Newcomb & Boyd, a multi-discipline engineering firm in Atlanta, Georgia is looking for a Sr. Acoustical Consultant. In addition to Atlanta, we would also be open to hiring the right person in one of our other offices: Raleigh, North Carolina, Charleston, South Carolina, or Jacksonville, Florida.
What makes working at Newcomb & Boyd so rewarding: You’ll design high-impact projects that shape the future of sustainable, intelligent design. From groundbreaking research labs to innovative learning environments, you will help create facilities for the world’s top healthcare systems, leading universities, and Fortune 500 companies. As a firm that has been in business for over 100 years, you will have ample opportunities for professional growth and the ability to collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of experts.
Responsibilities
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Gather and analyze acoustical data including field measurements of reverberation time, sound transmission, impact isolation, vibration, and mechanical noise.
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Design for Architectural Acoustics, Sound Isolation, Equipment Noise and Vibration Control, Environmental Acoustics, Industrial Noise Control, Forensic Site Investigation, and Computer Modeling and Auralization.
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Coordinate with other disciplines both in-house and out-of-house, including architectural, interior design, audio visual, MEP and structural.
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Prepare drawings, sketches, and reports to document findings and convey recommendations
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Project management and client coordination.
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Lead and direct technical staff and consultants.
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Educate and share expertise with team members.
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Available for travel (10-20%).
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Participate in the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) or Institute of Noise Control Engineers (INCE) is encouraged.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
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Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite, AutoCAD, INSUL, AIM or VA Design, and modeling software including Treble, EASE or ODEON.
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Experience with REVIT or SoundPlan preferred.
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Experience and expertise in structural vibration measurement, design, and control preferred.
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Membership in ASA and INCE preferred.
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Prioritizes effectively, have good follow-through, and practice self-implemented quality control measures.
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Ability to listen and demonstrate excellent written and verbal skills.
Education and Experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, or a related field. Course work with a focus in architectural acoustics or noise control is preferred.
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Master’s Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics or other discipline with a coursework focus on architectural acoustics and noise control preferred.
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Five+ (5+) years of Experience in the MEP industry.
Newcomb & Boyd is a firm member of the National Council of Acoustical Consultants (NCAC).
Be a Part of Our Team
Newcomb & Boyd caters to the needs of clients and owners through the integration of services including MEP, commissioning, acoustics, audio-visual, communications, building automation, theatre systems, security, and lighting design. Our portfolio comprises work across many market sectors, including aviation, civic & cultural, corporate, government, health care, academic, science & technology, and sports.
We offer a flexible, hybrid work schedule, 401(k) plan with company match, employee and family social events, health and fitness programs, and many additional benefits. We believe our purpose is to provide engineering solutions to shape the world. Come shape the world with us.
Newcomb & Boyd is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with a disability.
Newcomb & Boyd is an affirmative action employer and ensures that all applicants and employees are treated fairly in all areas of employment including recruitment, hiring, promotion, retention and compensation.
