Acoustics Lab Manager
Blachford Acoustics Group · West Chicago, Illinois, United States
FULL TIMEpermanent
Job Description
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Blachford Acoustics Group (BAG) is seeking an experienced and innovative Acoustics Lab Manager to lead its state-of-the-art acoustics laboratory (BAL) and support the development of advanced Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) solutions for OEM customers across heavy transportation, agriculture, construction, rail, and industrial markets.
The Acoustics Lab Manager is responsible for laboratory operations, customer testing programs, technical leadership, team development, strategic equipment investments, and collaboration with Sales, Innovation, Operations, and Quality teams. The successful candidate will bring strong acoustical engineering expertise, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to translate customer challenges into actionable technical and commercial solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Laboratory Leadership & Operations
Lead and manage all activities within the Acoustics Laboratory.
Ensure safe, efficient, and effective utilization of acoustic testing facilities and equipment.
Develop annual laboratory objectives, budgets, and capability improvement plans.
Establish and maintain laboratory procedures, testing standards, and best practices.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase laboratory efficiency, throughput, and quality.
Maintain ISO 17025 accreditation and related activities
Technical Leadership
Serve as the company's subject matter expert in acoustics, noise control, and NVH engineering.
Lead acoustic testing programs for customer applications, materials, and systems.
Interpret test data and provide engineering recommendations to customers and internal teams.
Support material characterization, benchmarking, simulation, and validation activities.
Stay current with emerging NVH technologies, standards, and industry trends.
Customer & Commercial Support
Collaborate with customers to understand technical challenges and develop acoustic solutions.
Provide technical support during customer visits, design reviews, troubleshooting activities, and product evaluations.
Work closely with Sales and Commercial teams to identify new business opportunities generated through lab activities.
Assist in converting customer testing projects into long-term commercial opportunities.
Represent BAG at industry conferences, technical forums, and customer events.
Research & Product Development
Support innovation and new product development initiatives.
Evaluate new materials, technologies, and acoustic treatment concepts.
Collaborate with R&D teams to develop differentiated product solutions.
Generate technical reports and recommendations supporting commercialization efforts.
Team Development & Management
Lead, coach, and develop laboratory engineers, technicians, and support staff.
Establish performance objectives and development plans for team members.
Foster a collaborative, technically strong, and customer-focused culture.
Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of technical talent.
Qualifications/Skills/Experience Required:
M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Noise Control Engineering, or related field preferred.
8+ years of experience in acoustics, NVH, product development, or laboratory leadership.
Experience in managing technical teams and laboratory operations.
Proven experience working directly with OEM engineering organizations.
Experience developing and executing acoustic testing programs.
Strong understanding of acoustics, vibration, and noise control principles.
Experience with sound absorption, transmission loss, sound power, sound intensity, and modal testing.
Familiarity with acoustic test standards such as ASTM, SAE, and ISO.
Experience with data acquisition systems and acoustic analysis software.
Knowledge of acoustic materials and noise control solutions preferred.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. xzbcwsv
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply today and be part of a team driving innovation and technical excellence!
Like the look of this opportunity Make sure to apply fast, as a high volume of applications is expected Scroll down to read the complete job description.
Blachford Acoustics Group (BAG) is seeking an experienced and innovative Acoustics Lab Manager to lead its state-of-the-art acoustics laboratory (BAL) and support the development of advanced Noise, Vibration, and Harshness (NVH) solutions for OEM customers across heavy transportation, agriculture, construction, rail, and industrial markets.
The Acoustics Lab Manager is responsible for laboratory operations, customer testing programs, technical leadership, team development, strategic equipment investments, and collaboration with Sales, Innovation, Operations, and Quality teams. The successful candidate will bring strong acoustical engineering expertise, hands-on testing experience, and the ability to translate customer challenges into actionable technical and commercial solutions.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Laboratory Leadership & Operations
Lead and manage all activities within the Acoustics Laboratory.
Ensure safe, efficient, and effective utilization of acoustic testing facilities and equipment.
Develop annual laboratory objectives, budgets, and capability improvement plans.
Establish and maintain laboratory procedures, testing standards, and best practices.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to increase laboratory efficiency, throughput, and quality.
Maintain ISO 17025 accreditation and related activities
Technical Leadership
Serve as the company's subject matter expert in acoustics, noise control, and NVH engineering.
Lead acoustic testing programs for customer applications, materials, and systems.
Interpret test data and provide engineering recommendations to customers and internal teams.
Support material characterization, benchmarking, simulation, and validation activities.
Stay current with emerging NVH technologies, standards, and industry trends.
Customer & Commercial Support
Collaborate with customers to understand technical challenges and develop acoustic solutions.
Provide technical support during customer visits, design reviews, troubleshooting activities, and product evaluations.
Work closely with Sales and Commercial teams to identify new business opportunities generated through lab activities.
Assist in converting customer testing projects into long-term commercial opportunities.
Represent BAG at industry conferences, technical forums, and customer events.
Research & Product Development
Support innovation and new product development initiatives.
Evaluate new materials, technologies, and acoustic treatment concepts.
Collaborate with R&D teams to develop differentiated product solutions.
Generate technical reports and recommendations supporting commercialization efforts.
Team Development & Management
Lead, coach, and develop laboratory engineers, technicians, and support staff.
Establish performance objectives and development plans for team members.
Foster a collaborative, technically strong, and customer-focused culture.
Support recruiting, onboarding, and retention of technical talent.
Qualifications/Skills/Experience Required:
M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Acoustical Engineering, Noise Control Engineering, or related field preferred.
8+ years of experience in acoustics, NVH, product development, or laboratory leadership.
Experience in managing technical teams and laboratory operations.
Proven experience working directly with OEM engineering organizations.
Experience developing and executing acoustic testing programs.
Strong understanding of acoustics, vibration, and noise control principles.
Experience with sound absorption, transmission loss, sound power, sound intensity, and modal testing.
Familiarity with acoustic test standards such as ASTM, SAE, and ISO.
Experience with data acquisition systems and acoustic analysis software.
Knowledge of acoustic materials and noise control solutions preferred.
Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. xzbcwsv
If this sounds like the perfect role for you, apply today and be part of a team driving innovation and technical excellence!
Details
| Company | Blachford Acoustics Group |
| Location | West Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Type | FULL TIME |
| Niche | tech |
| Experience | permanent |