Acoustics, Noise & Vibration Jobs

We are looking for a brilliant, bright Graduate to join a team of scientists and engineers engaged in underwater radiated noise measurements, analysis, interpretation and reporting of data knowledge. 

You will undertake and support activities associated with acoustic measurements both on shore and on board ships at coastal sites across the UK.

A Masters degree or PhD in a scientific or engineering discipline is desirable (eg. Mechanical / Aero Engineering, Audio Acoustics) is essential – as is an aptitude for (and a methodical approach to) analysis.   In addition, it would be advantageous to have an interest in ships and submarines and their associated systems, or a background in acoustics or signal processing.  Experience of report writing is important.

You will be a committed team player, possess strong communication skills with the ability to liaise with customers.  

This position is only available to British citizens who can achieve Developed Vetting (DV) security clearance, and who possess a full UK driving licence.

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Our client is seeking to appoint a Senior Noise Consultant to help deliver projects across Scotland from their offices in Edinburgh (remote working is fine, but candidates must be based in Scotland).

You should possess at least 6+ years experience delivering Environmental Noise projects across subjects such as onshore Wind Farms, Waste and Land Quality.

Candidates should be capable of conducting Landscape & Visual Impact Assessments and modelling using CADNA software.

You will work alongside a talented team of Engineers and Scientists from other disciplines (such as Process Engineering, Hydro, Archaeology & Heritage).

Applicants at the higher end of the salary range but would be expected to bring clients / assist in new business development activities.

The company operates a flexible working policy, provides a pension scheme and private healthcare for all employees.

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We are seeking to appoint a Calibration Technician to work for this independent business that specialise in the sale, hire and repair of Noise, Dust and Air monitoring equipment.

The role will be to provide a calibration service that meets the expectations of the client in line with the company quality management system. To carry out calibration of customer and company measurement equipment and the servicing / repairs of equipment sold by the company.

Suitable engineers should have a a solid understanding in the following areas -:

·        Basic understanding of electronic circuits and electronic components.

·        Experience of fault finding and repair of electronic equipment to component level

·        Experience in using test and measurement equipment.

·        Basic understanding of calibration principles.

·        Basic understanding of Acoustics, Vibration and Dust measurement principles.

·        Basic understanding of Microsoft Office software (Word, Access & Excel)

·        Basic understanding of Quality Management Systems.

Main Responsibilities:

·        Undertake technical contract review of calibration and service requests.

·        Undertake the calibration of measurement equipment in accordance with the Company’s calibration procedures

·        Undertake the repair and servicing of measurement equipment.

·        Maintenance of customer equipment calibration data and records

·        Care and protection of customer equipment during calibration process

·        Maintain impartiality in all aspects of the services provided and to inform the Technical Manager of any issues

·        Maintain client confidentiality in all aspects of the calibration / repair / service processes.

·        Performance of system verification checks

·        Hardware and Software support for customers

·        Maintenance of laboratory calibration records

·        Attend customer sites for on-site calibration functions

·        Liaison with Technical/Quality Manager on laboratory issues

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This independent acoustic consultancy are seeking to recruit Acousticians to assist in the delivery of high quality consultancy work to their clients on projects such as roads / transportation, quarrying / minerals, schools, and leisure centres.

The role will be varied and will include liaising with clients, undertaking noise surveys, acoustic testing, assessments, calculations, preparing appropriate technical specifications, details and reports.

Candidates must have strong mathematical and equation solving skills, along with the ability to write clear and concise reports.

You will already have experience of working on environmental noise / planning schemes within an acoustic / environmental consultancy business.

Experience of using SoundPLAN modelling software would be advantageous. Strong excel skills are essential.

There is flexibility around home working for the right candidates.

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This is a fantastic role to assist in the growth and development of an established independent Acoustic consultancy. They are seeking to appoint an ambitious Acoustic Engineer with 5+ years’ experience in consultancy.

