Job Title: Graduate Acoustic Consultant
Location: Colchester
Salary: £26,000 – £29,000 pa + Benefits
A growing acoustic consultancy is seeking a Graduate Acoustic Consultant to join its expanding team in Colchester. This is a fantastic opportunity for an enthusiastic graduate with a degree in Acoustical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline to begin their career in a supportive, hands-on environment.
As a Graduate Acoustic Consultant, you’ll gain experience across environmental noise, building acoustics, and infrastructure projects. You’ll assist with site measurements, data analysis, modelling, and report writing – working closely with senior consultants to deliver technical excellence. The role includes structured mentoring and support toward Institute of Acoustics (IOA) membership.
Benefits for the role of Graduate Acoustic Consultant include:
£24,000 – £28,000 (DOE)
Company pension and healthcare scheme
25+ days annual leave plus bank holidays
Hybrid/flexible working options
CPD funding and clear career development pathway
Duties for the role of Graduate Acoustic Consultant include:
Supporting environmental noise surveys and acoustic assessments
Assisting in building acoustics design, testing, and modelling
Analysing data and contributing to technical reports
Liaising with clients and project teams under supervision
Supporting project delivery from design through to completion
Requirements:
Degree in Acoustical Engineering, Acoustics, Physics, or related subject
Keen interest in environmental and building acoustics
Excellent analytical, communication, and organisational skills
Attention to detail and proactive approach to learning
Full UK driving licence (preferred)
This is a permanent role. Penguin Recruitment is operating as a Recruitment Agency in respect to this position.