Acoustics Lab Director: NVH Testing & Innovation

Blachford Acoustics Group; West Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Blachford Acoustics Group seeks an experienced Acoustics Lab Manager to lead its state-of-the-art acoustics lab (BAL) and support NVH solutions for OEM customers across heavy transportation, agriculture, construction, rail, and industrial markets.

The role requires strong acoustical engineering expertise, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to translate customer challenges into actionable technical and commercial solutions.

Qualifications

• MS or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Noise Control Engineering, or related field preferred.
• 8+ years of experience in acoustics, NVH, product development, or laboratory leadership.
• Experience managing technical teams and laboratory operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage all activities within the Acoustics Laboratory.
• Ensure safe, efficient use of acoustic testing facilities and equipment.
• Develop annual laboratory objectives, budgets, and capability improvement plans.
• Establish and maintain laboratory procedures, testing standards, and best practices.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase laboratory efficiency, throughput, and quality.

Skills

Acoustics engineering

Lab management

NVH testing

Data analysis

Education

MS/PhD in Mechanical or Acoustical Engineering

Tools

Data acquisition systems

Acoustic analysis software

MATLAB

Python

Job description

Blachford Acoustics Group seeks an experienced Acoustics Lab Manager to lead its state-of-the-art acoustics lab (BAL) and support NVH solutions for OEM customers across heavy transportation, agriculture, construction, rail, and industrial markets.

The role requires strong acoustical engineering expertise, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to translate customer challenges into actionable technical and commercial solutions.