Hannover, Germany
Acoustic Engineer/Designer
🎧 Acoustic Engineer (m/f/d) – Shape the Future of Audio with Us
Are you passionate about sound and eager to create premium audio experiences? At Sennheiser / Sonova Consumer Hearing GmbH, we develop state-of-the-art headphones that blend technical excellence with sensory precision. Join our dedicated team and bring your ideas to life — from the first sketch to the finished product.
In this role, you’ll play a key part in designing and developing new headphone models, improving existing ones, and defining acoustic design principles. You’ll work hands-on with physical prototypes, sound testing, and collaborate closely with interdisciplinary teams to turn concepts into market-ready products.
🎯 Your Mission – Innovative, Hands-on & Impactful:
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Design, build, and evaluate physical prototypes of high-quality acoustic systems
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Integrate electro-acoustic components while considering system design and manufacturability
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Perform acoustic measurements on components and full assemblies and analyze the results
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Collaborate directly with DSP, control, electrical, and mechanical engineers to tune and optimize performance
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Support prototype and production builds, both on-site at the factory and remotely
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Work with manufacturing partners to validate and refine assembly procedures
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Conduct feasibility studies on new technologies and continuously monitor market trends
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Use tools such as MATLAB/Simulink, SPICE, or FEA to simulate and predict acoustic system behavior
🧠 What You Bring:
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3+ years of hands-on product development experience in acoustics, ideally in the consumer or professional audio sector
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A technical degree or equivalent practical experience
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Solid understanding of acoustics, analog electronics, and audio tuning processes
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Hands-on experience with headphone acoustic structures, including enclosure and port design
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Proficiency in using acoustic test equipment (e.g., GRAS, B&K, Audio Precision, Listen Inc.)
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Ability to define requirements for acoustic components such as drivers, microphones, and meshes
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Strong communication skills in English
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Bonus: Experience with noise cancelling, digital signal processing, and acoustic simulation tools
🌟 What We Offer:
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A dynamic and collaborative working environment with flat hierarchies
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The opportunity to shape world-class audio products from the ground up
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Support for personal and professional development through training and growth programs
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Flexible working models and attractive employment conditions
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30 days of vacation, vacation bonus, discounted Germany ticket, company pension scheme, and more
📩 Now it's your turn:
Karim Shaker, Talent Acquisition Manager, is looking forward to receiving your complete application (including cover letter, CV, references, and certificates) via our online application platform.
Please note: We only consider direct applications for this position.