Transducer Engineer

Location: Hampshire

About the Role

We're recruiting on behalf of a specialist engineering organisation delivering advanced technologies for maritime, energy, environmental, and defence sectors globally.

This is a high-impact opportunity to join a specialist electromechanical design team, working on solutions that demand precision, reliability, and continuous improvement. You'll be involved in hands-on engineering, data-driven evaluation, and collaboration across production, design, and quality teams.

Key Responsibilities

Define and maintain acoustic performance standards and acceptance criteria
Validate and evaluate transducer performance throughout the product lifecycle
Collaborate with production teams to ensure consistent, high-quality manufacturing
Support introduction of new designs into production
Specify acoustic and navigation performance requirements during early-stage design
Lead root cause investigations into performance issues and implement corrective actions
Drive continuous improvement initiatives
Represent product quality in design reviews, releases, and supplier discussionsAbout You

Technically strong engineer with a detail-driven, problem-solving mindset
Enjoys working collaboratively and using data and analysis to influence outcomesEssential Skills & Experience

Degree in Physics, Engineering, Mathematics, or similar (BSc/BEng minimum)
3+ years' experience in a relevant engineering role (graduate level + experience)
Experience with quality standards and continuous improvement methods
Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
Ability to achieve SC clearanceDesirable Skills & Experience

Experience in acoustics, transducers, or underwater technologies
Familiarity with navigation equipment or systems
Experience with embedded systems/programming
Ability to analyse and interpret acoustic or sensor test data
Hands-on mechanical or prototype testing experience
Experience working with suppliers or production teamsWhy Apply?

Work on acoustic and navigation technology
Influence products used in global applications
Gain exposure to defence and maritime projectsTo apply, please contact Coral at DCS for a confidential discussion.

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