Position Description:

Position Summary

Paxwood Acoustics is seeking a full-time Senior Analyst or Associate Engineer/Consultant. The position involves working on a wide range of noise control and environmental permitting and compliance projects, including sound measurement planning and execution, acoustic modeling and data analysis, and technical report preparation. The role requires periodic out-of-state travel for fieldwork and participation in public meetings. This is a remote position within the Northeastern or Midwestern United States. A location within two hours of a major airport, is preferred.

Responsibilities

This role may be filled at the Senior Analyst or Associate Engineer/Consultant level depending on the candidate's experience. Core responsibilities are shared, but level determines the expected autonomy, deliverable ownership (report authorship), technical specialization, and client/regulatory engagement. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Assisting with planning and conducting technical scope of projects including geospatial acoustical modeling, data analysis, and field work, including sound level meteorological measurements, exercising professional judgement and, when appropriate, following applicable industry standards across the U.S.
• Developing practical and actionable noise mitigation recommendations to help clients comply with regulations and meet project goals.
• Interacting and consulting with clients, colleagues, and collaborators.
• Preparing graphics, tables, and maps for reports and presentations.
• Researching and reviewing relevant technical information, research papers, specifications, and standards.
• Assisting with administrative and operational tasks as needed.
• Presenting technical information and answering questions at conferences.

SPECIFIC TO SENIOR ANALYST:

• Authoring components of technical reports and correspondence that provides interpretation and professional discernment of data and modeling results with recommendations and conclusions, helping clients and stakeholders make informed decisions about projects.

SPECIFIC TO ASSOCIATE ENGINEER/CONSULTANT:

• Authoring complete technical reports and correspondence that provides interpretation and professional discernment of data and modeling results with recommendations and conclusions, helping clients and stakeholders make informed decisions about projects.
• Presenting technical information and answering questions at public meetings.
• Developing specialization in specific technical skills and/or market sectors

Required Qualifications

Experience & Education

FOR PROJECT ENGINEER/CONSULTANT:

• Core Requirement: Bachelor's degree in acoustics, engineering, environmental or physical sciences, math or data-related field.

FOR SENIOR ANALYST:

• 2 to 4 years of experience in an acoustical consulting environment. No acoustical consulting experience needed with a Master’s degree in acoustics.

FOR ASSOCIATE ENGINEER/CONSULTANT:

• 3 to 6 years of experience in an acoustical consulting environment. Only 2 years acoustical consulting experience needed with a Master's degree in acoustics.
• Progress toward INCE Board Certification.

Technical Skillsets & Knowledge

FOR SENIOR ANALYST:

• Experience with fieldwork, acoustical data collection, and equipment care and maintenance.
• Experience with acoustical data analysis and modeling.
• Demonstrated ability to independently complete technical tasks.

FOR ASSOCIATE ENGINEER/CONSULTANT:

• Proficient in planning and conducting acoustical fieldwork and sound level measurements.
• Proficient in acoustical data analysis and modeling.
• Experience developing actionable recommendations for noise reduction.
• Demonstrated work towards specialization in specific technical skills and/or market sectors.

Consulting Skillsets & Knowledge

Core Requirements:

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to manage work across multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to exercise good professional judgment ensuring accurate data collection, analysis, and modeling leading to expert recommendations and insights.
• Ability to manage work across multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to work independently and follow through on assignments.
• Strong organizational skills for managing digital and physical work environments.
• High ethical standards, including maintaining confidential information and professional integrity.

FOR SENIOR ANALYST:

• Increasing level of report support to basic independent reporting.
• Good communications skills and experience communicating regularly with colleagues and beginning to interface with clients.

FOR ASSOCIATE ENGINEER/CONSULTANT:

• Ability to provide peer support and quality control for more junior staff.
• Ability to independently produce reports.
• Good communications skills and experience communicating regularly with colleagues, clients, and regulatory bodies.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications

• Experience with ISO 9613-2 modeling software (e.g., CadnaA or SoundPLAN).
• Experience in geospatial and/or CAD software (e.g., ArcGIS or AutoCAD).
• Experience programming or data analysis using R, VBA, Python, or MATLAB.
• Experience with graphic design.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word and Excel.
• Ability to collaborate within a multidisciplinary project team.

Contact Information:

For more information on Paxwood Acoustics and what we have to offer check us out at paxwoodacoustics.com/careers.

To apply for this position email your cover letter and resume to Careers@PaxwoodAcoustics.com