Ultrasound Transducer R&D Engineer

Gexel Telecom International Inc.; Markham; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonele is seeking an Ultrasound Transducer R&D Engineer in Canada to design, simulate, prototype, and characterize advanced ultrasound transducers. You will work across acoustic, electrical, and mechanical domains, aligning with process engineering and electronics teams to drive production transfer.

The role requires hands-on prototype builds, experience with FEM tools like OnScale/COMSOL/ANSYS/PZFlex, and strong data analysis skills in MATLAB or Python.

Qualifications

• 3+ years’ experience in ultrasound transducer R&D (imaging, therapy, or NDT).
• Proficiency with FEM/acoustic simulation tools (OnScale, COMSOL, ANSYS/PZFlex) and data analysis in MATLAB/Python.
• Hands-on experience with prototype builds, acoustic lab equipment, and transducer testing/characterization.
• Knowledge of piezoelectric materials, matching/backing materials, adhesives, and packaging.

Responsibilities

• Own acoustic/mechanical/electrical design of transducers and optimize stacks to meet performance targets.
• Perform FEM/acoustic simulations and correlate models with experimental data.
• Plan and execute prototype builds; conduct characterization and document results.
• Define design inputs/outputs, specs, and test methods; contribute to verification/validation and ISO 13485 documentation.
• Collaborate with process/manufacturing on fixturing, tolerances, and DFM; support transfer to pilot/production.
• Evaluate materials and novel fabrication techniques; contribute to IP strategy and roadmaps.

Skills

FEM/acoustic simulations

Data analysis

Prototype builds

Documentation & collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

OnScale

COMSOL

ANSYS

PZFlex

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Ultrasound Transducer R&D Engineer

Role Summary

The Ultrasound Transducer Developer designs, simulates, prototypes, and characterizes transducers (single-element, linear arrays, and 2D arrays). The role spans acoustic stack design, FEM modeling, build/test, and design transfer in close collaboration with process engineering and electronics teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Own acoustic/mechanical/electrical design of transducers; optimize stacks (backing, matching, kerf/composite, housing) to meet performance targets.
• Perform FEM/acoustic simulations (e.g., OnScale/COMSOL/ANSYS/PZFlex); analyze trade-offs and correlate models with experimental data.
• Plan and execute prototype builds; conduct characterization (impedance analysis, beam profiles, hydrophone measurements, insertion loss/bandwidth) and document results.
• Define design inputs/outputs, specifications, and test methods; contribute to verification/validation and design history documentation under ISO 13485.
• Collaborate with process/manufacturing on fixturing, tolerances, and DFM; support transfer to pilot/production.
• Evaluate materials and novel fabrication techniques; contribute to IP strategy and technology roadmaps.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Physics, Electrical, Biomedical, or Mechanical Engineering (acoustics/ultrasound focus preferred).
• 3+ years’ experience in ultrasound transducer R&D (imaging, therapy, or NDT).
• Proficiency with FEM/acoustic simulation tools (OnScale, COMSOL, ANSYS/PZFlex) and data analysis (MATLAB/Python/MATHCAD).
• Hands-on experience with prototype builds, acoustic lab equipment, and transducer testing/characterization.
• Knowledge of piezoelectric materials (ceramics/single crystal), matching/backing materials, adhesives, and packaging.
• Strong documentation, cross-functional collaboration, and communication skills.

Salary Range

CAD$70,000 – $90,000 annually.

Why Join Sonele

At Sonele, you’ll be part of a multidisciplinary team driving complex medical devices from idea to production. You’ll lead programs that combine precision engineering with real-world healthcare impact—supported by an organization committed to innovation, quality, and long-term customer partnerships.

This is an opportunity to shape technical outcomes, interface directly with innovators, and help grow Canada’s hub for advanced medical device development.

The above information on this job description and specification has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this job. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

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