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What You Do
An Acoustic Engineer performs some or all of the following duties:
- Conduct research into the feasibility, design, operation and performance of mechanisms, components and systems
- Analyze dynamics and vibrations of mechanical systems and structures
- Develop maintenance standards, schedules and programs
- Investigate mechanical failures or unexpected maintenance problems
- Supervise technicians, technologists and other engineers and review and approve designs, calculations and cost estimates
What You Need
- A natural interest in the principles of sound and vibration
- A natural aptitude in science and mathematics
- Enjoy analyzing engineering problems and finding solutions
- Able to work with high amounts of focus and patience
- Able to effectively use transducers and other sound measuring instruments
- Able to work well with other professionals
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills