Senior Acoustic Engineer

Tymphany; Wales; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading audio solutions company in the United Kingdom is seeking a Senior Acoustic Engineer to drive innovation in automotive audio systems. The role involves leading transducer development projects, collaborating across mechanical and electrical teams, and utilising advanced acoustic simulation tools. The ideal candidate has a degree in acoustics or a closely related field, with strong experience in transducer design and a passion for solving technical challenges. This is a full-time position that offers opportunities for professional growth and collaboration within a global team.

Qualifications

• Degree in acoustics, audio engineering, or a closely related field.
• Self-motivated with a genuine interest in electroacoustics.
• Solid experience in transducer design and testing.

Responsibilities

• Lead complex transducer development projects from concept to production.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver integrated acoustic solutions.
• Analyse acoustic data to inform design decisions.

Skills

Transducer design

Acoustic simulation tools

Electroacoustics knowledge

Problem-solving skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in acoustics or audio engineering

Tools

COMSOL

Klippel

APx

Job description

As the Automotive industry continues to evolve in an unprecedented and historical pace, the need for new audio solutions is ever present. It is Tymphany’s intention to play a leading role in this new vehicle audio landscape. It is within this role that we will drive the innovation in this market. This job encompasses the development of industry leading automotive transducers and systems from early development to manufacturing. A Senior Acoustic Engineer in this role is expected to work alongside the Mechanical Engineering team to ensure products are designed with quality, cost and timing in mind. A person doing this role is fully responsible for the Acoustic performance of the products they are working on. A senior acoustic engineer is responsible for keeping all historical design data following internal and Tymphany procedures. The Senior Acoustic Engineer will also work with the Acoustic Team to ensure facilities, equipment, procedures, etc. are all up-to-date and aligned with current needs. The Senior Acoustic Engineer goes a step further and applies their knowledge into research activities and can also lead and manage interns and/or graduate engineers, supporting team growth. As Tymphany is a global company, an Acoustic Engineer is expected to work collaboratively with all other departments of the business ensuring projects run smoothly. A mix of simulations, measurements, prototype builds, management, research, validation and documentation is the core of the responsibilities of this role, and innovation is highly encouraged!

Responsibilities

• Own and lead multiple or technically complex transducer development projects, from concept through to production.
• Collaborate across mechanical, electrical, and system teams to deliver fully integrated acoustic solutions.
• Optimise designs for performance, cost, and manufacturability in coordination with production teams.
• Implement and validate new simulations to improve efficiency and accuracy.
• Plan, develop and test prototypes, iterating designs based on acoustic and mechanical performance.
• Lead setup and execution of detailed electroacoustic measurements and reliability tests.
• Analyse acoustic data to support design decisions and communicate findings to stakeholders.
• Contribute to BOM generation, tolerance analysis, and documentation for mass production.
• Own the generation and maintenance of engineering documentation, including design specifications and test reports.
• Participate in the invention disclosure process by documenting novel design concepts and test methods to support the filing of patents and protection of company IP.
• Contribute to the development and improvement of internal design standards, tools, measurement capabilities and workflows.
• Manage the mentoring of Acoustic interns and Acoustic Graduate Engineers.
• Act as a key technical contact for customers, suppliers, and senior internal stakeholders.
• Attend trainings, seminars, conferences and industry events to promote Tymphany/Peerless Automotive vertical.
• Travel to other Tymphany sites to support global projects.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Degree in acoustics, audio engineering, or a closely related field.
• Self-motivated, passionate about audio and have a genuine interest in electroacoustics.
• Solid experience in transducer design, modelling, and testing and solid foundation in electroacoustic theory and transducer.
• Proficient with acoustic simulation tools (e.g. COMSOL) and measurement systems (e.g. Klippel, APx).
• Strong planning and project ownership mindset.
• Skilled in troubleshooting and root cause analysis.
• Proactive and curious, with a passion for solving technical problems.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Comfortable interacting with customers to support technical discussions and clarify requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with acoustic engineering judgment.
• Organised and capable of handling multiple tasks within defined deadlines, strong self-management skills.
• Skilled in presenting technical concepts and trade-offs to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Comfortable interpreting test data and contributing to technical discussions.
• Innovative and adaptable, with a commitment to technical excellence.

Desired Skills and Experience

• Previous Automotive experience and background.
• Experience working in a multinational company.
• Team management experience providing technical direction and mentorship and/or research experience.

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Engineering and Information Technology

Industries

• Audio and Video Equipment Manufacturing