Electroacoustic Engineer for Hearing Tech & AI Testing

Hearing Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Hearing Australia, with the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL) based at the Macquarie University precinct, seeks an experienced Electroacoustic Engineer to lead testing and evaluation of hearing aids and related solutions. You will develop test methods, calibrate laboratories, prepare protocols and reports, and support clinical studies while mentoring teammates in accurate measurement practices.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to work alongside world leaders in hearing research and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in engineering, science or electroacoustics.
• Strong knowledge of electroacoustic testing and hearing aid evaluation.
• Experience with AI-enabled hearing devices and software scripting is advantageous.
• Familiarity with standards such as ANSI S3.22, IEC 60118 and IEC 60318 is desired.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.

Responsibilities

• Ensure laboratories, equipment and systems are calibrated and fit for purpose.
• Lead testing and evaluation of hearing aids and advanced technologies.
• Develop and apply test methods and standards.
• Improve laboratory processes, hardware setups and scripts.
• Prepare clear protocols, reports and presentations.
• Support clinical studies and train colleagues in measurement practices.

Skills

Electroacoustic testing

Hearing aid evaluation

AI-enabled devices

Software scripting

Clinical studies

Communication

Collaboration

Continuous improvement

Education

Engineering/Science/electroacoustics degree

Job description

Hearing Australia, with the National Acoustic Laboratories (NAL) based at the Macquarie University precinct, seeks an experienced Electroacoustic Engineer to lead testing and evaluation of hearing aids and related solutions. You will develop test methods, calibrate laboratories, prepare protocols and reports, and support clinical studies while mentoring teammates in accurate measurement practices.

This full-time role offers the opportunity to work alongside world leaders in hearing research and