Engineering Lead, Headsets

Company Description

The Audio Business Division of Electro-Voice Dynacord LLC is headquartered in Burnsville, Minnesota. Our product segments include Critical Communications Systems, Pro Sound, and Public Address & Conferencing. With our premium brands:
Dynacord, Electro-Voice, RTS and Telex
, we are committed to delivering innovative solutions that shape the future of sound.

At KEENFINITY, we are a globally leading provider of innovative and professional security and communication solutions. With over 4,200 employees in over 50 countries worldwide, our ambition is clear: we offer more than just technology – we secure, connect, and amplify the moments that matter in life. Next to our passion for technology we’re very passionate about our work environment. Based on values such as trust, appreciation, and accountability we all work together to shape the future – boldly, customer-focused and with a strong team spirit.

Primary responsibilities include electrical and firmware design in development of headset communication products from concept to production. Serves as leader of the audio technology team designing the next generation of headsets to be used in aviation, broadcast, and other high noise environments. Tasks include managing engineers, setting deadlines, monitoring and summarizing progress (initiate, plan, execute, document, control, close); problem recognition, escalation and resolution are key to success in this role.

Design responsibilities include implementing signal processing algorithms on a low‑power fixed‑point DSPs, design and development of test procedures and will perform testing of embedded systems and related product acoustic performance. Determines the technical feasibility of future products and must stay current with the latest technologies.

The Engineering Lead works in a management capacity in addition to contributing to the project team.

• Leading design and development of electro‑acoustic and communication products for professional use (15%).
• Working with external design and manufacturing resources to develop headset products (25%).
• Designing and developing acoustic and communications products for professional use. Developing technical documentation and specifications for complete documentation, manufacturing and testing activities. Serving on project design teams and collaborating with other engineers and clients to refine product design. Successfully completing work on projects for assigned product line(s) on time (30%).
• Consulting with Marketing and Project Management regarding cost targets, technical requirements, product features, physical/mechanical appearance (10%).
• Assisting manufacturing to improve methods to reduce costs for the best performing components (5%).
• Researching patents, published papers and current research for active noise reduction (5%).
• Investigating latest design practices and product performance within the industry to maintain competitive advantage (5%).
• Assisting Product Management in defining product requirements and performance objectives. Also contributing to technical direction and assists in product design presentations (5%).

• B.S. in Electrical Engineering plus 5 years of experience, or M.S. in Electrical Engineering plus 3 years of experience in product development.
• Experience with DSP and software/hardware design and integration.
• Analog & filter design experience.
• Circuit analysis and synthesis simulation software experience (e.g., electronic workbench) helpful.
• Prior experience with adaptive filtering, noise and echo cancellation.
• Familiarity with hardware, hardware‑software integration, and debugging mythologies.
• Acoustic design and measurement expertise using equipment such as Listen Soundcheck, B&K Pulse, Analog Precision (AP) systems, etc.
• Prior experience taking products from design concept through production.
• Travel up to 15% (domestic & international).

• Strong yield optimization skills (experience with DFM, DOE, SPC, and 6 Sigma helpful).
• Excellent mathematical and analytical skills, working knowledge of signal processing with algorithmic development and…