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Overview

Audio Engineering Manager | Lead Transducer Engineer

Location: Southwater, Horsham

Department: Acoustic Research

Reports to: Director of Acoustic Research

Shape the Future of Sound

Are you passionate about audio innovation and ready to lead a team at the forefront of acoustic engineering? Join Masimo Consumer, home to eight legendary audio brands including Bowers & Wilkins, Denon, Marantz, and Polk Audio. We’re seeking a Lead Transducer Engineer who combines deep technical expertise with strong people management skills to drive the development of Bowers & Wilkins world-class audio products—from high-end loudspeakers to cutting-edge headphones and automotive systems.

This is a hybrid management role, with approximately 70% focused on team management and strategic coordination, and 30% on hands-on technical contribution.

What You’ll Do

Leadership & Team Management

• Lead and inspire a small team of transducer engineers, fostering a culture of innovation and excellence.
• Plan, delegate, and oversee engineering tasks to ensure timely, high-quality delivery.
• Champion training initiatives and continuous process improvement.
• Maintain and enhance measurement capabilities and lab facilities.
• Drive complex projects from concept to completion, aligning cross-functional teams and delivering measurable results.

Technical Contribution

• Collaborate with product development teams to support transducer design and testing.
• Perform simulations (electromagnetic, mechanical, acoustical) using tools like COMSOL.
• Conduct measurements and diagnostics on transducer and loudspeaker assemblies.
• Document findings, develop procedures, and contribute to design guidelines.
• Present technical insights clearly and persuasively to diverse audiences
• Mentor engineers in technical writing and visual communication, promoting clarity and precision.

What You Bring

Essential Qualifications

• Degree in Acoustics, Physics, or Electronic Engineering (or equivalent).
• 5+ years of experience in audio engineering, with prior leadership or management roles.
• Strong knowledge of electrodynamic transducers, including lumped element modeling and distortion diagnostics.
• Working knowledge with COMSOL or equivalent finite element analysis tools , Klippel R&D, and core principles of sound radiation and room acoustics.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with Confluence & JIRA
• Familiarity with Klippel QC, SolidWorks, NX, or CATIA.
• Exposure to audio/electronics testing tools (e.g., Audio Precision, MLSSA, SoundCheck).
• Understanding of DFMA, DFMEA, and FMEA methodologies.

Why Join Us?

• Work with iconic audio brands and cutting-edge technologies.
• Be part of a collaborative, inclusive, and forward-thinking team.
• Enjoy opportunities for leadership development and career progression.
• Access support for continuous learning and innovation.

We are committed to supporting work-life balance and, in line with the UK\'s Flexible Working Act, we welcome requests for flexible working arrangements. While this role is typically based on-site at our Southwater facility, we are open to discussing flexibility, depending on individual needs