Acoustic Engineer

Lamwork; United States; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lamwork is seeking an Acoustic Engineer to apply the science of sound to design and improve acoustic systems. The role involves specifying components, building prototypes, and collaborating with engineering teams to optimize system performance.

With a focus on transducer-based products, the Acoustic Engineer will analyze measurement data and lead iterative design improvements. Candidates should have strong skills in acoustic modeling, signal processing, and a background in electroacoustic transducer design.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in acoustic modeling and simulation techniques required.
• Strong background in signal processing and DSP development essential.
• Proficiency with MATLAB for data analysis and visualization needed.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop acoustic systems for transducer-based products.
• Analyze prototype and production data to drive design improvements.
• Build and characterize acoustic prototypes and generate test reports.
• Coordinate with engineers to optimize system performance and frequency response.
• Validate production test processes to ensure consistent performance.

Skills

Acoustic Modeling and Simulation

Signal Processing and DSP Development

Acoustic Measurement Systems

MATLAB for Data Analysis and Visualization

Electroacoustic Transducer Design

Technical Communication

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Analytical Thinking

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Education

Professional Engineer (PE)

Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam

Job description

Acoustic Engineer: transducer design, acoustic modeling, signal processing, and job requirements career path.

Acoustic Engineer Overview

An Acoustic Engineer applies the science of sound to the engineering of physical products and systems, translating acoustic targets into measurable, manufacturable performance. Day to day practices include specifying components such as drivers, microphones, and acoustic meshes; building and characterizing physical prototypes; conducting objective measurements and critical listening evaluations; and collaborating with DSP engineers, mechanical designers, and supplier teams to tune system behavior from concept through production sign-off.

Acoustic Engineer Key Responsibilities

• Design acoustic systems for transducer-based products, defining enclosure geometry, porting, and component integration to meet measurable performance targets.
• Analyze prototype and production measurement data using tools such as MATLAB to identify performance gaps and guide iterative design improvements.
• Build and characterize physical acoustic prototypes at the component, subsystem, and full-assembly level, generating structured test reports for program review.
• Coordinate with DSP and controls engineers to tune frequency response and optimize active noise cancellation system behavior against certification benchmarks.
• Validate production test processes with manufacturing and supplier teams to confirm consistent acoustic performance across high-volume output.

Acoustic Engineer Required Skills

• Hard Skills: Acoustic Modeling and Simulation (Lumped-Parameter, FEA, BEM), Signal Processing and DSP Development, Acoustic Measurement Systems (Klippel R&D/QC, Audio Precision APx, SoundCheck), MATLAB for Data Analysis and Visualization, Electroacoustic Transducer Design (Drivers, Microphones, Acoustic Meshes)
• Soft Skills: Technical Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Analytical Thinking, Problem Solving, Attention to Detail

Acoustic Engineer Certifications

• Professional Engineer (PE) - Signals professional readiness for independent sign-off and leadership roles
• Acoustical Society of America (ASA) Membership and Technical Credentialing - A recognized marker of engagement with the acoustics engineering research community
• Audio Engineering Society (AES) Membership - Industry-standard professional affiliation for audio system practitioners
• Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE) Board Certification - Demonstrates validated expertise in noise control engineering practice
• Fundamentals of Engineering (FE) Exam - Entry credential toward PE licensure; relevant for engineers entering a licensed engineering pathway