Lead Acoustics & Noise Control Specialist

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As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Why Black and Veatch

Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life.

At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use.

The Opportunity

• 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.

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, and climate action solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• The Lead Acoustics & Noise Control Specialist is involved in all aspects of acoustical design and noise control engineering to support the broad scope of global Black & Veatch projects in the areas of power generation (conventional and renewable), data centers, petrochemical, electric transmission and distribution, water supply, wastewater treatment, and telecommunications.
• Supports all phases of projects including siting, permitting, independent engineering, engineering design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• The Lead Acoustics & Noise Control Specialist coordinates directly with project managers, proposal managers, chief engineers, and project design engineers from all divisions and businesses within Black & Veatch as well as with clients, facility owners, and equipment manufacturers.
• Environmental Assessments – Leads and performs noise impact studies to support the siting, permitting, and licensing of new facilities. These efforts include reviewing noise regulations, conducting ambient noise surveys, modeling facility noise emissions, evaluating potential community impacts, determining necessary mitigation, preparing required reports and documentation, supporting licensing efforts through agency and public review, and providing expert testimony as necessary.
• Acoustical Design – Leads and performs acoustical design studies to support project engineering, procurement, and construction activities. Develops equipment sound level specifications and mitigation requirements to ensure compliance with the design objectives while maintaining a cost-effective facility design. Prepares test protocols and perform noise emissions performance tests to demonstrate compliance with all regulatory and contractual requirements.

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

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 qualifies the individual to perform the job responsibilities may also be considered.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in acoustical consulting; specific experience in industrial noise control and environmental noise assessment preferred.
• Advanced computer skills in Word, Excel, and graphics programs; experience with environmental noise modeling software preferred; familiarity with GIS software would be beneficial.
• Experience leading and managing small teams to achieve timely and accurate project goals.
• Demonstrated experience in conducting quality reviews of deliverables.
• Experience in proposal and cost estimate development preferred.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with ability to balance multiple projects while working under tight deadlines.
• Strong technical writing abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• A minimum total of 5 years of related work experience is typically necessary to move into this level.
• 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.

Certifications

Industry recognized credentials preferred as may be available and potentially necessary for job function.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Work Environment: Typical office/home office environment. Physical Demands: Sitting, talking, grasping, hearing, keyboard input, driving, seeing, writing, reaching, stooping, crouching, walking, standing for extended periods of time.
• Domestic travel required. Infrequent international travel can be necessary.
• Hybrid work schedule, 3 days in the office and 2 days remotely

Salary Plan

ENS: Eng & Technical Specialties

Job Grade

130