Acoustic Engineer (m/f/d)

Neumann U67; Berlin; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working models

Holiday and Christmas bonuses

38-hour workweek

Employee discounts or Jobticket

International collaboration

Job summary

Neumann, part of the Sennheiser Group, is hiring an Acoustic Engineer in Berlin to advance our microphone portfolio and collaborate with manufacturing teams to bring concepts to series readiness.

You will analyze requirements, use Python and MATLAB for data-driven analysis, select materials and processes, build prototypes, perform measurements, and prepare manufacturing instructions and test concepts for production.

Qualifications

• Completed degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Sciences, or related field.
• Solid foundation in acoustics.
• Experience in analysis and development of manufacturable electroacoustic systems.
• Proficiency in Python and MATLAB for data analysis and visualization.
• Ideally experience with acoustic FEM/BEM simulations (COMSOL).
• Knowledge of materials and joining technologies.
• Structured, self-driven work style with strong teamwork and communication.
• Very good English; conversational German is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain our microphone portfolio in collaboration with manufacturing teams.
• Develop and optimize microphones from concept to production readiness.
• Translate requirements from Product Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing into robust design proposals.
• Analyze development and manufacturing data using data-driven approaches (Python, MATLAB).
• Select suitable materials and manufacturing processes to support performance and manufacturability.
• Build prototypes, conduct measurements and tests, and iterate designs with documentation.
• Create manufacturing instructions, specifications, and test concepts for production.

Skills

Python for data analysis

MATLAB for data analysis

Teamwork

Communication skills

English proficiency

Education

Electrical Engineering / Physics degree

Tools

COMSOL FEM/BEM

Python

MATLAB

Job description

Since 1928, our legendary products habe made us one of the world`s best-known brands in the field of professional audio. Today, more than 80 percent of the world`s recording studios use Neumann microphones, loudspeakers, and headphones for music recording and other productions, for example in the fields of broadcasting, gaming, and film. As part of the Sennheiser Group, Neumann stands for legendary sound - handmade in Germany.
Our home is Berlin - here we plan and develop our products, with which we inspire not only professionals, but also an increasing number of semi-professional users such as podcasters or bedroom producers in their home studios.

Sounds good? Join us as

Acoustic Engineer (m/f/d)

Your Responsibilities :

• You further develop and maintain our long‑established microphone portfolio in close collaboration with manufacturing teams.
• You develop and optimize microphones and their electroacoustic transducers, taking them from initial concept through to series production readiness.
• You analyze requirements from Product Management, Engineering, and Manufacturing and translate them into robust design proposals.
• You evaluate and interpret development and manufacturing data using a data‑driven approach, particularly with Python and MATLAB.
• You select suitable materials and modern manufacturing processes to support product performance and manufacturability.
• You build prototypes, conduct measurement and testing activities, and continuously optimize designs through iterative development, supported by structured documentation.
• You create manufacturing instructions, technical specifications, and test concepts for test equipment development and series production.

Your Qualifications:

• Successfully completed a degree in Electrical Engineering, Physics, Engineering Sciences, or a comparable qualification.
• You have a solid foundation in acoustics.
• You bring practical experience in the analysis and development of manufacturable electroacoustic systems.
• You are proficient in using Python and MATLAB for data analysis and technical visualization.
• Ideally, you have experience with acoustic FEM/BEM simulations, including thermo‑viscous and electromechanical models as well as parametric studies for design optimization, preferably using COMSOL.
• You possess strong knowledge of materials and joining technologies.
• You are characterized by a structured and self‑driven way of working, combined with strong teamwork and communication skills.
• You have very good English language skills; conversational German skills are considered an advantage.

What you can expect from us:

• Inspiring Work Environment:Become a part of our international family business, where a modern and dynamic work atmosphere awaits you. At Neumann, people and their mindset are at the heart of everything we do - they are our most valuable asset.
• Flexible Working Models:We offer flexible working hours and mobile work options to help you balance your professional and personal life.
• Attractive Contract Benefits:Enjoy a collective agreement that includes holiday and Christmas bonuses and a 38-hour workweek.
• Diverse Perks:Employee discounts or Jobticket are just a few of the many great benefits we have in store for you.
• International Collaboration:Look forward to working in a global team collaboration and contributing to exciting projects that shape the future of audio.

The audio world is diverse — from concerts and lecture halls to streaming platforms, meeting spaces, and studio recordings. So are we at Sennheiser. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, regardless of gender identity, national origin, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion, disability, or age.

Do you have any questions?
Please feel free to contact us at [e-mail].