Principal Acoustics Engineer

Acoustic Opportunities – Senior/Principal Engineer
London
Competitive salary + benefits
We are seeking the brightest minds in acoustics to collaborate with us in further advancing our position as leaders in the field. At Hoare Lea, we pride ourselves on delivering world-class projects that redefine what’s possible in acoustical engineering.
As a member of our team, you’ll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge projects that span sectors. From music venues to modern workplaces, every project is an opportunity to showcase your talent and creativity.
What sets us apart is our commitment to technical excellence, innovation and whilst we venture into an ever increasing digital world of AI, our people and their satisfaction remain most important. We foster a collaborative environment where ideas are valued, and each team member has the support they need to thrive. Together, we’ll continue to push the boundaries of acoustical engineering and deliver extraordinary results for our clients.
Hoare Lea is an award-winning engineering consultancy with a creative team of engineers, designers, and technical specialists. We provide innovative solutions to complex engineering and design challenges for buildings.
Irrespective of the scale or complexity of a project, we provide a full range of MEP, environmental and sustainability services, bringing buildings to life and ensuring that they perform in operation as well as they look.
Hoare Lea has joined Tetra Tech’s High Performance Buildings Group, a global alliance of MEP firms.
You’ll be part of progressive and exciting projects, able to experience innovative schemes across all sectors.
We have fantastic career opportunities for a creative Senior or Principal Acoustic Engineer to join a passionate team of award-winning professionals at Hoare Lea. The role is based in our Birmingham office, with close working with our connected teams based around the UK.
Working as part of a project team to collaborate in developing designs on large-scale projects.
Leading small to medium sized projects from inception to completion and handover, with supervision.
Undertaking calculations and analysis using in-house developed programs and commercial software.
Liaising and attending meetings with clients and project teams.
Producing clear advice in written documents, sketches, presentations, audio demos, and interactive media.
Contributing to a culture of creativity and innovation, influencing improvements in acoustic quality.
Experience working in Acoustic Engineering.
A bachelors or master’s degree related to Acoustic Engineering.
A friendly, ambitious, and positive individual with a flexible and enthusiastic approach.
To reward your hard work and commitment we offer both core and flexible benefits, a competitive salary and industry leading training and development to support you throughout your career.
Private medical scheme
~ Life Assurance
~ Travel Allowance for Principal level and electric car salary sacrifice scheme for Senior level
~25 days annual leave, increasing to 30 with length of service
~ Contributory pension scheme
~ Employee Assistance Programme
~ Enhanced Paternity, Maternity & Shared Parental Leave
~ Season Ticket Loans
~ Flexible benefits
~Hybrid Working – activity-based approach
~ Employee stock purchase plan – a voluntary program which allows eligible employees to purchase Tetra Tech common stock at a 15% discount
~ Holiday buy & sell up to 5 days
~ Cycle to work scheme
~ Employee Referral Scheme
~ Sabbatical Leave
~ Other flexible benefits include gym and retail discounts, travel & dental insurance and GAYE (Give as you Earn)
~ Flexible working - We’re happy to discuss flexible working.Flexible working will be part of the discussion at offer stage
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