PMC designs & manufactures the best speakers in the world. We are high-end audio product specialists, designing for world leading recording studios as well as HiFi connoisseurs and are currently looking for a highly motivated Graduate Engineer to join our R&D team and help us push forward the development of new loudspeaker technologies and products. Reporting to the Principal Acoustics and R&D Engineer, you will contribute to all aspects of the R&D department, including research projects, sample part evaluation, maintaining test and measurement equipment, and providing assistance to other departments as necessary (testing review samples for the sales team, assisting product development team with acoustic measurements etc.)
Purpose of the Role:
Your primary role will be to use your understanding of acoustic principles and good scientific practice to help take both new and ongoing research and development projects from conception through to completion, working both independently and with other team members. This will include acoustic design and simulation of loudspeaker parts, physical prototyping, testing and validation, report writing and helping to prepare documentation for patent applications, as well as assisting the product development team with the implementation of any newly developed technologies.
This role will give the right candidate the chance to immerse themselves in loudspeaker design and the loudspeaker industry as a whole, and there will be opportunities to visit many of the world's most prestigious recording studios, production facilities etc. as well as various trade shows around the world.
We are looking for a person who is eager to learn, has an interest in music and audio reproduction, and who will enjoy working alongside our small team of highly motivated engineers.
Responsibilities:
* The role of a graduate R&D engineer will include:
* Contribute to ongoing research projects by designing and carrying out acoustic experiments on prototype parts
* Keep abreast of advancements in acoustic research and use this knowledge to suggest new potential areas for research
* Produce technical reports on research projects to assist with patent applications, and both internal and external presentation of new technologies
* Assist with the testing and evaluation of sample and prototype parts
* Build strong working relationships with members of other departments and assist them when necessary
* Produce 3D models and technical drawings to PMC's standards, and help to produce these for prototype parts
* Assist with the construction of prototype cabinets and test jigs
* Help to maintain department equipment (acoustic measurement equipment, 3D printer etc.)
* Assist with the creation of build guides for new parts and products
* Help to build and maintain reference examples of current and future products
* Inspection and acoustic measurements for review samples of products
* Acoustic measurements of new products to produce final product specifications
Desirable Attributes
The successful graduate R&D engineer should possess the following:
* Degree in Audio Acoustics, Acoustic Engineering or similar field
* Understanding of acoustic principles related to loudspeaker design
* Experience in taking acoustic measurements
* Strong desire to learn new skills and gain knowledge of loudspeaker design and the industry as a whole
* Excellent team working skills as well as an ability to use initiative when working by yourself
* Experience using FEA simulation software such as COMSOL is beneficial but not required as training will be provided
* Experience using professional 3D modelling software (ideally Solidworks) is beneficial but not required as training will be provided
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills
* Hold a current UK driving license as travel will be required between our head office in Biggleswade and our production sites in Luton and Sandy
* UK and international travel may be required
* Passion for music and an interest in the audio industry is highly desirable
In return, the benefits are:
* 23 Days Holiday Per Annum, increasing by one day per year up to a maximum of 25 (in addition to public and bank holidays) – pro rata.
* Free on-site car parking
* Company socials
* Working hours are Monday - Thursday 8.30am-5.30pm & Friday 8.30am - 2pm
Please note that this role is predominantly office based.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: £32,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* Additional leave
* Free parking
* On-site parking
Application question(s):
* The ideal candidate would have a passion for music & an interest in the audio industry. Please give a brief description of how this applies to you.
Education:
* Bachelor's (required)
Licence/Certification:
* Driving Licence (required)
Work authorisation:
* United Kingdom (preferred)
Work Location: In person