Newcomb & Boyd

Atlanta, Georgia

Newcomb & Boyd, a multi-discipline engineering firm in Atlanta, Georgia is looking for an Acoustical Consultant.

For 100 years, we have been designing innovative systems that bring buildings to life. Our projects positively impact society, from research labs to cure infectious and chronic diseases to smart classrooms to inspire today’s scholars and tomorrow’s leaders. We are known for our sustainable and intelligent approach to design as we develop award-winning solutions for Fortune 500 companies, top healthcare systems, and leading universities.

At Newcomb & Boyd, we value the highest technical competencies, a “team-first” mentality, excellent communication skills, and a self-driven work ethic. We offer ample opportunities for professional growth, as evidenced by industry-low turnover.

Responsibilities

• Gather and analyze acoustical data including field measurements of reverberation time, sound transmission, impact isolation, vibration, and mechanical noise.
• Design for Architectural Acoustics, Sound Isolation, Equipment Noise and Vibration Control, Environmental Acoustics, Industrial Noise Control, Site Investigation, and Computer Modeling and Auralization.
• Coordinate with other disciplines both in-house and out-of-house, including architectural, interior design, audio visual, MEP and structural.
• Prepare drawings, sketches, and reports to document findings and convey recommendations
• Available for travel (10-20%).
• Participation in the Acoustical Society of America (ASA) or Institute of Noise Control Engineers (INCE) is encouraged.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work a hybrid (office & remote) schedule
• Ability to learn new skills and work effectively with all acoustic team members
• Demonstrate proficiency with Microsoft Office suite.
• Familiarity with Revit preferred.
• Prioritizes effectively, have good follow-through, and practice self-implemented quality control measures.
• Ability to listen and demonstrate excellent written and verbal skills.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’sDegree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
• Previous three to six (3-6) years’ experience working in architectural acoustics or noise control required.
• Current or previous membership in ASA and INCE preferred.

Be a Part of Our Team

In addition to acoustical design, Newcomb & Boyd caters to the needs of clients and owners through the design of MEP systems with the integration of additional services including commissioning, 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.

Newcomb & Boyd is a firm member of the National Council of Acoustical Consultants (NCAC).

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.

For candidates that are interested, please apply at this link: https://www.paycomonline.net/v4/ats/web.php/jobs/ViewJobDetails?job=96740&clientkey=C701AB8C2CBE70BB91B9BD24164532B9

ETS Lindgren

Cedar Park, TX

Help us build a smarter, more connected future! ETS-Lindgren (www.ets-lindgren.com) is the leading solutions company providing components and systems that measure, shield and control electromagnetic and acoustic energy, allowing our customers to meet compliance requirements, and develop and produce the next generation of products that improve lives and enhance human intelligence. Join a global, team-oriented organization as our new Manager, Acoustic Laboratory in our Cedar Park office where the work is interesting and fast paced. Each day brings new opportunities to tackle challenges or foster new relationships.

POSITION DESCRIPTION

• Coordinate, schedule, and conduct testing through the laboratory by effective communication with laboratory staff and clients (internal and external), in accordance with the laboratory’s written test procedures
• Accomplish Acoustic Laboratory financial/managerial reporting using company approved management
• Assist in development of SOPs and maintenance of Management Program related to Quality
• All other activities necessary to support development, maintenance, and implementation of policies and programs addressing operational issues encumbered by the Quality Policy statement
• Develop written test methods that properly implement requirements of industry test standards for which the laboratory maintains accreditation
• Maintain familiarity with acoustic test standards for which the laboratory is accredited and monitor ongoing development of these standards by attending industry standard working group meetings such as ASTM E33 subcommittee meetings
• Interface with NVLAP on periodic assessments with respect to issues concerning quality procedures and their implementation
• Address issues raised by internal audits and NVLAP assessments with respect to issues concerning quality procedures and their implementation
• All other activities necessary to support development, maintenance, and implementation of ARL quality policies and programs

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Acoustics or Engineering or 10+ years equivalent experience
• 5 years’ of relevant experience

PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS

• Master’s degree in Acoustics or Engineering
• 10+ years’ experience

BENEFITS WE OFFER

• Medical (with Health Savings Account), Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Healthcare Flexible Spending Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match
• Stock Purchase Plan with company match
• Company Paid Basic Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, Bereavement Leave, & Holidays
• Parental & Caregiver Leave
• Employee Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Appreciation Incentives (Birthdays, Recognition Awards, etc.)
• PPE Reimbursement
• Gym Membership Reimbursement

ABOUT ETS-Lindgren

If you have a cell phone, drive a car, listen to music, or had an MRI scan, chances are ETS-Lindgren made those experiences possible. Many of today's items create, use, or are affected by electromagnetic, magnetic, or acoustic energy. To make sure things work together harmoniously in the same environment, testing has to be done according to established compliance and performance standards. ETS-Lindgren is the company who designs and manufactures the test systems making our electronics infused lifestyle a reality!

Data Protection & Privacy Notice: Before applying, please review our data protection and privacy notice at http://www.ets-lindgren.com/Privacy-Policy to help you understand what information we collect, why we collect it, as well as your data protection and privacy rights.

Equal Employment Opportunity: ETS-Lindgren is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind. ETS-Lindgren is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at ETS-Lindgren are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. ETS-Lindgren will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. ETS-Lindgren encourages applicants of all ages. ETS-Lindgren will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. ETS-Lindgren will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law.

