Senior Acoustic Engineer - Risk & Community Engagement

Amazon Web Services (AWS); Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 137,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Acoustic Engineer to lead external engagements across the AMER region, representing AWS's acoustic design philosophy at jurisdictional meetings and public forums.

The role requires navigating complex technical discussions and coordinating with partners to plan mitigation measures while supporting acoustic modelling work. The position emphasizes 70–80% external engagement, with responsibilities spanning sound modelling, due diligence, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related field.
• Acoustic consulting and modelling experience.

Responsibilities

• Represent AWS at external jurisdictional meetings, community forums, and public engagement events across the AMER region, as the primary acoustic subject matter expert.
• Independently navigate complex technical discussions with Authorities Having Jurisdiction, exercising sound judgment in real time.
• Prepare for engagement events by coordinating with partner teams on the latest design and mitigation measures, compiling talking points approved by Public Relations and Legal, and preparing project-specific printed materials.
• Communicate clearly with community members about expected sound levels from data centre operations and proposed mitigation strategies.
• Coordinate with third-party acoustic vendors to ensure an acoustic expert is present at events as requests come in across the region.
• Manage all aspects of a technical sound assessment and collaborate with team members to ensure projects meet timelines.
• Model the expected sound levels of datacenter equipment (CadnaA preferred; SoundPLAN experience helpful) and evaluate vibration on a project-specific basis.
• Conduct ambient sound levels and/or equipment source measurements using a Class I or Class II sound level meter.
• Determine whether expected sound and vibration levels are compliant with applicable standards and evaluate the risk to sensitive receivers.
• Identify and detail any mitigating measures needed.
• Engage with local jurisdictions on noise-related permit applications, including preparing sound study submittals and responding to regulatory inquiries.
• Report on findings and summarize any identified risks to project timelines, costs, or feasibility.

Skills

Acoustic modelling

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Amazon Data Services, Inc. is seeking a Senior Acoustic Engineer to lead external engagements across the AMER region, representing AWS's acoustic design philosophy at jurisdictional meetings and public forums.

The role requires navigating complex technical discussions and coordinating with partners to plan mitigation measures while supporting acoustic modelling work. The position emphasizes 70–80% external engagement, with responsibilities spanning sound modelling, due diligence, and