Senior Acoustic Engineer

Lucid Consulting Australia; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Lucid is seeking a Senior Acoustic Engineer to join the Acoustics team across Australia. You will lead acoustic design, modelling and reporting for building and environmental projects, working with clients and multidisciplinary teams.

This role offers mentorship to junior engineers and the opportunity to grow Lucid’s national acoustics capability. You will bring an Australian-recognised degree in Audio/Acoustics or related field, proven consultancy experience, and strong communication skills to

Qualifications

• Australian-recognised degree in Audio/Acoustics, Science, Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in acoustic engineering or consulting.
• Strong knowledge of building and/or environmental acoustics.
• Experience using acoustic modelling software such as SoundPLAN and Insul.
• Strong report writing and communication skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and work with clients and teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver acoustic engineering design, assessment and calculations across building and environmental projects.
• Undertake acoustic modelling and analysis using tools such as SoundPLAN and Insul.
• Prepare and deliver technical reports, assessments and project documentation.
• Provide technical advice and practical acoustic solutions to clients and project teams.
• Manage acoustic components of projects from initial assessment through to delivery.
• Engage with clients, contractors, architects, engineers and other stakeholders.
• Support and mentor junior team members in Acoustics.

Skills

Acoustic engineering

SoundPLAN

Insul

Client liaison

Project management

Education

Australian-recognised degree in Audio/Acoustics/Engineering

Tools

SoundPLAN

Insul

Job description

Adventurous careers. Empowered journeys. Genuine connection.

At Lucid, your expertise meets opportunity. We’re an employee-owned engineering and advisory firm where you’ll have the autonomy to solve complex challenges and the support to keep growing. Bring your ideas, experience and ambition - we’ll give you the platform to make a lasting impact.

Senior Acoustic Engineer

Make Your Mark

What this role is all about

We’re looking for an experienced Senior Acoustic Engineer to join our growing Acoustics team.

This role can be based from our Brisbane, Melbourne, Sydney or Adelaide office, giving you the opportunity to work as part of a national team and contribute to projects across Australia.

You’ll take a key role in the delivery of acoustic engineering solutions across building and environmental projects, working closely with clients, project teams and other disciplines across Lucid.

You’ll bring strong technical capability and consulting experience, while also having the opportunity to support and mentor developing engineers, contribute to client relationships and help strengthen our acoustic capability nationally.

How you’ll contribute day-to-day

• Lead and deliver acoustic engineering design, assessment and calculations across building and environmental projects
• Undertake acoustic modelling and analysis using tools such as SoundPLAN and Insul
• Prepare, review and deliver high-quality technical reports, assessments and project documentation
• Provide technical advice and practical acoustic solutions to clients and project teams
• Manage acoustic components of projects from initial assessment through to delivery
• Work closely with clients, contractors, architects, engineers and other project stakeholders
• Undertake site investigations, noise measurements and noise logger installations as required
• Attend and lead client, site and project meetings
• Support and mentor junior members of the Acoustics team
• Contribute to project planning, technical reviews and quality outcomes
• Build strong client relationships and identify opportunities to support the continued growth of Lucid’s Acoustics capability

What sets you up for success

• An Australian-recognised degree in Audio/Acoustics, Science, Engineering or a related discipline
• Demonstrated experience working within acoustic engineering or acoustic consulting
• Strong technical knowledge across building and/or environmental acoustics
• Experience using acoustic modelling software such as SoundPLAN and Insul
• Strong technical report writing and communication skills
• Confidence working directly with clients and multidisciplinary project teams
• Ability to manage priorities and take ownership of project deliverables
• A collaborative approach and willingness to support the development of others
• A proactive mindset with an interest in contributing to the continued growth of the team
• Full working rights in Australia
• Australian citizenship is preferred for Defence project requirements such as baseline security clearance

Life at Lucid

At Lucid, our people do more than deliver projects - they shape outcomes that matter. Their curiosity, commitment, and drive to do things better are what set us apart. It’s why we’ve built a workplace where people can thrive, grow, and make an impact.

Lucid started in Adelaide with a simple belief: we could do things better. Not by being the biggest – but by being the most thoughtful, responsive, and grounded partner to our clients.

Today, we’re a team of 350+ people across Australia, united by a drive to turn complexity into clarity. Along the way, our people have opened new offices, led national projects, and grown from graduates to leaders - shaping Lucid’s journey as they shaped their own.

Lucid’s culture is built on relationships - and creating an environment where people can do great work. It’s where curiosity is backed, initiative is supported, and growth isn’t just encouraged - it’s expected.

We’re a team that shares accountability

Let’s make it happen

At Lucid, we welcome everyone - different cultures, genders, backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, veterans and their families.

Research shows some people hesitate to apply unless they tick every box. If you share our passion for creating a better world, we want to hear from you – even if you don’t meet every criterion.