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Acoustical Engineer (Denver)

Confidential Client•Energy & Utilities
Entry LevelFull-timeOn-Site$72,849
Glendale, Colorado
7 Days Ago

The Acoustical Engineer at Confidential Client is responsible for field and office work involving noise data acquisition, industrial noise modeling, and mitigation planning for commercial and industrial operations. This entry-level role requires travel and hands-on involvement in technical analysis, product development, and client support within the energy sector, offering growth opportunities in acoustical modeling, product development, or project management.

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👉 Important disclosure: Careertakes is a third-party recruiting platform supporting this hiring process. If selected, you will be employed directly by our client, Energy, Oil & Gas.

Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.


Position Overview

Confidential Client (a small business operating in the Energy, Oil & Gas industry) is hiring an Acoustical Engineer based in Glendale, CO. This is a full-time, entry-level engineering role (2–4 years experience) that combines office, remote, and field work with travel estimated at ~25%. The hiring range for this position is $80,000–$105,000 per year.

This position will report to the Engineering Supervisor and VP of Engineering and will support industrial noise monitoring, acoustical modeling, mitigation planning, and technical reporting for commercial and industrial clients. The role may require occasional extended hours and on-call availability.


Key Responsibilities

  • Deploy, retrieve, and maintain remote noise and weather monitoring equipment
  • Perform field noise data acquisition, post-processing, and quality control
  • Characterize noise sources and conduct acoustical analyses using predictive software
  • Develop environmental Noise Impact Assessments and Noise Mitigation Plans
  • Prepare technical reports, modify templates, and present technical material to clients
  • Create, follow, and update standard operating procedures
  • Provide engineering support for field activities and sales; assist with schedule management
  • Maintain accurate data records and support client relationship-building
  • Provide backup support for field-level sound wall operations as needed
  • Contribute to R&D for new modeling and mitigation products and participate in product development activities
  • Work collaboratively on cross-functional teams

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline
  • 2–4 years of relevant engineering experience (entry-level to early-career)
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills; technical writing experience
  • Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to learn quickly
  • Ability to occasionally work extended hours, weekends, or be on-call for 24/7 noise monitoring
  • Able to pass a drug test at onboarding and continuously while employed
  • Ability to carry up to 50 lbs for reasonable distances
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to rent vehicles
  • Authorized to work in the United States (must meet all applicable work-authority requirements)

To support equal access during the hiring process, reasonable accommodations are available for applicants with disabilities upon request.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with noise control engineering or other acoustics disciplines (environmental, architectural)
  • Hands-on experience with field data acquisition and noise monitoring equipment
  • Familiarity with industrial noise mitigation products and sound wall operations
  • Experience working on-site in energy sectors (oil & natural gas, renewables, power generation, crypto mining, etc.)
  • SafelandUSA or similar field safety training
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment
  • Client-facing experience and community engagement skills

Culture & Benefits

Confidential Client values a collaborative, "all-hands" culture where team members support one another as the business grows. Typical benefits include:

  • Annual salary and bonus potential
  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • 401(k) with matching
  • Flexible time off and flexible work schedules
  • Cell phone and wellness reimbursements
  • Hands-on experience with a highly skilled, multidisciplinary team
  • Casual work environment and an office-friendly culture (occasional on-site dogs)

Confidential Client is committed to employee development and may offer career growth into acoustic modeling, product development, or project management for high-performing team members.


Legal & Compliance Notes

  • Salary range shown ($80,000–$105,000) complies with Colorado pay transparency requirements for postings in Colorado.
  • Applicants must be able to pass required drug testing and background checks as part of onboarding and continued employment where applicable.
  • Confidential Client and Careertakes will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
  • Reasonable accommodations are available during application and interview stages; contact Careertakes for details.

Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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