Acoustic Engineer

Noise Control Engineering•Billerica, MA

10d•$50 - $75

About The Position

Noise Control Engineering, LLC (NCE) is seeking a mid-level Acoustic Engineer for its landside acoustic consulting team, serving industrial, architectural, and environmental clients. The role combines analytical modeling, hands-on field testing, and direct client collaboration to solve noise and vibration challenges. The engineer will assess and diagnose problems, develop practical solutions, and apply concepts from architectural and environmental acoustics and structural vibration in a small-business environment where modeling and testing are equally valued. The engineer will work directly with clients to understand their needs, select analysis and testing methods, and develop solutions. The position includes project and personnel leadership, technical contributions to model-based assessments and field testing, and support for colleagues’ professional growth. The role also offers opportunities to represent NCE at industry events and help expand its landside business. The position reports to the Landside Acoustics Group Lead. Travel and fieldwork are required; some assignments may require a valid driver's license and/or current passport. Applicants must be U.S. citizens to comply with government project restrictions.

Requirements

At least four years of experience in acoustic consulting, noise assessments, and noise control.
BS, MS, or PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, or another related field.
Demonstrated understanding of sound and vibration control in industrial, environmental, and other commercial environments.
Demonstrated understanding of noise ordinances and requirements applied to communities and work settings.
Experience with positive client interaction.
Successful experience using acoustic modeling tools such as Cadna, SoundPlan, and Odeon.
Experience using acoustic test equipment and data processing methods with Matlab, Python, or similar tools.
Experience leading and managing noise control projects individually and with a team.
Experience performing acoustic testing for diagnostics and compliance.
Successful acoustic computational modeling experience.
Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
U.S. citizenship to comply with government project restrictions.
Travel and fieldwork are required; some assignments may require a valid driver's license and/or current passport.
Submit a cover letter and resume; applications missing either document will not be considered.

Nice To Haves

Coursework in acoustics and/or vibrations.
Forward thinking and identification of new approaches to data collection and analysis.

Responsibilities

Work directly with clients to understand their needs and select appropriate analysis and testing methods.
Develop practical solutions to a variety of acoustic challenges.
Assess and diagnose noise and vibration problems, including performing acoustic design assessments and developing mitigation strategies.
Manage projects and other NCE personnel.
Contribute technical expertise in model-based assessments and in-field testing.
Support colleagues' growth through a collaborative learning environment.
Represent NCE at industry trade shows and events and help expand the company's landside business.
Identify and pursue internal and external professional growth opportunities.
Perform required travel and fieldwork.