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Sonatech

Senior Transducer Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

As a Transducer Engineer, you will play a critical role in researching, designing, developing, documenting and testing transducers that will be integrated into the next generation of underwater ...

Sonatech

Senior Transducer Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

As a Transducer Engineer, you will play a critical role in researching, designing, developing, documenting and testing transducers that will be integrated into the next generation of underwater ...

Sonatech

Senior Transducer Engineer

Santa Barbara, CA · On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

As a Transducer Engineer, you will play a critical role in researching, designing, developing, documenting and testing transducers that will be integrated into the next generation of underwater ...

Apple

Acoustics Transducer Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

Our Transducer Engineering team designs speakers that are integrated into all Apple products. We are a diverse team of acoustics and speaker design experts, accomplished listeners, and creative ...

Apple

Acoustics Transducer Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$147K - $272K/yr

Our Transducer Engineering team designs speakers that are integrated into all Apple products. We are a diverse team of acoustics and speaker design experts, accomplished listeners, and creative ...

nudge

Transducer Design Engineer

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$89K - $121K/yr

About the role As a transducer design engineer at Nudge, you will: * Design materials and fabrication methods for in-house ultrasound array fabrication * Design high efficiency elements for ...

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Will also need to work with transducer engineers to integrate electromechanical designs with electronic components. · Lead board and system bring-up activities and work with other engineers to ...

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A Transducer Engineer designs, develops, and tests transducers, which convert one form of energy into another, such as sensors and actuators. They work with materials, electronics, and acoustics to create devices for applications in industries like medical, automotive, and defense. Responsibilities include simulation, prototyping, performance evaluation, and troubleshooting. Strong knowledge of physics, signal processing, and engineering principles is essential for this role.

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Senior Transducer Engineer

Senior Transducer Engineer

Sonatech

Santa Barbara, CA • On-site

$145K - $180K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 4 days ago

Job description

About Sonatech
Sonatech, LLC is a premier undersea acoustics engineering and manufacturing company. With a focus on supplying advanced SONAR solutions for the US Navy, our technical expertise, customized design capabilities and diverse manufacturing abilities have led to Sonatech products being deployed in virtually every class of underwater Navy system currently in operation.
Located in beautiful Santa Barbara, CA, we pride ourselves on having a culture of innovation as well as first-class customer service. Sonatech has a challenging and rewarding work environment where employees have the opportunity to develop their careers by taking on new responsibilities and providing innovative solutions.
Job Description and Key Responsibilities
This is a senior-level position, reporting to the Transducer Engineering Manager. As a Transducer Engineer, you will play a critical role in researching, designing, developing, documenting and testing transducers that will be integrated into the next generation of underwater acoustics systems. You will be expected to collaborate closely with other departments to transform concepts into fully functional designs, ensuring that all components meet performance and reliability standards.
  • Design new piezoelectric transducers for underwater applications.
  • Design and selection of piezoelectric components and other passive materials useful for transducer/sensor design.
  • Provide mechanical and electrical design expertise to support the production of piezoelectric products.
  • Test and evaluate new designs using common laboratory equipment used for acoustic products as well as acoustically in test tanks.
  • Test and evaluate transducers in the Sonatech Acoustic Test Facility, using Sonatech developed software and hardware.
  • Improve mechanical designs of existing transducers to reduce cost and improve manufacturing processes.
  • Acoustic analysis of transducer performance parameters necessary to characterize a transducer.
  • Perform trade-off and value analysis during the product design phase while optimizing development costs.
  • Coordinate projects and tasks with other mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing engineers to complete assignments and projects on schedule.
  • Maintain project files and appropriate records of work.
  • Research and investigate leading edge technologies for creating new products or processes.
  • Transform concepts into fully functional designs based on specification requirements, incorporating input from customers and collaborating with engineers across multiple disciplines.

Required Education and Basic Experience
  • Bachelor of Science in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, Physics or a related field
  • 7-10 years minimum experience in piezoelectric transducer design and manufacture in the defense, medical, oil & gas, or industrial markets
  • Knowledge of piezo-ceramic types, modes, and properties useful for transducer design
  • Proficient with mechanical design software such as Solid Works, AutoCAD, or Inventor
  • Knowledge of Finite Element Method (FEM) software such as COMSOL or ANSYS is a plus.
  • Knowledge of how to design metal, plastic, and ceramic parts including material selection and fabrication techniques
  • Knowledge of adhesives for different materials and their uses in transducer production
  • General knowledge of electronics, soldering, connectors, etc.
  • Good written and oral communication skills
  • Good interpersonal skills and an ability to work with every level of the organization

Required Citizenship and Security Clearance
  • US Citizenship is required
  • Ability to obtain a U.S. government security clearance

Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental and vision, life insurance, paid vacation and sick time, 3% 401K contribution (no matching required), company events
Salary Range
Salary Range: $145,000- $180,000
Job Type: Full-time, onsite at our Santa Barbara office from Monday to Friday
Sonatech is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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About Sonatech

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Industry

Guided missile and space vehicle manufacturing

Company size

51 - 200 Employees

Headquarters location

Santa Barbara, CA, US

Year founded

1973

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