Acoustic Engineer

Acousticalsociety; Billerica (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical/dental coverage

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) plan

Job summary

A premier engineering consulting firm in Billerica, Massachusetts is seeking an Acoustic Engineer to join their team and tackle unique acoustical challenges. This role requires an applicant with at least four years of experience and a relevant degree. Responsibilities include client interaction, project management, and conducting acoustic assessments. The firm offers a comprehensive benefits package and fosters a collaborative working environment.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years of experience in acoustic consulting.
• Proven understanding of sound and vibration control.
• Experience in leading noise control projects.

Responsibilities

• Work directly with clients to identify needs and develop solutions.
• Serve as technical lead on projects and manage responsibilities.
• Attend industry trade shows to expand business portfolio.

Skills

Acoustic design assessments

Vibration control

Client interaction

Analytical skills

Technical communication

Education

BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Noise Control Engineering, LLC (NCE) is seeking an Acoustic Engineer to work within our landside acoustical consulting business.

NCE is a premier engineering consulting firm located in Billerica, Massachusetts. We specialize in landside and marine noise and vibration control, assisting a diverse range of clients to design safe and comfortable working and living environments that meet a range of acoustic criteria. We pride ourselves on effective and efficient acoustic analyses and in-field testing to assess and solve challenging noise issues.

As an NCE engineer, you will join a talented team in a small business environment, combining analytical skills with hands-on testing to perform assessments, diagnostics, and solve challenging problems. We work on unique projects, often incorporating architectural and environmental acoustics concepts with structural vibration analysis and assessments, building off of our experience and expertise in marine noise and vibration.

In this role, you will work directly with clients to identify their needs and apply suitable analysis and testing methods to develop solutions for a variety of acoustic challenges. You will serve as the technical lead on designated projects with additional project management responsibilities. Colleagues will look to you for expertise in model-based assessments and in-field testing, contributing to a collaborative learning environment that supports the growth and success of NCE employees. You will report to the Landside Acoustics Group Lead, who oversees business development and manages the group's work. This position also offers opportunities to attend industry trade shows and events to expand NCE's landside business portfolio.

Please visit our website (www.noise-control.com) to learn more about our company, our projects and clients, and what is happening at NCE.

Interested applicants should submit their cover letter and resume to our applicant center for review. A writing sample will be requested as part of the evaluation process.

Successful NCE Employees

• Are eager to perform acoustic and vibration design assessments, mitigation strategy development, and testing.
• Strive for excellence.
• Demonstrate a mutual respect for coworkers in a culture of collaboration, integrity, and innovation.
• Are willing to take on our clients' problems as our own, become the clients' advocate, and cultivate long-term client relationships.
• Demonstrate excellent written, verbal, and graphical communication
• Demonstrate a passion for noise and vibration control
• Are motivated to identify and pursue internal and external professional growth opportunities, including areas outside their specific discipline.

Education

• BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or other related field, preferably with coursework in acoustics and/or vibrations.

Requirements

• A minimum of four (4) years of experience in acoustic consulting, noise assessments, and noise control is required.
• A demonstrated understanding of sound and vibration control in a range of industrial, environmental, and other commercial environments.
• Experience with positive client interaction.
• Experience in leading and managing noise control projects, individually and with a team.
• Experience performing acoustic testing for diagnostics and compliance.
• Acoustic computational modeling experience with demonstrated success.
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• NCE encourages forward thinking and identification of new approaches to data collection and analysis. Travel and fieldwork are required. Some project assignments may require a valid driver's license, current passport, and/or TWIC card.
• Based on government project restrictions, applicants must be a US Citizen to comply with requirements.

NCE offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical/dental coverage, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, bonus and profit-sharing plans, and a 401(k) plan. We are an employee-owned company and we aim to take care of our employees as well as the company.

NCE is proud to provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. To provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, employment decisions will be based on merit, qualifications, and abilities. NCE does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.

We encourage women, minorities, veterans, disabled veterans, and the disabled to apply for this position.