Senior Acoustician

HDR · New York, NY · 2 mo ago

On-siteEngineering$130k–$186k/yrFull-time

About the role

HDR is seeking a Senior Acoustician/Noise Specialist to join our team and support environmental and architectural acoustics projects throughout the United States. Our Acoustics Practice offers award-winning subject-matter expertise in six technical areas: aviation, architectural acoustics, environmental acoustics, traffic noise, rail noise, and vibration. Our acoustics team specializes in acoustical modeling, measurements, consulting, and expert witness services.

As part of our Power sector, you’ll help shape how electricity is generated, transmitted, and delivered as global energy demands grow. From massive data centers to modernizing transmission systems, our industry-recognized engineers and scientists have been at the forefront of grid transformation for more than a century. You’ll work side-by-side with these experts and contribute to reliable, resilient, and sustainable power systems, helping communities thrive and industries expand.

Responsibilities

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
Perform other related duties as necessary
Willingness to travel to project locations as needed, including occasional overnight stays

Requirements

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
Excellent communication skills
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.)
May require travel
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with Larson Davis instrumentation and software
Preference given to local candidates

Benefits

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes:

Medical, dental, vision
Short and long-term disability, life insurance
Employee assistance program
Paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays
Retirement savings plan with employer match
Employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement

Eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

Pay

New York: $130,025 - $185,750 (depends upon skills, experience, education, and geographical location)

Schedule

Full-time, regular employee status.

Locations

Primary location: United States-New York-Purchase
Other locations: United States-New York-New York