Senior Consultant - Acoustics

Status: : Full time (37.5 hours per week), Permanent. Salary range: Competitive and based on experience and qualifications Location: Dublin, Glasgow or Newcastle upon Tyne office. There will be a requirement for travel to undertake site work, which may require some nights away from home. The position: We are looking for an ambitious and motivated Senior Acoustic Consultant to join our growing Environment and Engineering Team. The Environment and Engineering team assists developers in taking energy projects from conceptual ideas to operational assets. We offer a range of consultancy services including acoustics, planning, consenting, GIS and expert witness. Our projects range from early feasibility studies right through to environmental compliance, due diligence and beyond. The team has a principal focus on assessing the noise impacts from renewable energy projects with particular expertise in wind energy developments, however our projects are wide ranging and also include port developments, industry, electrical infrastructure, and a wide range of renewable and conventional energy developments. We actively encourage staff development through structured on the job training and support. Duties and responsibilities will include:

• Data analysis, noise prediction and propagation modelling.
• Production of technical noise assessment reports to a high standard.
• Proposal writing and budgetary preparation.
• Project management.

This is a client facing role and excellent communication skills are essential. This exciting role will provide the successful candidate with an opportunity to develop/further enhance a career within the renewable energy industry with exposure to a wide range of projects and activities. Requirements: Essential requirements include:

• An acoustics, physics, maths or data science related degree.
• Membership of the Institute of Acoustics.
• Experience of working in a consultancy environment and client facing activities.
• Experience of undertaking noise surveys.
• Strong general numeric and mathematical skills.
• Proactive and solution orientated with strong attention to detail.
• An ability to understand and explain abstract concepts in a clear way to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• The ability to demonstrate a drive to deliver high quality work.
• Proactive team player.
• Full Driving Licence.
• Prior experience of working in the power and energy sector, particularly renewables.
• Interest in coding skills, especially python.
• Experience of using CadnaA.
• IOA Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control.

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 for more than 20 years. 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 fastpaced 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. Why should you apply?

• Join a world class team in a rapidly growing industry
• Have a hands-on opportunity to make a real difference in a small company
• Excellent professional and personal development opportunities
• Professional membership fees paid for
• Discretionary annual performance-based bonus
• Company contributory pension scheme
• Private medical, death in service and permanent health insurance
• Flexible hybrid working policy
• 25 days annual leave
• Additional day off on your birthday!

How to apply Please apply using the form below by uploading your CV and covering letter on the application pages of our website, demonstrating why you are suitable for the role and any previous experience. Closing date for applications Date: 9 February 2024 The job advert closing date may change. Therefore, if you are planning to apply, we recommend that you do so without delay. 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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