Acoustical Engineer
About The Position
Bowman has an opportunity for an Acoustical Engineer to join our team remotely. At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That’s why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Acoustical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field required.
- Three plus years of professional experience in environmental noise analysis, modeling, and control.
- Hands-on experience with acoustical modeling software (CadnaA, SoundPLAN, or equivalent) for environmental sound required.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity with ISO 9613-2 sound propagation methodology and applicable ANSI/ASA standards preferred.
- Experience with Type 1 sound level meters and field measurement instrumentation preferred.
- Experience across one or more relevant industries (e.g., renewable energy, mining, transportation, parks/recreation, commercial development) preferred.
- Membership in the Institute of Noise Control Engineering (INCE) and/or Acoustical Society of America (ASA) preferred.
- Experience working in GIS software preferred (ArcMap, QGIS, etc.)
- Interest in pursuing INCE Board Certification (INCE Bd. Cert.) along the standard career path.
Responsibilities
- Work under the direction of senior acoustical staff to execute assigned project tasks and deliverables.
- Conduct sound measurements, analyses, and modeling under the supervision of senior staff.
- Support client and stakeholder communications in coordination with senior acoustical staff and project managers.
- Execute noise impact assessments for mining, infrastructure, industrial, energy, transportation, commercial, and recreational projects.
- Develop and apply acoustical models (e.g., CadnaA) to predict sound propagation under varied environmental conditions.
- Assist in the design of noise control and mitigation strategies for compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams on permitting, planning, and environmental studies.
- Prepare technical reports and contribute to deliverables for agency, client, and stakeholder review.
- Support the development of policies and best practices for noise management.
- Develop environmental noise analyses for industrial, utility, and transportation clients to satisfy federal, state, or local acoustic criteria. Environmental acoustic analyses include noise monitoring, modeling, and mitigation design.
- Travel to projects to conduct ambient and operating sound surveys.
- Prepare technical deliverables, including environmental assessments, permitting documents, and compliance monitoring reports.
- Receive training and mentorship from senior acoustical staff to build proficiency in acoustic tools, field methodologies, and regulatory frameworks.
- Stay current with advancements in noise control engineering, modeling techniques, and regulatory frameworks.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match
- Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development support
- Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
