Noise Specialist 2

Noise Specialist 2

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world? Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

In the role of Noise Specialist 2, we'll count on you to:

• Serve as an experienced acoustical specialist conducting analyses to develop design options or recommendations and prepare service deliverable documents
• Perform acoustics, noise, and vibration assignments requiring application of standard and non-standard techniques and procedures
• Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
• Work independently on projects or assist more-senior scientists on larger projects
• Function as a Technical Specialist, Task Lead or Project Manager on projects as needed. Project management is not the sole focus of this position
• Give direction to clerical, technical and lower-level professional personnel as needed
• Focus on tasks including environmental noise, architectural acoustics, and vibration-related analyses
• Perform other related duties as necessary

Preferred Qualifications:

• PE or INCE Board certification
• Masters degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, or closely related field

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, or closely related field
• A minimum of 5 years related experience
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
• Proficient with Microsoft Office
• Proficiency with GIS
• Proficiency with state-of-the-art software used to process and analyze measurement data
• Must be familiar with relevant ISO and related U.S. acoustical standards
• Familiar with current guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, USIBC, etc)
• Good verbal and written communication skills
• An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

HDR is our company. Together, we build on each others life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve. As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected, and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day. Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.