Acoustic Hardware Engineer

Contract Role – Acoustic Hardware Engineer – Cambridge/Onsite – 12 months – Inside IR35 PAYE

We are seeking a skilled Acoustic Hardware Engineer to conduct acoustic measurements, acoustic data processing, and auditory perception experiments, and develop relevant methods and tools leveraging scientific coding skills and expertise in audio signal processing, audio hardware systems and acoustics. Most work will be based in our amazing new audio lab featuring anechoic chambers, one of the world’s largest configurable acoustic rooms and many other types of space.

Role Overview:

• Job Title: Acoustic Hardware Engineer
• Location: Cambridge/Onsite
• Contract Type: Contract
• Duration: 12 months
• Rate: £40-45 per hour PAYE

• 5-7 years, no cap. - PhD research work will count as experience.
• Master’s degree in a relevant technical field with 3+ years of industry experience in audio technology development, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Proven experience designing and conducting audio/acoustic experiments in controlled lab environments.
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience in processing and analyzing audio signals.
• Python, MATLAB

Minimum Requirements

• Master’s degree in a relevant technical field with 3+ years of industry experience in audio technology development, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• 3+ years experience in designing and performing audio acoustic experiments in controlled laboratory settings.
• 3+ years of programming experience in Python, MATLAB, or MaxMSP for audio applications
• Strong understanding and experience in acoustics and audio signal processing

Preferred Qualifications

• Expertise in real-time audio coding in C/C++
• Expertise in any/all of psychoacoustics, auditory perception, spatial audio, room acoustics, and physical acoustics
• Experience using PyTorch or other machine learning frameworks
• Experience with prototype hardware devices
• Experience with motion tracking systems
• Experience with large-scale automated data collection and analysis
• Experience designing and setting up acoustic laboratory spaces
• Experience working in cross-functional, inter-disciplinary environments
• Demonstrated ability to produce high-quality technical reports and/or publications

Please feel free to contact myself – Daisy Nguyen at Gibbs Consulting/Atrium UK for a confidential chat to know more details about the role.

Please also note: Due to the volume of applications received for positions, it will not be possible to respond to all applications and only applicants who are considered suitable for interview will be contacted.