Noise Specialist 1

HDR • Dallas, TX

30d

About The Position

HDR is hiring a Noise Specialist 1 in its Power sector, contributing to projects involving electricity generation, transmission, and delivery. The role conducts noise, acoustical, and vibration studies across a variety of projects, including environmental noise, architectural acoustics, building noise, and vibration analyses. The specialist assists with field and subconsultant data collection and develops noise reports. Work may involve independently completing small projects with clear objectives and limited variables or supporting senior colleagues on larger projects. The position also involves collaborating with staff and interacting with local regulators and subcontractors, using instruments and software to measure, process, and analyze noise and vibration data.

HDR describes its employee-owned culture as collaborative and inclusive, with an emphasis on welcoming, valuing, respecting, and empowering employees. Employee Network Groups support belonging and employee engagement.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, or a closely related field.
• Understanding of GIS and GPS.
• Self-starter with excellent writing and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Proficiency with state-of-the-art software used to process and analyze noise and vibration measurement data.
• Familiarity with relevant acoustical standards.
• Commitment to actively participating in HDR's employee-owned culture.

Responsibilities

• Conduct noise, acoustical, and/or vibration studies on various projects.
• Assist with preparing data collection from the field and subconsultants, and develop noise reports.
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables.
• Work independently on small projects or assist more-senior colleagues on larger projects.
• Interact with staff and work with local regulators and subcontractors.
• Perform analyses related to environmental noise, architectural acoustics, building noise, and vibration.
• Use state-of-the-art instruments to measure noise and vibration, and process and analyze the resulting data.
• Perform other related duties as necessary.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level