Senior Acoustician

HDR

Salary undisclosed

United States, California, Los AngelesFull-timeOn-siteProficient

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Description

At HDR, our employee-owners are fully engaged in creating a welcoming environment where each of us is valued and respected, a place where everyone is empowered to bring their authentic selves and novel ideas to work every day. As we foster a culture of inclusion throughout our company and within our communities, we constantly ask ourselves: What is our impact on the world?

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Each and every role throughout our organization makes a difference in our ability to change the world for the better. Read further to learn how you could help make great things possible not only in your community, but around the world.

We believe building engineering is more than systems and structures, it’s about powering progress and enabling innovation. As part of HDR’s Building Engineering Services Group, you’ll help design the critical infrastructure that supports the digital age and shapes the spaces where people work, connect, and thrive. From high-performance data centers driving the future of AI to dynamic commercial environments, your work will directly support technological advancement, sustainability, and human experience. We bring together mechanical, electrical, structural, and civil engineering experts to solve complex design challenges with precision, creativity, and collaboration. Whether you're optimizing energy efficiency, integrating resilient systems, or engineering the backbone of next-generation facilities, your contributions will help define the future of the built environment. This isn’t just a job, it’s a chance to lead innovation, engineer impact, and build a legacy of excellence.

In the role of Senior Acoustician, we'll count on you to

Be a technical expert with recognized authority in an area of specialization, resolve problems of greater scope and complexity, lead and manage acoustical and vibration assessments, and work on a wide range of projects
Plan and develop projects or design activities that have significant impact on major company programs as needed
Plan, organize and supervise work of medium to large staff of professionals and technicians as needed
Serve as Project Manager on larger projects, though project management is not the sole focus of the position
Focus on tasks including architectural acoustics, environmental noise, and vibration-related analyses
Use state-of-the-art instruments to measure noise and vibrations and to process and analyze that data is required
Perform other related duties as necessary

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Keywords: Senior Acoustician, acoustical analysis

Preferred Qualifications

PE or INCE Board certification
Can travel to work in other local So Cal offices.
Driving to project/client sites will be required.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics or closely related field
10 or more years of experience in acoustical analysis with a successful track record of marketing, project management, staff management and client satisfaction, business development skills
Leadership skills and ability to manage in a team environment
Familiarity of local clients and markets
Proficiency with Microsoft Office
Highly motivated self-starter
Excellent communication skills
Proficiency with GIS and GPS
Proficiency with state-of-the-art software used to process and analyze noise and vibration measurement data
Familiar with relevant ISO and related acoustical standards
Familiar with current guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, UFC, etc)
May require travel
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must

What We Believe
HDR is our company. Together, we build on each other's life experiences and perspectives to make great things possible every day. This shapes our collaborative culture, encourages organizational trust and connects us closer to the clients and communities we serve.

Our Commitment
As employee owners, we all have a role in creating an inclusive environment where each of us is welcomed, valued, respected and empowered to bring our authentic selves to work every day.

Our eight Employee Network Groups (Asian Pacific, Black, Hispanic/Latino(a), LGBTQ+, People with Disabilities, Veterans, Women, Young Professionals) help create a sense of belonging and foster a supportive environment where everyone is empowered to engage and contribute. Each group has an executive sponsor and is open to all employees.

We provide a comprehensive benefits package that promotes employee ownership, employee health, performance, and success, which includes medical, dental, vision, short and long-term disability, life insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time away, parental leave, paid holidays, a retirement savings plan with employer match, employee referral bonus and tuition reimbursement. The expected compensation range for this position depends upon skills, experience, education and geographical location. (Stated benefits are for full-time regular positions. Temporary Tell us about a p

At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity.

We are an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer.

We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

Benefits

health insurance
stock options
parental leave
tuition reimbursement
life insurance

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