E-verify Program: ETS-Lindgren participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-verify program as required by law. For more information, please go to http://www.uscis.gov/E-verify.

Drug-Free Workplace: ETS-Lindgren is a drug-free workplace.

Candidates can apply online through the ETS-Lindgren job board.

New York State Department of Public Service

Albany, NY

Title and Grade:   Utility Engineering Specialist 1, Grade 18 (NY HELPS)

Salary Range:   $65,001 – $82,656                                

Position Description:   Permanent, Competitive, Full-time, PS&T

Location:   Office of Energy System Planning and Performance; Albany, NY

About the Department:

The primary mission of the New York State Department of Public Service (DPS or Department) is to ensure affordable, safe, secure, and reliable access to electric, gas, steam, telecommunications, and water services for New York State’s residential and business consumers, at just and reasonable rates, while protecting the natural environment. The Department also seeks to stimulate effective competitive markets for clean, renewable, and distributed energy resources that benefit New York consumers, as well as product and service innovations.

Minimum Qualifications:

General Public

Non-Competitive (NY HELPS)*:

Applicants must have a bachelor's degree or higher in an accredited engineering curriculum. 

55-b/c:

Candidates who are currently eligible, who meet the qualifications listed in the “Non-Competitive (NY HELPS)” section above are encouraged to apply. If interested in this position and applying using your 55-b/c status, please provide a copy of your current 55-b/c eligibility letter. 

Engineering Lists:

Individuals meeting the above minimum qualifications who are currently on any Engineering Examination List are encouraged to apply to this posting as the list(s) will not be canvassed at this time.

Transfer
Current New York State employee with one year or more of permanent, competitive, or 55-b/c service as a Utility Engineering Specialist 1, Grade 18.

Preferred Qualifications

A qualifying bachelor’s degree in engineering with coursework that includes a minimum of six credits in one of the following areas: outdoor noise propagation, indoor noise propagation, computer noise modeling, assessment and mitigation of mechanical noise, collection, or analysis of noise measurements. Alternatively, a qualifying bachelor’s degree in engineering and a minimum of two years of relevant experience in the above-named areas. Knowledge of the following is also preferred: operation of sound level meters (B&K, Norsonics, Rion, Larson-Davis, or similar) and collection of sound measurements; post-processing of collected sound data; 3D outdoor computer noise modeling (e.g., CadnaA, Predictor, Traffic Noise Model (TNM), Integrated Noise Model (INM)); and operation of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) or similar mapping software. Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Microsoft Excel (Pivot tables, lookup functions, graphs, and filters) is also preferred.

Duties Description: 

The Utility Engineering Specialist 1, Grade 18, will have a focus on acoustics in the Environmental Certification and Compliance Section in the Office of Energy System Planning and Performance, which performs a critical regulatory role in the review, approval, and compliance enforcement of the State’s large-scale renewable energy program through oversight of the environmental permitting process and construction of electric and gas transmission and electric generation facilities.  Specific duties include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Assisting with the review of application materials, compliance filings, Environmental Management and Construction Plans (EM&CP), noise mitigation assessments, and computer noise modeling results.
• Witnessing, performing, or assisting with the documentation of pre-construction baseline sound conditions, post-construction noise and vibration tests; reviewing of results for determination of compliance with noise or vibration conditions.
• Investigating or assisting with the investigation of noise and vibration related complaints received by the Department for construction and operational phases of jurisdictional large-scale renewable energy generation and electric transmission projects within New York State.
• Attending meetings with Applicants, Certificate Holders, and other parties.
• Attending confidential settlement meetings.
• Performing additional relevant duties that may be required, as directed.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

The Department of Public Service is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting the Designee for Reasonable Accommodations (DRA) and Americans with Disabilities Act Coordinator which can be found under the Accessibility Link on the Department’s webpage at https://dps.ny.gov.

Additional Comments:

* This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS).

This title is part of the New York Hiring for Emergency Limited Placement Statewide Program (NY HELPS). For the duration of the NY HELPS Program, this title may be filled via a non-competitive appointment, which means no examination is required but all candidates must meet the minimum qualifications of the title for which they apply.

At a future date, it is expected employees hired under NY HELPS will have their non-competitive employment status converted to competitive status, without having to compete in an examination. Employees will then be afforded with all of the same rights and privileges of competitive class employees of New York State. While serving permanently in an NY HELPS title, employees may take part in any promotion examination for which they are qualified.

Some positions may require travel and as such, it may require that you have a valid license to operate a motor vehicle in New York State or otherwise demonstrate an ability to perform the required field work if public transportation is not available.  You will be advised of this further at the employment interview.

Background Investigation: Due to the nature of these positions, there may be an investigative screening which could include a thorough character investigation. All convictions must be reported. Conviction of a felony or misdemeanor or any falsified or omitted information may bar appointment or result in removal after appointment. Each case is determined on its own merit, consistent with the applicable provisions of State and federal laws.

To Apply: 

Please send a resume, cover letter, and proof of meeting the minimum qualifications to recruiting@dps.ny.gov or fax to Human Resources Management at (518)473-9990. Please reference “Utility Engineering Specialist 1, NYHELPS posting 01758” and be sure to include your preferred section(s) when applying.