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Our Business We are a global leader in environmental consulting - made stronger with the recent acquisition of Wood's Environment & Infrastructure business and Golder - with world-class expertise in environmental, social and governance (ESG), climate resiliency & sustainability (CRS), and earth sciences. Combined we have over 20,000 multidisciplinary professionals worldwide collaborating daily to protect and conserve natural landscapes, create firm foundations for communities to stand on, and champion sustainable development to combat climate change. As part of the team, you will have access to an unparalleled network of resources and endless opportunities to collaborate on exciting projects with diverse teammates from across the globe. This Opportunity WSP is currently seeking a Junior Acoustics, Noise and Vibration Specialist to join our Environment team to help deliver existing projects and develop new business opportunities. This position will be for our Herndon, VA location. Other locations could also be considered. The WSP Air, Noise, and Vibration team consists of a dynamic group of environmental engineers, mechanical engineers, engineering interns, and environmental technologists with strong technical skills and existing client relationships. This role offers a variety of work, blended between field and office time performing projects related to proposal pursuit, reporting, design, monitoring, and client development. Responsibilities: Completing background documentation reviews, data analysis, and preparing reports to document findings Completing, or directing, field investigations for noise and vibration impacts studies Developing complex sound models to evaluate noise propagation Understanding of a variety of noise and vibration sources (i.e., industrial, transportation, etc.) Provide excellent client management to existing and potential clients Collaborate with other disciplines within WSP with respect to multi-faceted/multi-disciplinary projects Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Environmental Engineering, or related technical discipline 3-5 years of experience as a consultant in the industry with prior experience with Acoustical Engineering Experience completing acoustical monitoring, investigations, and/or modeling Familiarity with sound level meters and industry standards for sound monitoring Ability to interpret and understand federal, state, and local jurisdictional requirements for noise and vibration Knowledge of ISO, ASTM, and ANSI standards related to acoustical measurement, analysis, and modeling Experience using three-dimensional noise modeling software, such as Datakustik CadnaA or SoudPlan Experience with CAD and/or GIS software Strong organizational skills and ability to schedule multiple tasks at various stages of projects, including field work and reporting Attention to detail, including documentation Self-motivated and independent worker who is able to work in a team environment and adapt to changing priorities in the field while demonstrating the ability to advance in their career Logical thinking ability and the initiative to apply knowledge and suggest practical solutions to field challenges Occasional travel will be required to project sites Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and is flexible to work on a wide variety of projects, tasks and assignments, responding easily to changing priorities Excellent English (verbal /written) communication skills Demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills and have the ability to communicate effectively and to proactively respond to time-sensitive issues Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products Preferred Qualifications Certification and/or membership in professional organizations Experience working with data center projects #LI-SV1