Environmental Noise and Vibration - Scientist Engineer
About The Position
RWDI is seeking an energetic and motivated Scientist Engineer to join its Environmental Noise & Vibration team in Warren, Michigan. The role supports clients across the buildings, infrastructure, and industrial sectors and involves applying technical expertise in environmental noise and/or vibration. Team practitioners are purely technical; the position does not involve project management, though it offers opportunities to build client relationships and support the project management team. The team works on projects of varying sizes across North America. The successful candidate will conduct assessments and field measurement programs, analyze data, prepare reports and site documentation, and advise clients on noise-control solutions. The role requires collaboration as well as the ability to work independently, prioritize competing work across several projects, and complete assignments to schedule, budget, and quality standards. Travel is approximately 50% across North America, with field work that may occasionally take place at night or on weekends. RWDI describes itself as a value-based organization guided by innovation, integrity, and integration. It is committed to equal opportunity employment and diversity and inclusion, and accommodation is available during all stages of recruitment. AI will not be used through the recruitment process.
Requirements
- Undergraduate degree in applicable engineering, with coursework or specialization in vibration and/or acoustics.
- Applicants without P.E. eligibility may be considered if they have significant applicable experience.
- Valid driver’s license and ability to travel to sites in and around Warren.
- Willingness to travel approximately 50% of the time across North America and conduct field work, including occasional nights and weekends.
- Ability to meet deadlines and complete work on schedule and within budget.
- Ability to work independently and effectively within a team.
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods, lift objects up to 50 pounds, and work on or climb elevated equipment.
- Strong collaboration, people, and teamwork skills; ability to prioritize and complete work independently.
- Ability to manage time carefully and balance work across several ongoing projects.
- Problem-solving ability, independent learning, and initiative.
Nice To Haves
- Familiarity or proficiency with CADNA/A, SoundPLAN, and CAD/graphics packages.
Responsibilities
- Conduct noise, acoustical, and vibration assessments using standard and non-standard analysis techniques and procedures.
- Enter, manipulate, and analyze data in database applications.
- Prepare client reports, facility layouts, and site plans.
- Engage in peer review, design review, land-use and industrial planning and permitting, construction assessments, and noise and vibration monitoring.
- Support attended and unattended field measurement programs.
- Deliver projects on time and within budget while following a defined quality assurance process.
- Advise clients on developing, implementing, and evaluating noise-control solutions.
- Apply technical skills in a client-focused manner to support clients’ project success.
- Support projects of various sizes across North America.
- Build client relationships and support the project management team.
Benefits
- 401K matching.
- Group health benefits.
- Proactive and ongoing training and education.
- Learning Spending Account.
- Fitness Spending Account.
- Career paths and opportunities to advance.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
