Engineer: BESS Acoustics (SME)

Westinghouse Electric Company; Canton (MA); Hybrid; USD 83,000 - 103,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

401(k)

Paid vacations

Job summary

Westinghouse Electric Company is seeking a Sr. Engineer for BESS Acoustics to lead acoustic modeling and regulation interpretation for utility-scale projects. Responsibilities include field measurements, noise-mitigation evaluation, and collaboration with project teams to ensure compliant designs.

The role requires 5+ years in outdoor/environmental acoustics, experience with manufacturers/consultants, and willingness to travel. Onsite preferred, with remote flexibility. W-2, 1-year contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related technical field.
• 5+ years in outdoor/environmental acoustics, acoustic modeling, noise control, or related field.
• Experience with equipment manufacturers, engineering consultants, and project teams to resolve technical issues and communicate objectives.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for project, vendor, and site visits.
• INCE certification is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Model and review BESS acoustics for utility-scale projects, providing leadership on acoustic modeling and community-noise impacts.
• Evaluate practical noise-reduction solutions for HVAC/chillers, PCS/inverters, transformers, GSUs, substations, and other BESS equipment.
• Interpret applicable noise ordinances and regulatory requirements and translate them into design and compliance criteria.
• Apply AI-enabled tools to acoustic research, data analysis, regulatory review, and engineering workflows to improve quality and efficiency.

Skills

Outdoor acoustics

Acoustic modeling

Noise control

Regulatory communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Acoustical Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Engineering/Physics or related field

Tools

CadnaA

Excel

GIS

AI-enabled platforms

Job description

About the role:

Location: Onsite but can be remote.

We are looking for a Sr. Engineer: BESS Acoustics Subject Matter Expert (SME) on behalf of our client. This is a 1-year contract assignment. You will support utility-scale BESS projects through acoustic modeling and project-layout review. You will provide noise-regulation interpretation, field measurements, and evaluation of practical noise-mitigation solutions. These solutions will be for equipment such as HVAC/chillers, PCS/inverters, transformers, and substations.

You will report to the onsite manager.

Location: Juno Beach, FL 33408 . Onsite preferred but open to remote.

1-year contract assignment. (W-2)

Key Responsibilities:

1. BESS Acoustics Modeling & Technical Review

* Serve as the outdoor and environmental acoustics SME for utility-scale BESS projects, providing technical leadership on acoustic modeling, community-noise impacts, and project-specific acoustics decisions.

2. Noise Mitigation, Vendor & Technology Evaluation

* Evaluate practical noise-reduction solutions for HVAC and chiller systems, PCS/inverters, transformers/GSUs, substations, and other BESS equipment.

3. Permitting, Field Measurements & Project Support

* Research and interpret applicable noise ordinances, permitting criteria, and regulatory requirements and translate them into actionable project design and compliance criteria.

4. Digital Tools, Automation & AI

* Apply AI-enabled tools and automation to acoustic research, data analysis, regulatory review, and engineering workflows where they provide practical improvements in quality, efficiency, or decision-making.

* Use tools such as CadnaA, Excel (can maintain complex spreadsheets), GIS, and AI-enabled platforms to support project analysis, visualization, technical communication, and knowledge sharing.

Qualifications:

* Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Electrical

* Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Physics, or a similar technical discipline.

* Five or more years of relevant experience in outdoor/environmental acoustics, acoustic modeling, noise control, or a related technical field.

* Experience working directly with equipment manufacturers, engineering consultants, and project teams to resolve technical issues and communicate project goals.

* INCE certification is helpful.

* Willingness to travel occasionally for project, vendor, and site visits.

Our Safety Pledge to You:

If you are as committed to your success as we are committed to your safety, then this is the position for you! For us, our guiding principle has always been and will continue to be the safety of our people. It's that simple!

Benefits:

• Comprehensive Health and Income Protection Benefits
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Paid Vacations for Qualifying Positions

We are committed to transparency and equity in all our people practices. The base salary range for this position, which is dependent upon experience, qualifications and skills, is estimated to be $60.00/hr. to $75.00/hr.

Equal Opportunity Employer including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities

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This is a remote position.