Acoustic Hardware Engineer

Gibbs Hybrid; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio technology firm in Cambridge is seeking an Acoustic Hardware Engineer for a 12-month contract role. This position involves conducting acoustic measurements and developing methods in a cutting-edge audio lab. The ideal candidate must have a Master's degree and several years of experience in audio technology development. The role offers competitive pay in an onsite setting, focusing on innovative audio research.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in audio technology development.
• 3+ years designing and performing audio acoustic experiments.
• 3+ years of programming experience with Python or MATLAB.

Responsibilities

• Conduct acoustic measurements and auditory perception experiments.
• Develop methods leveraging scientific coding skills and audio processing expertise.

Skills

Acoustic measurements

Audio signal processing

Experimental design

Python programming

MATLAB

Education

Master's degree in a relevant technical field

Tools

PyTorch

C/C++

MaxMSP

Job description

Role Overview

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 Details

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 analysing 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.