Graduate R&D Engineer (Acoustics)

KEF is acknowledged world-wide as a leading manufacturer of high-end loudspeakers and hi-fi systems. Founded in 1961, the company is one of the few in the field that both develops and manufactures its own technology: cabinets, drivers, software and most electronics. We pride ourselves on our technical excellence and innovation, producing many patents and papers over the years.We are looking for a Graduate Research and Development Engineer with passion for audio and music to join our R&D team on a permanent basis.Location: ME15 6QP, Maidstone, Kent, UK Education:Bachelors, Masters graduate degree in an appropriate technical discipline such as Electro-Acoustics, Acoustical Engineering or Physics.Key responsibilities:Development of loudspeaker systems, transducers and headphones.Research on related topics.Requirements:Understanding of loudspeaker theory.Passionate about sound quality and skilled in critical listening.Methodical and scientific approach to any technical problem.Excellent verbal & written communication skills.Ability to innovate and bring new ideas into products.Experienced in computer modelling and acoustic measurement.Some experience with Matlab, Python, C, C++ or other suitable technical programming language.CAD competence in 2D or 3D.Extra points if you have:Experience designing loudspeaker or headphone drivers.Experience using FEA and Non-linear modelling and analysis.Knowledge of advanced materials.Knowledge of listening room acoustics.Ability to source and recommend new materials for audio transducers and enclosures.Experience using a digital task management tool such as Jira, Redmine, etc.Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK.For more company details, please visit our website at offer attractive remuneration package and long-term career development opportunities to the right candidate. Please send your full resume with current and expected salary by clicking "Apply".We are an equal opportunity employer. The information provided by you will be treated in strict confidence and used for recruitment purpose only.All personal data collected during the application process will be kept for 12 months after its completion, and will be destroyed thereafter.Job Types: Full-time, PermanentAdditional pay:Performance bonusBenefits:Company pensionEmployee discountFree parkingLife insuranceOn-site parkingSchedule:Monday to Friday

Created: 2025-07-23