Senior or Principal Consultant – Acoustics

Senior or Principal Consultant – Acoustics

SALARY:Competitive and based on experience and qualifications.

LOCATION: Glasgow, Newcastle upon Tyne, Manchester or Dublin. There may be a requirement for travel to undertake site work, which may require some nights away from home.

THE POSITION

We are searching for a full-time Senior or Principal Acoustic Consultant to support the growth of our Transmission and Distribution offering within our large Acoustics Team. Applicants should ideally come from an academic background in either science or engineering and have a proven track record of working on Transmission and Distribution projects. Whilst the role will primarily involve working on projects for substations, convertor stations, underground cables and overhead lines, there will also be an opportunity to work on assessments for wind farms, BESS, solar developments and other generation projects.

The position will be within the Environmental & Engineering team who assist developers in taking energy projects from conceptual ideas to buildable assets.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Data analysis, noise propagation modelling, assessment and reporting;
• Production of technical noise assessment reports to a high standard;
• Fee proposal writing and budgetary preparation;
• Business Development activities such as attending conferences, bidding for work and maintaining existing client relationships; and
• Project management and budget tracking/monitoring.

REQUIREMENTS

Essential requirements include:

• Interest in energy and the environment;
• Prior experience of undertaking noise impact assessments for electricity Transmission and Distribution projects in the UK or Ireland;
• Excellent understanding of relevant noise assessment standards in the UK and Ireland;
• A relevant science or engineering related degree;
• Strong general numeric and mathematical skills;
• Full or Associate membership of the Institute of Acoustics;
• Full UK/Irish Driving Licence;
• Proactive team player;
• Excellent organisational skills;
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills covering inter-team communication as well as liaising with external stakeholders such as clients, local planning authorities and members of the public;
• Proactive and solution orientated with strong attention to detail; and
• An ability to understand and explain abstract acoustical concepts in a clear way to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience of working in a consultancy environment and client facing activities;
• Coding skills would be beneficial;
• Experience of using CadnaA noise propagation modelling software;
• IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control; and
• Be proactive within the acoustics community, for example through presenting at conferences or contributing to best practice through sitting on working groups etc.

ABOUT TNEI

TNEI is a specialist, vibrant consulting company that has been at the forefront of providing expert technical advice to electricity network companies, renewable energy developers, regulators and funding institutions all over the world since it was established in 1999. By nurturing the top talent in the energy industry we’ve built a solid reputation of developing innovative solutions and solving complex problems associated with achieving net zero. We offer a fast-paced learning environment with excellent career development opportunities. Join us and become part of the net zero energy revolution.

TNEI staff at the heart of the business

TNEI is an Employee Ownership Trust meaning that the people who work in the business directly benefit from and influence the direction and future success of the company.

TNEI has always been proud of its inventive and collaborative culture. That culture is at the heart of its success and ensures innovative and novel approaches to supporting and helping solve challenges facing our client base. An Employee Ownership Trust embodies this company culture in which we all feel responsible for the business’ performance and success.

By remaining independent, the company is able to retain its culture and reputation and allow staff to feel even more connected to the company.

Find out what it’s like to be part of our team and visit ‘life at TNEI’ on our website’s careers page.

Here’s How We Take Care Of You

• Work life balance: 25 days holiday & a day off to celebrate your birthday
• Flexible working: Hybrid, core hours & annual alternative working location
• Career growth: Development opportunities & funded professional memberships
• Financial rewards: Discretional annual bonus scheme, employee ownership dividend & pension
• Family-friendly: Enhanced family & carers leave
• People & Community: Cycle to Work, travel loan, discounts platform, socials & charity matching

Equality, diversity and inclusion

TNEI promotes equality, diversity and inclusion in a space where all are respected.

Please note we do not accept CV’s from recruitment agencies.

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