At Tata Technologies we make product development dreams a reality by designing, engineering and validating the products of tomorrow for the world’s leading manufacturers. Due to our continued growth we are now recruiting for a Project Engineer – Audio Systems to be based at our customer’s site in Oxford .
Our Embedded Systems Solutions department (ESS) encompasses all activities outlined under the Automotive SPICE (ASPICE) process framework, including systems engineering, software engineering, coding, and all levels of functional testing. Beyond core development, ESS also integrates critical supporting processes such as project management, risk assessment, functional safety, and cybersecurity, ensuring compliance with ASPICE standards and delivering reliable, secure, and high-quality embedded systems & solutions.
The Role:
We areseekinga ProjectEngineer to own thevehicle-level audio system architecture, performance, and validationfor automotive platforms. This roleis responsible fordefining and delivering premium in-vehicle audio experiences across vehicle lines, working closely with infotainment, electrical, acoustics, mechanical, manufacturing, and quality teams, as well as leading Tier-1 supplier technical execution. The position includes strong ownership ofDFMEA and DVP&R activities, ensuring audio system performance, robustness, and production readiness.
Area of Responsibility
- Own thevehicle audio system architectureacross multiple vehicle platforms and programs
- Define system requirements and performance targets forhead units, amplifiers, speakers, microphones, and audio networks
- Develop audio system concepts considering vehicle class, brand sound signature, cost, packaging, and manufacturing constraints
- Define interfaces between head unit, external amplifiers, speakers, microphones, antennas (where applicable), and vehicle networks
Vehicle Integration & Sound Performance
- Leadvehicle-level integrationof audio components including speaker placement, amplifier location, wiring, and grounding
- Define and tunevehicle sound performance, including frequency response, loudness, distortion, imaging, and sound stage
- Work closely with DSP, infotainment software, and tuning teams to deliver target audio performance
- Address vehicle-level issues such as buzz, squeak & rattle (BSR), noise coupling, ground loops, and thermal effects
DFMEA, DVP & Validation
- LeadDFMEAfor audio systems and components;identifyrisks related to sound performance, reliability, and manufacturability
- Own and approveDVP&R / DVPplans for audio systems atcomponent, subsystem, and vehicle levels
- Review and approve validation results including acoustic, electrical, environmental, and durability testing
- Support DV/PV, vehicle sign-off, and production readiness reviews
- Act as thetechnical interface to Tier-1 audio suppliers(speakers, amplifiers, microphones, head units)
- Review and approve supplier designs, DFMEAs, DVP results, tuning proposals, and engineering changes
- Support sourcing decisions, technical benchmarking, and supplier nomination
- Drive technical issue resolution and continuous improvement with suppliers
Cross-Functional Leadership
- Collaborate with infotainment, electrical, mechanical, acoustics, NVH, manufacturing, quality, and brand teams
- Participate in system design reviews, vehicle milestones, and program gateways
- Define andmaintainOEM audio standards, sound quality targets, and best practices
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical leadership within the audio domain
Knowledge / Experience
· Strong experience inautomotive audio systemsincluding speakers, amplifiers, microphones, and head units
· Proven experience withvehicle-level audio system integration and tuningwithin an OEM environment
· Solid understanding ofaudio engineering fundamentals: acoustics, psychoacoustics, DSP basics, and system tuning
· Demonstrated ownership ofDFMEA and DVP&Rin an automotive development lifecycle
· Experience with audio measurement tools and techniques (e.g., microphones,analyzers, vehicle acoustic measurements)
· Ability toanalyzeand interpret sound quality and objective measurement data
· Experience working with and technically leadingTier-1 suppliers
· Strong communicationand cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Skills
· Experience withpremium or branded audio systems(e.g., multi-channel, surround, immersive audio)
· Knowledge ofDSP tuning tools, equalization, time alignment, and dynamic processing
· Familiarity withvehicle NVH, BSR, and acoustic material interactions
· Experience withvoice, hands-free, ANC, or road noise cancellation systems
· Understanding of automotive development processes (APQP, DV/PV, PPAP, change management)
· Experience supporting global vehicle programs and multiple regional sound regulations
· Bachelor’s or master’sdegree in electrical engineering, Audio Engineering, Acoustics, or a related field
In return for bringing your expertise to our business we offer a competitive salary along with excellent benefits including:
· Pension Scheme – We match employee contribution up to 5% of salary
· Tata Jaguar Land Rover Privilege Scheme – up to 20% off new JLR vehicles
· Health Assured – Employee Assistance Program
· Health Shield – Private Health Cash Plan
If you are passionate about bringing innovation to the projects you work on and want to join a global company, then this is the place for you.
Tata Technologies: Engineering a better world.
Tata Technologies would like to thank all applicants for their interest, each application will be reviewed against the set criteria for the role. We would like to advise that only candidates under consideration will be contacted. If you do not hear from us within 10 working days following the closing date it will mean that unfortunately your application has not been successful. We will however retain your details for any suitable future opportunities.
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