Acoustic Consultant

Location: San Francisco, CA

About the role

An acoustical consulting firm with multiple California offices is seeking an Acoustical Engineer to join its growing Acoustical Team. We are looking for someone with up to 5 years of experience who is motivated to push boundaries and advance the field of architectural and environmental acoustics consulting. Our acoustics group is dynamic and serves a diverse base of external clients, including architects, developers, contractors, and owners. This position offers a unique growth opportunity within an up-and-coming firm with a strong pedigree and portfolio of experience. The ideal candidate will have a desire to produce excellent deliverables on current projects, help transform work processes, participate in industry-based research, and learn how to develop new business. Rather than being "business as usual," our model requires innovation, active listening, and collaboration in order to succeed.

Responsibilities

• Consult on architectural acoustics, mechanical systems noise and vibration control, and environmental noise control projects.
• Perform field noise and vibration measurements.
• Analyze measurement data.
• Create environmental noise models.
• Collaborate with practice and market leaders to obtain technical knowledge.
• Research, prepare, and present coordinated design options.
• Review drawings, research code issues, and successfully maneuver through city, state, and county regulations to meet project requirements.
• Communicate with manufacturers and contractors to address challenges and develop practical designs.
• Provide input on the creation and editing of technical specifications for acoustical products.
• Regional travel is required on a regular basis.

Requirements

• Ability to apply logic, reasoning, and organizational skills to structure concepts and ideas into projects.
• Knowledge of related engineering standards, issues, and trends.
• Client-centric, can-do approach to project work and assignments.
• Ability to review detailed architectural drawings.
• Ability to research and present design options.
• Familiarity with recent versions of Revit, AutoCAD, SketchUp, and acoustics software (e.g., CadnaA, Odeon, etc.).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's degree in acoustics or a related field, such as Mechanical Engineering or Architectural Engineering.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Health Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Life Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Vision Insurance