Consultant, Acoustical

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. 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.

This is a hybrid‑based position in our Westford or Boston, MA 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 energized by solving real‑world noise and vibration challenges? Do you enjoy combining field work, data analysis, modeling, and practical mitigation strategies to help clients move projects forward responsibly? Are you curious, collaborative, and motivated by work that supports healthier, more livable communities?

If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Environment & Health practice as our new Consultant, Acoustical and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.

Ramboll is seeking a full‑time Consultant to join the Air & Climate Acoustics Team. This position can be based in either one of our Massachusetts offices located in Boston or Westford. As our new Consultant, Acoustical, you will support environmental noise and vibration assessments for clients across high‑growth and essential sectors, including infrastructure, renewable energy, ports, transportation, and data centers.

Responsibilities include:

• Support environmental noise and vibration assessments, noise mitigation design, and acoustical specifications for a variety of public‑ and private‑sector projects
• Complete technical analyses using acoustical modeling tools such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, or similar software, including evaluation of potential impacts and mitigation options
• Perform sound level surveys, vibration measurements, and related field work in settings ranging from dense urban environments to remote project sites
• Review and interpret local, state, provincial, and federal environmental regulations, standards, and guidance that influence project siting, design, construction, and operation
• Prepare clear technical reports, figures, and client‑ready deliverables that communicate findings, recommendations, and practical next steps

You will be part of Ramboll’s Environment & Health division, joining a collaborative team that develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions to reduce pollution, support responsible development, and improve livability. As one of the world’s leading environmental and health consultancies, our bright minds are trusted by clients to help manage complex environmental, health, and social challenges.

These include:

• B.S. or M.S. in acoustics, engineering, physics, environmental science, mathematics, or a related technical discipline
• 2+ years of experience in acoustical consulting, environmental noise assessments, vibration assessments, or related technical work
• Familiarity with acoustical measurement methods, environmental noise regulations, and modeling software such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, or similar tools
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate technical findings into clear recommendations for clients and project teams
• Proficiency with common office tools, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Teams, Outlook, and One Note
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem‑solving skills, with attention to detail and an interest in growing within a consulting environment

• Investment in your development
• Leaders you can count on, guided by our Leadership Principles
• 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…