Acoustics Team Lead

HDR, Inc.; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 115,469 - 164,955; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Retirement savings plan with employer match

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

HDR, Inc. is looking for an Acoustics Team Lead in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota. You will oversee department operations and lead project execution, ensuring client satisfaction and effective use of expertise.

The role involves managing production, marketing efforts, and collaborating with clients on acoustic analyses. Preferred candidates will hold a Bachelor's degree and possess relevant experience, with opportunities for professional certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related experience and ability to work in a team.
• Proficiency with software used in acoustic data processing.
• PE or INCE Board certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee department operations and project execution.
• Assist in managing production, staff development, and marketing.
• Serve as an acoustical and/or vibration specialist.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Teamwork

Acoustic measurement data analysis

Education

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

Job description

As the Acoustics Team Lead, you will oversee the department's operations and lead project execution, ensuring high quality, client satisfaction, and effective use of technical expertise.

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 systemImplement, 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