HDR · 1 week ago
Noise Specialist 2
Virginia Beach, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$84K/yr - $120K/yr
5+ years expHDR is a company focused on creating a welcoming environment and fostering inclusion. They are seeking a Traffic Noise Specialist 2 to support transportation, environmental, and architectural acoustics projects, focusing on preparing Traffic Noise Reports and performing analyses related to transportation noise and vibration.
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Responsibilities
Serve as an experienced Traffic Noise Analyst focused on preparing Traffic Noise Reports with proven strong analytical and writing skills
Perform acoustical assignments requiring application of standard and non-standard techniques and procedures
Complete projects with clear, specified objectives and limited variables
Work independently on projects or assist more senior staff on larger projects
Function as a Technical Specialist, Task Lead or Project Manager on projects as needed. Project management is not the sole focus of this position
Give direction to clerical, technical and lower-level professional personnel as needed
Focus on tasks including transportation noise, environmental noise and vibration-related analyses
Preparing and reviewing technical studies for NEPA compliance and do public outreach as necessary
Utilize GIS and the FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM) to perform traffic noise analyses around the United States
Perform other related duties as necessary
Willingness to travel to project locations as needed, including occasional overnight stays
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, or closely related field
A minimum of 5 years related experience
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proficiency with GIS
Proficiency with state-of-the-art software used to process and analyze measurement data
Must be familiar with relevant ISO and related U.S. acoustical standards
Familiar with current guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, USIBC, etc)
Good verbal and written communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Preferred
PE or INCE Board certification
Master's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, or closely related field
Bachelor's degree in Acoustics, Math, Physics, Engineering, Biology, Geology or closely related field
A minimum of 4 years related experience
Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to work in a team environment
Proficient with Microsoft Office
Proficient with GIS and the FHWA Traffic Noise Model (TNM)
Proficient with field noise measurements and software used to process and analyze measurement data
Must be familiar with relevant ISO and related U.S. acoustical standards
Familiar with current guidance documents for acoustical analyses (FHWA, FTA, FRA, USIBC, etc)
Good verbal and written communication skills
An attitude and commitment to being an active participant of our employee-owned culture is a must
Actively participates in professional organizations
Work Flexibility
Preference given to local candidates
Benefits
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
Tuition reimbursement
Company
HDR
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