Senior Acoustics Specialist

HDR, Inc.; Saint Louis Park (MN); On-site; USD 77,000 - 109,000; Full time

Job summary

HDR, Inc. in Minnesota seeks an Acoustician 2 to apply acoustics and vibration expertise across building and environmental projects.

You will conduct analyses, develop design options, and prepare deliverables, supporting innovative solutions in a collaborative, employee-owned culture. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in acoustics or related field, at least five years of experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years related experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Proficiency with GIS
• Proficiency with state-of-the-art software used to process and analyze measurement data
• Must be familiar with relevant ISO and related U.S. acoustical standards
• Familiar with current guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, USIBC, etc)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Responsibilities

• Serve as an experienced acoustical and/or vibration specialist conducting analyses to develop design options or recommendations and prepare service deliverable documents
• Perform acoustical (noise/vibration) assignments requiring application of standard and non-standard techniques and procedures
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on projects or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Function as a Technical Specialist, Task Lead or Project Manager on projects as needed. Project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Give direction to clerical, technical and lower-level professional personnel as needed
• Focus on tasks including architectural acoustics, environmental noise and vibration-related analyses
• Perform other related duties as necessary

Skills

Leadership

MS Office

GIS

Data analysis software

ISO standards familiarity

Verbal & written communication

Education

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

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

Tools

Measurement data software

Job description

HDR, Inc. in Minnesota seeks an Acoustician 2 to apply acoustics and vibration expertise across building and environmental projects.

You will conduct analyses, develop design options, and prepare deliverables, supporting innovative solutions in a collaborative, employee-owned culture. The role requires a bachelor’s degree in acoustics or related field, at least five years of experience, and strong leadership and communication skills.