Acoustics Engineer

Johnson Controls

Acoustics Engineer supporting industrial HVAC equipment development and testing. Collaborating within a team to enhance sound and vibration performance in products.

Posted 6/29/2026full-timeNew Freedom • Maryland, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $100,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in acoustic testing and analysis, with a strong foundation in acoustics, vibration, and signal processing. Proficient in utilizing acoustic measurement systems and data analysis tools to drive continuous improvement in product acoustics.

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Acoustic TestingAcoustic Measurement SystemsData Analysis ToolsAcoustic Finite Element AnalysisVibration Analysis

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Hard Skills

Acoustics EngineeringVibration EngineeringSignal ProcessingData CollectionData AnalysisInstrumentation SetupNoise Control StrategiesTest Method DevelopmentTechnical GuidanceResearch and Development

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingCommunicationTechnical SupportContinuous Improvement

Tools & Technologies

Sound Level MetersIntensity ProbesMicrophonesAccelerometersMATLABPython

Industry Keywords

AHRI StandardsAcoustic TestingSound RatingsDesign ReviewsCross-Functional Teams

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct acoustic testing of chillers and air handlers in accordance with AHRI standards and industry best practice
Plan and execute test activities, including instrumentation setup, data collection, analysis, and reporting of results
Provide technical guidance to internal teams (engineering, applications) and support external customer inquiries as needed
Research patents and technical literature to identify state-of-the-art solutions and develop innovative noise control strategies
Participate in design reviews to ensure sound and vibration considerations are incorporated early in development
Support the development of product sound ratings for marketing and sales use
Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to product acoustics and test methods
Assume sound and vibration responsibility within cross-functional engineering teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering or related science
2+ years of professional experience as an Acoustics Engineer
Background in acoustics, vibration, or signal processing
Advanced degree in acoustics or coursework emphasizing acoustics and vibration (preferred)
Experience in a testing laboratory and with acoustic measurement systems (e.g., sound level meters, intensity probes, microphones, accelerometers)
Knowledge of Acoustic Finite Element Analysis (FEA) or Statistical Energy Analysis (SEA)
Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar)

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