Acoustics Team Lead

HDR; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 115,469 - 164,955; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Paid time off and parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral bonus

Job summary

HDR is seeking an Acoustics Team Lead in Madison, Wisconsin, to oversee production operations and lead staff in acoustical analyses. You will engage with clients and contribute to project management and marketing efforts.

Ideal candidates should have a Bachelor's in a relevant field with at least 7 years of experience, strong leadership, and communication skills. A comprehensive benefits package is provided, including health, retirement, and tuition reimbursement.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a related field.
• PE or INCE Board certification preferred.
• Strong leadership and organizational abilities.

Responsibilities

• Assist in operations and staff development.
• Serve as an acoustical specialist conducting analyses.
• Manage project production alongside administrative duties.

Skills

Leadership skills

Communication skills

Proficiency with acoustic measurement software

Ability to handle multiple assignments

Education

Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, or related field

Professional registration or certification (if applicable)

Tools

Acoustic measurement software

Job description

Acoustics Team Lead Responsibilities

• Assist in the responsibility for operations of production including staff development, profitability, morale, quality control and marketing support.
• May function as an Assistant Project Manager and assist in responsibility for production on projects in addition to management responsibilities.
• Assist with administrative responsibility for section staff and technical service functions, and lead and coordinate services with other sections.
• Be involved in marketing planning, proposals and interviews. Be directly involved with clients in marketing, project production and related issues.
• Assist in ensuring that all work is planned, organized, controlled and evaluated through proactive project management system. Implement, monitor and support company policy. Assist in the selection, training, development and management of technical personnel.
• Work cooperatively with National Directors and marketing staff in local and national marketing and production efforts.
• Serve as an experienced acoustical and/or vibration specialist conducting analyses to develop design options or recommendations and prepare service deliverable documents.
• Perform acoustical (noise/vibration) assignments requiring application of standard and non-standard techniques and procedures.
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on projects or assist more‑senior scientists on larger projects.
• Focus on tasks including architectural acoustics, environmental noise and vibration‑related analyses.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• PE or INCE Board certification
• Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years related experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Proficiency with state‑of‑the‑art software used to process and analyze acoustic measurement data
• Familiarity with relevant ISO and related U.S. acoustical standards
• Familiarity with current environmental noise guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, etc.)

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• A minimum of 7 years experience
• Professional registration, license or certification may be required based on role
• Strong communication and listening skills
• Ability to handle multiple assignments
• Good leadership and organizational skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Benefits and Compensation

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long‑term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement.

The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full‑time regular positions. Temporary and part‑time roles eligible for limited benefits.) Minnesota: $115,469 - $164,955.

Primary Location: United States – Minnesota – Saint Louis Park

Other Locations: United States – Wisconsin – Madison, United States – Wisconsin – Milwaukee

Industry: Environment/Sciences

Schedule: Full‑time

Employee Status: Regular

Business Class: Environmental Sci and Planning

Equal Opportunity Statement

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.