Noise Specialist
About The Position
HELIX Environmental Planning is hiring a Noise and Vibration Specialist for its Environmental Planning Group. This role offers the opportunity to expand technical expertise, work on diverse CEQA and NEPA projects, and take on increasing responsibility in project management, client service, and business development. Qualified candidates may be based in the Sacramento, Pasadena, or San Diego regions. The position follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office collaboration at least three days per week depending on location. Work includes conducting field measurements, modeling traffic and construction noise, researching local ordinances, collaborating with environmental planners, developing mitigation strategies, and preparing technical analyses for CEQA and NEPA documentation. The role also involves presenting findings to clients and mentoring junior staff.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in acoustics, physics, engineering, environmental science, or a related field.
- At least 4 years of professional experience preparing noise or acoustic technical studies in California.
- Experience supporting CEQA environmental review and impact assessment.
- Experience conducting ambient noise monitoring and data analysis; ANSI Type II noise level meter experience is preferred.
- Proficiency with FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM).
- Knowledge of California and federal noise regulations and guidance.
- Strong proposal preparation, writing, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word and Excel.
- Ability to travel and conduct fieldwork as needed.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SoundPLAN, CadnaA, or comparable 3D noise modeling software.
- NEPA environmental review experience.
- Experience providing construction noise monitoring and Title 24 compliance services.
- Background supporting transportation, rail, transit, utility, or infrastructure projects.
- Familiarity with FRA, FTA, CREATE, FAA AEDT, NSR, and NADR methodologies.
- Approved noise consultant status in California jurisdictions.
- Advanced degree or related professional certification.
- Established client relationships and business development experience.
Responsibilities
- Quantify construction, stationary, and mobile noise and vibration levels using computer models and spreadsheets.
- Conduct ambient noise and vibration measurements using professional monitoring equipment.
- Evaluate compliance with applicable standards, regulations, and CEQA significance thresholds.
- Research local ordinances, general plans, and federal guidance.
- Develop mitigation measures and compliance strategies.
- Manage technical studies and prepare CEQA and NEPA noise analyses.
- Provide noise compliance services, including monitoring and Title 24 analyses.
- Collaborate with clients, agencies, and internal project teams.
- Support proposal development, contract amendments, and business development efforts.
- Mentor junior staff and contribute to technical excellence across the team.
Benefits
- Robust benefits package
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Job Type
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