Acoustical Consultant

Coffman Engineers is seeking a talented and self-motivated Acoustical Engineer/Consultant with 2–5 years of experience to join our Bay Area team. In this role, you will provide comprehensive acoustical consulting services—from initial feasibility studies through design, permitting, and construction support. We’re looking for someone enthusiastic about collaboration, eager to grow within a multidisciplinary environment, and ready to bring energy and creativity to every project.

• Perform acoustical analysis and modeling for building and environmental projects.
• Conduct site measurements and testing using industry‑standard equipment.
• Prepare technical reports and recommendations for design teams and clients.
• Collaborate with architects, engineers, and contractors to integrate acoustical solutions.
• Support permitting and compliance documentation throughout project phases.

We are looking for people who work effectively with all personality types, are interested in developing close relationships with our great clients, and desire to grow professionally and stay involved in the activities and exciting trends in the industry.

The position will involve a mix of technical design and consulting, construction support, and new project scoping and proposal writing. We work in tight‑knit teams that support each other and are managed with a healthy work‑life balance that is focused on development and caring for the whole person.

The position is hybrid where the staff are in‑person three days a week (minimum) and have the option to work remotely two days a week. The optional remote workdays of the week are currently Monday and Friday. These guidelines are reassessed periodically.

• Approximate Base Salary – $78,000 to $108,000
• Paid overtime at 1.0 times hourly rate
• Competitive end‑of‑year discretionary bonus based on company/team/personal performance
• Hybrid Work Schedule (subject to change)
• 401k with maximum of 5% Contribution Matching for 9% Employee Contribution

• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field related to acoustics (Acoustical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Architecture, etc.).
• 2–5 years of experience in acoustical consulting within the construction industry.
• Proficiency with Sound
  
  PLAN (preferred).
• Ability to perform acoustical measurements using appropriate testing equipment.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary setting (preferred).
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.
• Critical thinking and problem‑solving skills with a collaborative mindset.
• Motivation to learn and adopt the latest technologies and practices.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to assist with design development and project reporting.

Our Bay Area office is conveniently located near Lake Merritt in Oakland in a 9‑story office building. The space is 3 blocks from a BART station and close to a wide variety of restaurants and breweries, the lake itself, and all that downtown Oakland has to offer. Nearby are San Francisco, ocean beaches, and redwood groves. We welcome the dedicated and the driven to join us.

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This position is direct with Coffman Engineers; we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of any status protected under federal, state, or local law.