Acoustics Engineer

JOB TITLE: Acoustic Design Engineer

This position supports the continuing growth of Our clients core audio business. This position works closely with the

New Product Development team. Also collaborates with mechanical engineers to translate design into detailed

mechanical drawings. Coordinates with Industrial Design team to ensure designs can be practically manufactured

without compromising performance. Facilitates continuous improvements in loudspeaker engineering related to

planning processes reporting and timelines as needed to support quality growth of the company.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Detailed design of transducers for aftermarket and OEM automotive markets.

• Design and run detailed loudspeaker and acoustic system simulations using state of the art acoustic software.

• Design and set up acoustic reliability tests (thermal mechanical acoustic etc.).

• Dissect loudspeakers enclosures and other relevant system components to identify failure modes and suggest

  improvements.

• Review acoustic test reports and provide technical expertise to improve speaker performance and reliability.

• Design and participate in internal and competitive product listening evaluations.

• Interface with domestic and international suppliers to communicate design details and troubleshoot issues to

  execute loudspeaker product builds.

• Design and build crossovers to optimize speaker performance.

• Provide acoustic technical expertise to mechanical amplifier embedded and internal vehicle install teams to

  execute crossdepartmental projects.

• Communicate with customers and OEM partners to assess customer needs and identify loudspeaker design

  goals.

• Create detailed technical design input presentations to communicate acoustic design decisions and directions

  with suppliers customers and various internal groups (New Product Development Marketing Sales etc.).

  
  REQUIRED SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

• BSEE BSME or BS in Acoustics Physics or other relevant fields.

• Exceptional knowledge in acoustic fundamentals.

• Experience in the design and engineering of transducers and loudspeaker systems.

• Knowledge of speaker materials and manufacturing processes.

• Knowledge of audio system architecture and system tuning.

• Experience with various acoustic test equipment such as Klippel Audio Precision etc.

• Proficient in the use of simulation tools such as Klippel SIM2 Loudsoft Suite (Fine Cone Fine Motor Fine Xover

  Fine Suspension Fine Box) Finite Element Magnetic Modeling (FEMM) etc.

• Strong team player with positive attitude and willingness to learn and collaborate in group settings.

• 3 years of experience in an acoustic design role.

• Strong understanding of physics fundamentals.

• Electrical design skills and familiarity with schematic capture tools such as Altium.

• Basic understanding of amplifier design and Digital Signal Processing (DSP).

• Familiarity with 3D modeling tools such as Solidworks.

• Familiarity with software scripting /automation using Python LabVIEW Excel macros etc.

• Experience with speaker enclosure design and fabrication.

• Passion for and knowledge of automotive audio market.

• High volume consumer Electronics experience or Automotive OEM experience.

• Active license to operate a motorcycle is a plus.

• This position supports the continuing growth of Our Client's core audio business. This position works closely with the

  New Product Development team. Also collaborates with mechanical engineers to translate design into detailed

  mechanical drawings. Coordinates with Industrial Design team to ensure designs can be practically manufactured

  without compromising performance. Facilitates continuous improvements in loudspeaker engineering related to

  planning processes reporting and timelines as needed to support quality growth of the company.

  Excellent written and verbal technical and interpersonal communication skills.

  Selfstarter with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

  Ability to effectively execute multiple projects concurrently in a fastpaced deadline driven environment.