The successful applicant can be based in either the South West London or Dublin offices – with occasional travel between the two offices expected. Home working will form a large part of the role, but candidates must be located near to South West London or Dublin.

The company are currently working on an extensive portfolio of prestigious design and infrastructural projects. With specific experience in Architectural Design and/or Environmental Impact Assessments, the successful candidate will work to enhance and develop their growing project portfolio.

Along with a degree qualification in Acoustics, the following skills and experience are sought:

• 5 or more years’ experience working as an acoustic consultant
• Proven track record of successful management of large-scale projects, acting as lead acoustic consultant and mentoring junior personnel
• Experience in the tender, design, construction, and commissioning phases for building and/or environmental projects
• Experience working with multi-disciplinary design teams and with sub-consultants
• Superb communication skills and client facing skills
• Excellent report writing skills and attention to detail
• Hold a full driving licence and have own vehicle (business related mileage allowance paid) and be willing to travel throughout Ireland and the UK
• The ability to participate at a senior level within the firm to develop business strategy and deliver growth will be rewarded with a profit share scheme and potential further career development

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We are seeking a Project Scientist / Field Engineer to join the UK operation of an international group of companies specialising in the design and manufacture of acoustic instrumentation, conduct of large scale and complex acoustic recording projects and numerical acoustic modelling of underwater noise.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for a motivated and committed candidate to join this highly respected specialist underwater acoustics consultancy. The group employs some of the world’s leading acoustic and bioacoustic scientists and candidates will need to demonstrate an exceptional level of academic capability and a high standard of written English to be successful.

The role principally involves advanced numerical acoustic modelling for a range of industrial activities, preparation of reports and presentation of results. A number of coding languages are used in the businesses modelling methodologies and there will be a steep learning curve requiring a diligent, proactive and thorough approach. Coding skills are essential as is an ability to work logically to manipulate large volumes of data in a variety of software applications. The work is also highly collaborative, and a typical project involves input from experts in a number of different offices around the world - therefore good communication skills are vital.

The principle field role will involve preparation, deployment and retrieval of a variety of underwater acoustic instrumentation packages in coastal and offshore environments.  There will be a requirement at times for a significant amount of world travel in addition to technical training overseas and candidates must be able to travel away from home for periods of up to one month, at short notice, without any domestic impediments.

Candidates will require both a strong academic background (PhD) in either acoustics, physics, applied oceanography, engineering or maths as well as a willingness and practical ability to work effectively at sea and cope with the physical aspects of handling occasionally large and complex acoustic equipment in sometimes challenging settings.

The role offers a significant amount of responsibility at an early stage and the successful candidate must demonstrate a considerable degree of self-reliance, initiative, attention to detail and an ability to work methodically, unsupervised. The challenges that accompany this position offer a high level of job satisfaction and intellectual fulfilment within the framework of this flexible, exceptionally friendly, international rapidly growing business.

Candidates will need to be eligible to work in the UK, hold a full driving licence and, on joining, pass a UKOOA offshore medical and complete formal HSE (BOSIET) training to qualify for offshore work.

Candidates must be able to achieve Developed Vetting Security Clearance to be considered for this post.

A full UK driving licence is essential.

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Due to continued success and growth, this leading and well respected consultancy have an exciting opening in the North West of England for a Senior Noise Consultant (minimum 5+ years experience) who can demonstrate a strong background in delivering work across two or more of these sectors: renewables, highways, rail and large residential.

You will be joining a small but brilliant team in the North West of England with support from Directors / Associates.

You will have experience of mentoring junior consultants and delivering Noise chapters into large EIAs. You should have a thorough knowledge of the planning process and relevant standards / regulations in relation to all aspects of Environmental Noise considerations.

Working knowledge of noise modelling software such as CadnaA / Lima would be beneficial.

The company offers an excellent working environment, a pension scheme contributing up to 6% of salary and an annual bonus scheme.

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