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**No Agencies**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 partsKeep abreast of advancements in acoustic research and use this knowledge to suggest new potential areas for researchProduce technical reports on research projects to assist with patent applications, and both internal and external presentation of new technologiesAssist with the testing and evaluation of sample and prototype partsBuild strong working relationships with members of other departments and assist them when necessaryProduce 3D models and technical drawings to PMC’s standards, and help to produce these for prototype partsAssist with the construction of prototype cabinets and test jigsHelp to maintain department equipment (acoustic measurement equipment, 3D printer etc.)Assist with the creation of build guides for new parts and productsHelp to build and maintain reference examples of current and future productsInspection and acoustic measurements for review samples of productsAcoustic measurements of new products to produce final product specificationsDesirable AttributesThe successful graduate R&D engineer should possess the following:Degree in Audio Acoustics, Acoustic Engineering or similar fieldUnderstanding of acoustic principles related to loudspeaker designExperience in taking acoustic measurementsStrong desire to learn new skills and gain knowledge of loudspeaker design and the industry as a wholeExcellent team working skills as well as an ability to use initiative when working by yourselfExperience using FEA simulation software such as COMSOL is beneficial but not required as training will be providedExperience using professional 3D modelling software (ideally Solidworks) is beneficial but not required as training will be providedExcellent written and verbal communication skillsHold a current UK driving license as travel will be required between our head office in Biggleswade and our production sites in Luton and SandyUK and international travel may be requiredPassion for music and an interest in the audio industry is highly desirableIn 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 parkingCompany socialsWorking hours are Monday - Thursday 8.30am-5.30pm & Friday 8.30am - 2pmPlease note that this role is predominantly office based.