Entry-Level Acoustics & Vibration Specialist

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR is seeking a Noise Specialist 1 to conduct acoustical and vibration studies and support data collection across diverse projects. The role emphasizes accuracy, independent work on smaller tasks, and collaboration with regulators and subconsultants.

You will utilize advanced instruments to measure noise and vibration, analyze results, and contribute to environmental, architectural acoustics and building noise analyses. A Bachelor’s in acoustics or related field is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics or closely related field.
• Understanding of GIS and GPS.
• Self‑starter with excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with state‑of‑the‑art software used to process and analyze noise and vibration measurement data.
• Must also be familiar with relevant acoustical standards.
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee‑owned culture is a must.

Responsibilities

• Conduct noise acoustical and/or vibration studies on various projects
• Assist in the preparation of data collection from the field and subconsultants, and develop noise reports
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on small projects or assist more‑senior colleagues on larger projects
• Interact with staff and work with local regulators and subs
• Work on environmental noise, architectural acoustics, building noise, and vibration‑related analyses
• Use state‑of‑the‑art instruments to measure noise and vibration, and to process and analyze that data is required
• Perform other related duties as necessary

Skills

Self-starter

Writing skills

Communication

Team player

Education

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

Tools

GIS

GPS

Acoustical analysis software

Job description

HDR is seeking a Noise Specialist 1 to conduct acoustical and vibration studies and support data collection across diverse projects. The role emphasizes accuracy, independent work on smaller tasks, and collaboration with regulators and subconsultants.

You will utilize advanced instruments to measure noise and vibration, analyze results, and contribute to environmental, architectural acoustics and building noise analyses. A Bachelor’s in acoustics or related field is required.