Sound Acoustical Specialist

About us:

Dar Al-Handasah (Shair and Partners) is a renowned multidisciplinary consultancy firm specializing in Architecture, Engineering, Planning, and Environmental Design. With a legacy of over 60 years, we have a global presence and a commitment to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients most complex challenges. Our diverse team of professionals collaborates across disciplines to create iconic projects that shape cities and improve lives.

Position Title: Consultant, Audio Engineering

Location: Pune/ Bengaluru, India

Career Level: 7–12 years of experience

Job Summary:

We are seeking a Consultant, Audio Engineering to join our Pune/ Bengaluru office

In this role, you will support the design and documentation of sound reinforcement and public address/voice alarm (PA/VA) systems on high-profile projects.

The ideal candidate will be technically proficient, and capable of collaborating with architects, engineers ICT/networking teams, and fire/life safety specialists to deliver world-class audio system solutions.

Responsibilities:

1) Discovery & Planning:

• Engage stakeholders to define acoustic and operational requirements.
• Conduct site surveys and acoustic measurements (e.g., background noise, RT60) to establish design criteria.

2) Design & Specification:

• Contribute to system modelling/simulation using electroacoustic/room acoustic tools.
• Develop loudspeaker layouts and system configurations under guidance.
• Co-produce technical reports including simulation results, performance analysis, and narratives.
• Assist in designing sound reinforcement and PA/VA system architectures.
• Prepare and coordinate BIM/CAD deliverables (plans, risers, block/signal flow diagrams).
• Support tender documentation including Bills of Quantities and acceptance criteria.
• Ensure compliance with relevant codes/standards.

3) Construction Support:

• Contribute to RFP preparation, technical evaluations, and value engineering.
• Review submittals/shop drawings and respond to RFIs.
• Support site supervision, quality checks, and factory acceptance tests.

4) Commissioning & Handover:

• Assist in commissioning activities including device addressing, DSP programming, and tuning.
• Conduct and document field measurements (e.g., SPL, STI/STIPA, impulse response, polarity/phase).

5) Project Management & Documentation:

• Assist with project scope, schedule, and risk tracking.
• Maintain project records, including meeting minutes, reports, and punch lists.

Requirements:

1) Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Acoustical Engineering, Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Sound Engineering Technology, Audio/Acoustics, Physics, or related field.
• 7–12 years of experience in audio systems design/consulting or integrator-side engineering for venues (airports, stadiums, auditoria, houses of worship, performing arts centers, etc.).

2) Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of loudspeaker directivity, array behavior, gain structure, DSP filtering, time alignment, and zoning strategies.
• Understanding of acoustic metrics (STI, STIPA, RT60, EK, SNR, etc.) and relevant codes/standards.
• Familiarity with networked audio protocols, cabling, grounding, and rigging basics.
• Experience with electroacoustic/room acoustic modelling tools (e.g., EASE).
• Exposure to measurement and tuning tools (e.g., Smaart, EASERA, SPL/STIPA meters).
• Proficiency with CAD/BIM tools for documentation.

3) Soft Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills in English.
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational and documentation skills.
• Collaborative team player able to work across disciplines (architecture, MEP, IT, fire safety).

4) Preferred:

• AVIXA CTS-D/CTS-I certification.
• Hands-on experience with DSP platforms and control systems.
• Exposure to acoustics consulting (room shaping, passive treatments, environmental noise modelling)