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Consultant, Acoustical

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Hybrid
Chicago, IL, USA
73K-91K Annually
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Chicago, IL, USA
73K-91K Annually
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As an acoustical consultant, you'll conduct environmental noise assessments, analyze sound measurements, prepare reports, and support noise mitigation strategies.
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Company Description

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Job Description

Hybrid-based position in our Overland Park, KS; Chicago, IL; St. Louis, MO; or Dallas, TX office. 

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. No sponsorship is available for this position.

Are you eager to develop your excellence in an inclusive, collaborative, and empowering community? Are you excited about joining a company that strives to make a difference – for its employees, clients, and society? Are you motivated by creating sustainable change that benefits society and nature?

If this sounds interesting to you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity for you! Join our Environment & Health team and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Your new role

Ramboll’s Environment & Health team is growing — and we’re looking for acoustical consultants who
are eager to learn, get hands-on field experience, and grow a career in environmental noise assessment.
This role offers structured mentorship, technical training, and opportunities to work on real-world projects
across technology, manufacturing, energy, water, and infrastructure sectors.

Your Key Responsibilities:

  • Support noise source characterization and estimate sound levels for industrial and transportation sources, including developing environmental noise propagation models using industry software.
  • Conduct and analyze environmental sound measurements using sound level meters and monitors. Travel to project sites to complete ambient surveys and equipment measurements.
  • Assist in evaluating and quantifying the effectiveness of noise mitigation strategies.
  • Review and apply local, state, and federal environmental noise regulations and guidance.
  • Prepare clear technical reports and communicate results to project managers, clients, and stakeholders.

Qualifications

About you

  • B.S. or M.S. in Engineering, Physics, Acoustics, Environmental Science, or related STEM field.
  • 2+ years of relevant experience in industrial noise control, building acoustics, or environmental programs (NEPA, CEQA).
  • Strong written and oral communication skills, curiosity, and a desire to learn.
  • Good analytical and organizational skills and proficiency with MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams). 

Additional Information

What we can offer you

  • Investment in your development
  • Being valued for the unique person you are
  • Never being short of inspiration from colleagues, clients, and projects
  • The long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company

Salary Transparency Statement

At Ramboll, we are committed to fair and transparent compensation practices that support our people and our purpose of creating sustainable societies. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $72,684 - $90,854 per year. This range reflects the compensation we reasonably expect to offer at the time of posting. Actual compensation will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and internal equity. Because we operate across multiple U.S. markets, pay may differ depending on the cost of labor in specific locations. In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for bonus, overtime or other forms of compensation and we offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports well-being, professional development, and work-life balance. Our recruiters are happy to share more about the specific salary range and total rewards package applicable to your location during the hiring process.

Ready to join us?

Please submit your application with your up-to-date CV. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.

Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.

Work at the heart of sustainable change with Ramboll in the Americas

Ramboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll in the Americas has thousands of experts working across more than 70 offices. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Environment & Health, Water, Energy, and Planning & Urban Design.

Where People Flourish

Our mission is to create sustainable societies where people and nature flourish. This means that a culture of inclusion is embedded in everything we do.  Our people bring diverse backgrounds and experiences to the company, enabling us to deliver innovative and forward-thinking solutions to our clients. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of age, disability or medical condition, gender identity, marriage and domestic partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, ancestry, or national origin, religion or belief, sex and sexual orientation, military service and veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Ramboll wants to ensure opportunities are accessible to candidates with disabilities. So, please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at [email protected] with such requests.

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