EMI/EMC Simulation Engineer (m/f/d)

About The Role

We are hiring an EMI/EMC Simulation Engineer to build and lead an enterprise‑grade virtual EMI/EMC capability that reduces reliance on late‑stage physical chamber design validation and accelerates first‑time pass for complex automotive electronics. The position requires deep physics knowledge, pragmatic simplification skills, and strong cross‑functional leadership across EE design, mechanical, systems, firmware, test labs, and suppliers.

What You Will Do

• Own the virtual EMI/EMC roadmap: define modeling architecture and V3 workflows for Conducted Emissions (CE), Radiated Emissions (RE), Conducted Immunity (BCI), and Radiated Immunity (RI) across product lines.
• Build a scalable hybrid simulation workflow by partitioning problems across quasi‑static extraction, PEEC/MTL cable modeling, full‑wave 3D EM, and circuit co‑simulation, selecting the appropriate physics fidelity for each frequency band and geometry scale.
• Translate software operating modes into EM‑realistic sources: develop mode libraries and convert them into calibrated per‑rail current spectra/time waveforms and switching‑node stimuli.
• Lead correlation and validation campaigns: design experiments, quantify model accuracy, and establish acceptance criteria and governance.
• Establish cross‑SBU modeling standards: mesh guidelines, uncertainty budgets, parameter sweeps/DOE, Monte Carlo plans; document best practices and train the broader team.
• Provide actionable EMC guidance during architecture, schematic, layout, and mechanical integration to prevent issues before prototype builds.
• Drive toolchain integration and automation in PLM and manage compute strategy.
• Partner with test labs and suppliers to align virtual models with real fixtures and ensure vendor component models are fit for simulation.

What You Need To Be Successful

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or a related field.
• 5+ years of professional experience in simulation engineering, with at least 3 years focused on EMI/EMC simulations for automotive electronics.
• Deep EM fundamentals: expert understanding of Maxwell‑based EM, full‑wave vs. special cases, coupling mechanisms, CM/DM conversion, resonance, radiation, and shielding effectiveness.
• Demonstrated track record of leading technical projects, preferably in regulated industries such as automotive, aerospace, or healthcare.
• Experience working in cross‑functional and global teams, driving alignment between technical and business objectives.
• Proficiency with at least one major tool stack: Ansys AEDT or Siemens EDA.
• Solid understanding of automotive development processes and standards such as CISPR 25, ISO 11452, ASPICE.
• Strong leadership and communication skills to guide teams, engage executives, and translate technical concepts into business value.

Bonus Points if You Have

• Experience simulating EMC at system/vehicle level and deploying design‑to‑validation workflows in production organizations.
• Expertise in nonlinear EMC phenomena and co‑simulation: TVS/ESD behavior, ferrite saturation, SMPS mode transitions, and mapping induced disturbances to software‑defined criteria.
• Experience building model libraries (connectors, CMCs, ferrites, absorbers) and post‑processing tools that emulate compliance receivers.
• HPC/GPU acceleration experience for EM workloads and best practices for model version control, automation, and traceability.

What Makes You Eligible

• Fluency in German and English, both spoken and written.
• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally on an as‑needed basis (up to 20%).
• Willingness to relocate to the primary office location.

What We Offer

• A diverse and inclusive work environment that fosters career development, professional training, and competitive market‑based compensation.
• Employee discounts on Harman’s Consumer Audio (JBL, AKG, HARMAN Kardon) and Samsung products.
• Flexible work schedule with a culture encouraging work‑life integration and collaboration in a global friendly environment.
• Attractive salary package based on the Metall & Elektro Tarif Baden Württemberg and an employer contribution toward a company pension plan.
• Professional development opportunities through HARMAN University’s business and leadership academies, including extensive technical training.
• Internal talent management leadership acceleration programs.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.

Equal Opportunity Employer

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. HARMAN strives to hire the best qualified candidates and is committed to building a workforce representative of the diverse marketplaces and communities of our global colleagues and customers. 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. HARMAN attracts, hires, and develops employees based on merit, qualifications and job‑related performance.