Salary guide
Acoustic Consultant
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £40,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
Engineering and Environmental
- The quietest place on Earth is an anechoic chamber in the UK
Other names this job is known by
- Noise Consultant
- Acoustic Engineer
Key responsibilities
- Assess and manage noise and vibration in buildings and environments
- Advise on soundproofing and acoustic design
- Conduct site surveys and measurements
- Prepare technical reports
- Liaise with architects and engineers
- Ensure compliance with regulations
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in acoustics, physics, or engineering
- Diploma in Acoustics and Noise Control (Institute of Acoustics)
- Experience with measurement tools and software
- Analytical and report writing skills
- Membership of Institute of Acoustics (IoA)
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Consultant
- Project Manager
- Environmental Consultant
- Academic roles
How to get the job
- Complete a degree in acoustics, physics, or engineering
- Gain experience through internships or junior roles
- Obtain further training (e.g., IoA diploma)
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