Senior Acoustician

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising is seeking a Senior Acoustician to lead acoustical assessments and projects that shape environments where people thrive. Candidates should have over 10 years of experience in acoustical analysis and proficiency in project management.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Acoustics or a related field, alongside strong leadership and familiarity with local markets. A commitment to HDR’s employee-owned culture is essential.

Full-time position based in California.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in acoustical analysis.
• Successful track record in marketing and project management.
• Familiarity with local clients and markets.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage acoustical and vibration assessments.
• Plan and supervise work of a medium to large team.
• Perform architectural acoustics and environmental noise analyses.

Skills

Leadership skills

Project management

Client satisfaction

Acoustical analysis

Proficiency with Microsoft Office

Proficiency with GIS and GPS

State-of-the-art software proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics or related field

Tools

ISO standards

Noise and vibration measurement instruments

Job description

As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience.

In the role of Senior Acoustician, we’ll count on you to:

• Be a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization, resolve problems of greater scope and complexity, lead and manage acoustical and vibration assessments, and work on a wide range of projects
• Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed
• Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed
• Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not the sole focus of the position
• Focus on tasks including architectural acoustics, environmental noise, and vibration-related analyses
• Use state-of-the-art instruments to measure noise and vibrations and to process and analyze that data is required
• Perform other related duties as necessary

Preferred Qualifications

• PE or INCE Board certification
• Can travel to work in other local So Cal offices.
• Driving to project/client sites will be required.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics or closely related field
• 10 or more years of experience in acoustical analysis with a successful track record of marketing, project management, staff management and client satisfaction, business development skills
• Leadership skills and ability to manage in a team environment
• Familiarity of local clients and markets
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office
• Highly motivated self-starter
• Proficiency with GIS and GPS
• Proficiency with state-of-the-art software used to process and analyze noise and vibration measurement data
• Familiar with relevant ISO and related acoustical standards
• Familiar with current guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, UFC, etc)
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Primary Location

BusinessClass : Building Mechanical

Schedule

Full-time

Employee Status

Regular

Job Posting

May 21, 2026

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.