Graduate/Early-Career Acoustical Consultant

HGC Noise Vibration Acoustics; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

HGC Noise Vibration Acoustics is seeking a Graduate/Early-Career Acoustical Consultant to join our Charlotte office. You will support field measurements, data analysis, and report preparation across building, transportation, and industrial noise projects.

With mentorship from experienced colleagues, you’ll grow technical expertise, take on increasing responsibility, and contribute to client-facing solutions in a collaborative environment within North America’s leading acoustics consulting firm.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in engineering, physics, acoustics, building science, or a related technical field is required.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Willingness to travel and a valid driver’s license.
• Ability to work outdoors and at heights; comfort with diverse sites.

Responsibilities

• Conduct field inspections and measurements of noise, vibration, and acoustics using state-of-the-art instrumentation.
• Review project-related technical documents and drawings.
• Analyze data using commercial software packages and in-house tools.
• Develop and evaluate solutions with client input.
• Prepare technical reports and present findings to clients.
• Develop technical capabilities and industry knowledge over time, with opportunities to contribute to thought leadership.
• Act as an ambassador of HGC to clients, regulators, and collaborators.
• Support our technical and administrative teams as needed.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Collaborative mindset

Initiative

Adaptability

Customer-focused

Curiosity

Education

Undergraduate degree in engineering, physics, acoustics, building science, or related field

Tools

Digital measurement instrumentation

Job description

Engineering Full Time Posted 33 days ago

Graduate/Early-Career Acoustical Consultant

With support and guidance from experienced teammates, you’ll work with clients across a wide range of market categories. The projects you’ll be a part of will be varied, including the assessment and control of noise and vibration within and between sensitive spaces in a variety of building settings and from transportation sources and industrial facilities, architectural acoustics, vibration isolation of buildings/structures, and more. The work combines field measurement, data analysis, problem-solving, design input, and real-world impact.

Whether you are beginning your career or bringing some early-career experience, you’ll have room to grow technically, take on increasing responsibility, and develop areas of specialization. The volume and variety of our clients and projects offer a balance of familiar tasks and new challenges that will promote continuous engagement and development throughout your career.

Your team

HGC is one of North America’s largest employee-owned consulting firms specializing exclusively in noise, vibration, and acoustics. Our Charlotte office is relatively new, but you’ll be joining a team of professionals who collaborate enthusiastically across our offices and with our clients to apply an unmatched depth of knowledge, experience, and innovation to address unique challenges across the full spectrum of noise, vibration, and acoustics.

Key Responsibilities

With guidance and support from experienced teammates, you will contribute to all phases of acoustical consulting work, including:

• Conducting field inspections and measurements of noise, vibration, and acoustics using state-of-the-art instrumentation and techniques
• Reviewing project-related technical documents and drawings
• Analyzing data using commercial software packages and in-house tools
• Developing and evaluating solutions and alternatives with client input
• Preparing technical reports and presenting to clients as needed with appropriate review/oversight
• Developing your technical capabilities, areas of specialization, and industry knowledge over time, with opportunities to contribute to thought leadership initiatives
• Acting as an ambassador of HGC to clients, regulators, and other collaborators
• Supporting our technical and administrative teams as needed

Qualifications

Your characteristics, skills & knowledge

Our team moves quickly, so we’re looking for someone who builds trust through competence, accountability, initiative, and a willingness to learn. Successful candidates will demonstrate:

• Strong organizational skills, reliability, and attention to detail
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, with an interest in applying technical knowledge to real-world challenges
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; additional language skills are an asset
• A collaborative approach and the ability to work effectively as part of a team
• Initiative, adaptability, and the ability to manage changing priorities while meeting deadlines
• Professionalism, sound judgment, and a commitment to delivering high-quality work
• A customer-focused mindset and strong interpersonal skills that support positive working relationships with colleagues and clients
• Curiosity, enthusiasm for learning, and a desire to develop technical expertise within a specialized consulting environment
• A valid driver’s license and access to transportation for travel to client sites
• Ability to work outdoors in various weather conditions and locations, and comfort working at heights and in confined spaces as required (training provided as appropriate)

Your education & early career experience

• An undergraduate degree in engineering, physics, acoustics, building science, or a related technical field of study is required

Preferred or considered an asset:

• Education and/or work experience in noise, vibration, and acoustics
• Eligibility for, progress toward, or attainment of Professional Engineer (PE) licensure in at least one U.S. jurisdiction, where applicable
• Experience working in a dynamic consulting environment and/or within the architecture, engineering, or construction (AEC) industries
• Experience with digital measurement instrumentation and/or field inspections

What We Offer

More about HGC and what we offer We offer a competitive salary and benefits package, along with opportunities to grow professionally, advance your career, and build specialized expertise within one of North America’s leading noise, vibration, and acoustics consulting firms.

Our employees share a strong commitment to technical excellence, client satisfaction, and a strong work ethic. We balance that commitment with a supportive culture built on genuine relationships, collaboration, and respect for good health and well-being.

We are an enthusiastic, cooperative, and supportive team focused on helping each person bring their strengths to meaningful work. Together, we deliver clear and practical solutions that have a positive impact on our clients and the communities they operate in and serve.

We value your privacy. All applications and supporting materials will be treated as strictly confidential and will only be used for the purpose of assessing your suitability for this role.