Senior Acoustics Engineer

Black and White Engineering; Newcastle upon Tyne; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm is seeking a Senior Acoustics Engineer to establish and lead a new acoustics department in Newcastle. This role involves designing noise control solutions for data centres while offering flexible hybrid working arrangements. Candidates should have expertise in international noise regulations and experience with tools like SoundPLAN and CadnaA. The company offers a supportive culture, professional development, and competitive benefits, including a discretionary profit-related bonus.

Benefits

25 days holiday

Discretionary annual bonus

7% matched pension contribution

Private healthcare

Professional development support

Qualifications

• Experience in managing acoustic projects related to data centres or complex commercial buildings.
• Proven expertise in designing acoustic solutions.
• Experience in leading teams and collaborating with clients and consultants.

Responsibilities

• Design solutions that comply with international noise regulations.
• Lead the acoustics team both in the UK and Manila.
• Collaborate with clients to develop effective acoustic strategies.

Skills

Acoustic design

Knowledge of international noise regulations

Leadership experience

Familiarity with SoundPLAN and CadnaA

Tools

SoundPLAN

CadnaA

Job description

Overview

Ready to lead something new, exciting, and impactful? At Black & White Engineering, we’re building a brand-new acoustics department — and we’re looking for a Senior Acoustics Engineer to take the reins. This is your chance to shape the future of external noise control for data centres, a niche but rapidly growing field that’s critical to global infrastructure. This position can be based in our Newcastle, Manchester or Edinburgh office.

Responsibilities

Whether you’ve worked on data centres before or come from a background in complex commercial buildings, your expertise will be valued. You’ll be the go-to expert, designing solutions that meet international noise regulations using tools like SoundPLAN and CadnaA. From acoustic louvres to perimeter walls, your work will directly influence how major projects come to life. You’ll build and lead a team — not just in the UK, but also in our Manila office — and collaborate with top-tier clients and consultants. There’s a clear path to Principal or Director-level, with the autonomy to shape your own career and the department’s future.

Work Model

We operate a hybrid working model, with three days a week in our Manchester, Edinburgh, or Newcastle offices - so you can enjoy the flexibility of remote work without the London commute.

About Us

At B&W, we’re proud of our award-winning culture and global reach. We invest in our people through accredited courses, lunch & learn sessions, and tailored development programmes. You set the pace - we’ll support you every step of the way.

Benefits

• 25 days holiday (option to purchase 5 extra days through salary sacrifice)
• Discretionary Annual profit related bonus (normally between 6% and 10%, based on company performance)
• 7% matched pension contribution
• Annual discretionary bonus scheme
• Private healthcare
• 4x Life insurance
• Payment protection scheme (75% of your salary paid for up to 3 years if in long term sickness absence)
• Professional development support (accredited courses, lunch & learn sessions)

If you’re ready to lead, innovate, and be recognised for your impact, we’d love to hear from you.