working hours & flexible working-from-home policy
- Modern office located on the south end of Tempelhofer Field overlooking the old airport
- Weekly team lunch and discounted Urban 7. Sports membership
- Annual budget for individual professional development
- Relocation budget to Berlin and assistance with the visa process
Company HQ
Tempelhof, Berlin, Germany
Leadership
Roman Sick
(Advisor & Founder)Former CEO of the company. Previously founded food retail startup Jung & Sick, and was Senior Manager of Operations at Rocket Internet. Was also a Consultant at FreightHub.
Dominik Unützer
(CEO)Joined the company in 2019 as an Advisor. Was then COO, and became CEO in 2024. Previously Founder and MD at AMAZD, Co-Founder/ Co-CEO at EatFirst, and COO at Hello Fresh International.
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