Associate Acoustics & Noise Control Specialist

The Opportunity

In this role as an Associate Acoustics & Noise Control Specialist , you will have the opportunity to:

• Work with a dynamic team within an established global infrastructure consulting and engineering company.
• Work with a team of Acoustic & Noise Control specialists to support project owners in identifying and mitigating risk associated with environmental noise and industrial noise control.  
• Join Black & Veatch’s Environmental practice focused on ensuring environmental stewardship for our clients. 

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The Team

Our Environmental team is a multidisciplinary team of ecologists, engineers, scientists, project managers, and attorneys working together to identify optimum environmental solutions for our clients.  We have provided environmental consulting services in support of projects for over 40 years including a diverse and growing mix of infrastructure projects such as power generation (conventional and renewable) and transmission, oil and gas facilities and pipelines, water and wastewater treatment facilities, data centers, and food and beverage industries. As a full-service environmental consulting practice, services include impact assessment and planning, regulatory compliance and permitting, wetland and floodplain analysis, waterbody and water quality assessment, air quality permitting and management, environmental remediation, site due diligence, environmental noise assessment, pollution prevention planning, and climate action solutions. 

Key Responsibilities

• The Associate Acoustics & Noise Control Specialist supports acoustical design and noise control engineering for Black & Veatch projects, with emphasis on environmental and community noise assessment for power generation (conventional and renewable), data centers, petrochemical, electric transmission and distribution, water supply, wastewater treatment, and telecommunications projects. 
• Supports project phases including feasibility, siting, permitting, independent engineering, engineering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning, with responsibility for evaluating environmental noise risks and compliance requirements. 
• Coordinates directly with project managers, proposal managers, chief engineers, project design engineers, clients, facility owners, and equipment manufacturers to develop practical, cost-effective noise control and mitigation solutions. 
• Environmental Noise Assessments – Supports siting, permitting, and licensing studies for new and modified facilities by reviewing applicable local, state, and federal noise regulations and land use compatibility criteria; identifying sensitive receptors; conducting ambient noise surveys; developing and applying environmental noise models; evaluating construction and operational noise impacts; recommending mitigation; and preparing technical reports and supporting documentation for agency and public review. 
• Acoustical Design and Compliance – Performs acoustical design studies to support engineering, procurement, and construction activities; develops equipment sound level specifications and mitigation requirements; prepares test protocols and performs or supports noise emissions performance testing to demonstrate compliance with regulatory and contractual requirements; and may support licensing proceedings, client presentations, and expert testimony as needed. 

Management Responsibilities

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Preferred Qualifications

• BS or MS degree in engineering or science; specialization in acoustics and/or noise control preferred. Other degrees, specialized training, or experience that uniquely qualify the individual to perform the job responsibilities may also be considered. 
• Demonstrated experience supporting environmental and community noise assessments, acoustical design studies, and noise control engineering activities relevant to the key responsibilities listed above. 
• Experience working independently and as part of a team to achieve timely and accurate project goals. 
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in acoustical consulting, with experience in environmental noise assessment and industrial noise control preferred. 
• Familiarity with environmental noise regulations, noise ordinances, permitting requirements, and land use compatibility criteria applicable to infrastructure and industrial projects. 
• Experience conducting ambient noise monitoring, reviewing field data, and applying environmental noise modeling software to evaluate community impacts and mitigation options. 
• Advanced computer skills in Word, Excel, and graphics programs; familiarity with GIS software is beneficial. 
• Strong critical thinking, problem-solving, and technical writing skills, with ability to prepare clear reports and communicate findings to technical and non-technical audiences. 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to balance multiple projects under tight deadlines; experience supporting client, agency, and public-facing discussions is beneficial. 
• Positive, team-first, get-the-job-done commitment. 
• Domestic travel required. Infrequent international travel can be necessary. 

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or professional degree in Sciences in area of expertise preferred with specialized training, or experience that uniquely qualifies the individual to perform the job responsibilities. 
• A minimum total of 3 years of related work experience. Graduate work may count as related work experience if directly applicable to job function. 
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations. 

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. 
• Ability to utilize audio/videoconferencing software tools for internal/external communication 
• Sitting/standing/computer usage for extended periods of time 
• Domestic travel is required