Senior Acoustic Consultant

ReqID: LOS0000SP

Joining Arup

Arup’s purpose, shared values, and collaborative approach has set us apart for over 75 years, guiding how we shape a better world.

At Arup, you belong to an extraordinary collective – in which we encourage individuality to thrive. Our strength comes from how we respect, share, and connect our diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas.

You will have the opportunity to do socially useful work that has meaning – to Arup, to your career, to our members and to the clients and communities we serve. 

The Opportunity

Our West Geography Acoustics, Audiovisual, Theatre, and Experience Design team (AAVTX) is growing, and we are seeking experienced audiovisual design consultants. This role can be based out of our Los Angeles or Seattle offices.

Do you thrive in environments where scientific precision meets artistic expression to create spaces that are both acoustically brilliant and aesthetically pleasing? As a Senior Acoustical Consultant , you’ll be at the forefront of shaping a better world, contributing to the design of exceptional spaces for clients ranging from renowned concert halls and recording studios to innovative corporate offices, and cutting-edge educational institutions.

This isn’t just a job; it’s an invitation to collaborate on groundbreaking projects, pushing the boundaries of acoustical engineering for clients with exacting standards. You’ll be challenged to think creatively, translating architectural visions into acoustically optimized solutions that enhance the human experience. Your expertise will be instrumental in delivering world-class projects that set new benchmarks in the field of acoustics.

This position can be worked out of the Los Angeles or Seattle offices.

The Opportunity:

Project Impact

• You have experience with delivering all multiple aspects of a project – technical, client care, financial, and team leadership

• You thoroughly explore rigorous technical backgrounds, and also take time to ensure the technical analysis are aligned project needs

• You have an eye for detail in all written, visual, and verbal communication

• You have a track record of delivering innovative acoustic solutions

• Work in conjunction with the Project Director to ensure commercial success across projects

• Prepare and present technical documentation and project progress reports to clients.

Personal Impact

• You are passionate about acoustic design and architecture, and their effects on people, cities, and health

• You thrive within a team environment, working autonomously and getting support when needed

• You communicate technical concepts clearly across many different audiences

• You are motivated to stay on top of industry trends and best practices

Team Impact

• You capably motivate, teach, and mentor junior staff through their own rewarding careers

• You contribute to overall team success through process improvement, setting standards, contributing to resourcing, and building morale

• You are proactive but tactful in motivating to meet agreed deadlines

• You actively contribute to a building and supporting a diverse team.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, understanding their unique needs and priorities

Is the role right for you

• Bachelor’s degree in acoustics or architectural engineering OR a related degree in music, architecture, physics, engineering, computer science, sound reproduction, sound recording, with strong demonstrated experience in acoustics

• 5 + years of relevant experience in acoustic design

• Strong fundamentals in acoustics, fundamentals of vibration, engineering acoustics, noise control, digital signal processing, electroacoustics, human responses to acoustics and vibration

• Proficiency with specialist technical equipment and software such as B&K, CATT, EASE, Odeon, Max/MSP, AutoCad, Revit, Rhino, Sketchup

• Candidates with additional experience in music, composition, electronic music, recording, 3D sound, live sound, production are particularly encouraged to apply

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The Benefits – What we offer you

At Arup, we care about each member’s success, so we can grow together. Guided by our values, we provide an attractive total reward package that recognizes the contribution of each of our members to our shared success. As well as competitive, fair and equitable pay, we offer a career in which all of our members can belong, grow and thrive – through benefits that support health and wellbeing, a wide range of learning opportunities and many possibilities to have an impact through the work they do.

We are owned in trust on behalf of our members, giving us the freedom, with personal responsibility, to set our own direction and choose work that aligns with our purpose and adds to Arup’s legacy. Our members collaborate on ambitious projects to deliver remarkable outcomes for our clients and communities. Profit Share is a key part of our reward, enabling members to share in the results of our collective efforts.

Benefits at Work – At Arup, we have a comprehensive and valuable benefits program that works for our employees and their families while keeping costs low. These benefits provide health and welfare security for you as well as paid time off for rest and renewal. As a member of Arup, everyone shares in our success through a global profit share scheme (payments are dependent on the firm’s financial performance). Our Global Profit Share Plan (paid bi-annually) provides an opportunity for you to share in the success of the Firm. As a valued employee of Arup, you can also choose to participate in our 401(k) plan with up to 10% company match to help you save for your future

Flexible Working – We believe that flexible arrangements create a more inclusive way of working that supports our diversity and the wellbeing of our people. Options for alternative schedules and the ability to work outside of the office for a portion of your workweek are available

Hiring Range –The good faith base salary hiring range for this job if performed in Los Angeles is $100,000 to $140,000 per year, This range is commensurate with experience, educational background, and skill level. Benefits are not included in the base salary. Please note hiring ranges for candidates performing work outside of Los Angeles will differ. 

Different People, Shared Values

Arup is an equal opportunity employer that actively promotes and nurtures a diverse and inclusive workforce. acWe welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds, regardless of age (within legal limits), gender identity or expression, marital status, disability, neurotype or mental health, race or ethnicity, faith or belief, sexual orientation, socioeconomic background, and whether you’re pregnant or on family leave. We are an open environment that embraces diverse experiences, perspectives, and ideas – this drives our excellence.

Guided by our values and alignment with the UN Sustainable Development Goals, we create and contribute to equitable spaces and systems, while cultivating a sense of belonging for all. Our internal employee networks support our inclusive culture: from race, ethnicity and cross-cultural working to gender equity and LGBTQ+ and disability inclusion – we aim to create a space for you to express yourself and make a positive difference. Discover more about life at Arup at www.arup.com/careers/your-life-at-arup.

Our Application Process

We will be reviewing our candidates for this position on a rolling basis. Once you have applied you will be evaluated and potentially moved on to the next round, at which point a member of the talent resourcing team will reach out to you directly.

Arup is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, spouse of a protected veteran, or disability.

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