Junior / Intermediate Noise and Vibration Engineer

Arcadis; Waterloo; On-site; CAD 66,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy is seeking a Junior/Intermediate Noise and Vibration Engineer in Waterloo, Canada. The role involves conducting field measurements and collaborating on various projects. Candidates should have a strong grasp of noise and vibration concepts along with 3+ years in consulting. This full-time position offers a salary range of $66,000-99,000 based on experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of consulting experience in environmental noise and vibration.
• Eligible for P.Eng. following completion of experience.
• Valid driver's license.

Responsibilities

• Produce thoughtful analysis using software packages.
• Conduct field measurements at various sites.
• Collaborate with project managers through project stages.
• Communicate project results to clients.
• Manage a schedule of multiple active projects.

Skills

Knowledge of environmental noise and vibration concepts

Experience with sound level and vibration measurements

Interpersonal and communication skills

Programming skills (asset)

Education

3+ years of consulting experience in environmental noise and vibration

Eligible for P.Eng.

Valid driver's license

Tools

Modeling software (e.g., Cadna/A)

Predictive noise models (e.g., FTA, TNM)

Job description

Overview

Junior / Intermediate Noise and Vibration Engineer

Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are a global team of 36,000+ professionals in over 70 countries focused on improving quality of life.

Role description: We are seeking a Noise and Vibration Engineer with varying levels of experience to join our team. This role focuses on environmental noise and vibration; experience in architectural acoustics is an asset. You will work as part of a small, collaborative team delivering noise and vibration services across projects including railways, roadways, industry, and land development.

Responsibilities

• Producing high quality, thoughtful analysis using commercially available software packages and in-house tools.
• Conducting field measurements of noise and vibration at industrial, residential, institutional, and construction sites.
• Collaborating with project managers from scoping through all stages of project execution, with opportunities to move into technical project management roles.
• Communicating project results and proposed solutions to internal and external clients.
• Managing a schedule of multiple active projects to balance priorities and meet deliverables.

Key Skills

While specific technical skills and experience are required, strong interpersonal, communication and written skills are essential. Candidates should have:

• Knowledge of environmental noise and vibration concepts, such as:
  • Predictive railway noise and vibration models (e.g., FTA, STEAM).
  • Predictive roadway noise models (e.g., TNM, ORNAMENT).
  • Basic sound and vibration propagation algorithms.
  • Modeling software (e.g., Cadna/A).
  • Experience with sound level and vibration measurements – both source and receptor.
• Experience working with clients to develop project solutions.
• Programming skills are not required but are an asset.

Qualifications & Experience

• 3+ years of consulting experience in environmental noise and vibration.
• Eligible for P.Eng. (Professional Engineer) following completion of years of experience.
• Valid driver’s license.

Why Arcadis?

We empower everyone to be their best and pursue a skills-based approach to career development. You will do meaningful work and help deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Join Arcadis and make an impact on your career, your colleagues, your clients, and the world around you.

Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities, and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis prohibited by law.

The salary range for this position is $66,000-99,000. Actual salaries will vary based on location, skills, experience, and qualifications.

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Environment-NA

Seniority level: Mid-Senior level

Employment type: Full-time

Job function: Other

Industries: Professional Services

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