Associate Acoustics Engineer

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Newcastle, New South Wales, Australia Jacobs Full time

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At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

When it comes to environmental consulting, we see the world as our greatest resource. That's why clients trust Jacobs to help solve their most complex environmental challenges and opportunities. We partner with government agencies, municipalities, private sector companies and leading environmental organisations to deliver proven industry expertise on new infrastructure, sustainability, engineering and environmental initiatives around the globe. We want you to bring your creativity and collaboration to our business, and we'll invest to help you grow, pursue, and fulfill what drives you. Together we will deliver extraordinary solutions for a better tomorrow.

We're seeking an Associate Acoustics Engineer in Eastern Australia to contribute to the technical delivery of noise and vibration assessments and inputs for Jacobs projects. The purpose of this role is to provide support within our Noise and Vibration capability in ANZ.

The successful candidate will be responsible for conducting comprehensive acoustic assessments, providing expert advice, and supporting the technical delivery of noise and vibration projects across various sectors. You will lead and write proposals, and collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to drive, plan, and deliver integrated projects.

The role will draw on your experience providing advice and acoustic assessments throughout Australia and New Zealand.

We value collaboration and believe that in-person interactions are crucial for both our culture and client delivery. We empower employees with our hybrid working policy, allowing them to split their work week between Jacobs offices/projects and remote locations enabling them to deliver their best work.

Here's what you'll need

  • Relevant degree in Acoustics, Mechanical Engineer or a related field such as Physics or Environmental Engineering,
  • 8+ years of applicable experience,
  • A strong understanding of acoustic first principles and be able to demonstrate technical acumen in areas including noise and vibration modelling and prediction, evaluation of results, control of impacts, and monitoring.
  • Proven experience in delivering environmental acoustics-related projects; building related acoustics experience is advantageous
  • Excellent communication skills, including report writing and oral communication,
  • Ability to work effectively as part of a team to deliver high-quality outcomes for clients.
  • Membership and accreditation from relevant professional bodies (i.e., member of the Australian Acoustic Society and/or Chartered Professional Engineer with Engineers Australia and other State professional engineering schemes) is desirable

Jacobs. A world where you can.

At Jacobs, belonging isn't just valued — It's our foundation for excellence. Our culture of caring powers our competitive edge.

Our meticulously curated employee benefits support ALL employees throughout every stage of life — from paid parental leave to a lifetime financial allowance for you and your partner to access family forming Fertility & IVF treatment, adoption and surrogacy assistance along with menopause and Low T treatment. We are steadfast in our commitment to the wellbeing of you and your loved ones with a comprehensive suite of wellbeing resources supporting you physically, emotionally and financially. This is demonstrated in our company being recognised by WGEA for 12 consecutive years as an employer of choice for gender equality along with our industry leading silver status from AWEI.

We know that when people feel truly included, connection deepens and innovation soars. We accept people for who they are, regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marital status, mental health, race, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you're pregnant or on family leave. This is reflected in our eight global Jacobs employee networks centred on driving inclusion and belonging – ACE, Careers, Enlace, Harambee, OneWorld, Prism, Vetnet, and our Women's Network – find out more about our Jacobs Employee Networks here.

No matter what drives you, you'll discover a way to cultivate, nurture and achieve your goals – all at a single global company.

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Cultural Support

We're an equal opportunity employer and encourage candidates of diverse backgrounds to apply. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are strongly encouraged to apply. Jacobs aims to provide cultural safety at our interviews. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are invited to nominate a cultural representative to participate on the interview panel; please let your recruiter know in your application.

Please note If you are being represented by a recruitment agency you will not be considered, to be considered you will need to apply directly to Jacobs.Seniority level
  • Seniority levelNot Applicable
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  • Job functionEngineering and Information Technology
  • IndustriesCivil Engineering, Design Services, and IT Services and IT Consulting

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