As Black & White Engineering continues to expand its specialist data-centre acoustics team, we are seeking a dedicated Acoustic Engineer or Graduate Acoustic Engineer to support projects across the UK, Europe, and worldwide.

This role offers genuine autonomy, early technical responsibility, and the opportunity to influence noise-critical design decisions on some of the most advanced digital-infrastructure developments globally.

What’s in It For You

Early Technical Responsibility – From the outset, you’ll be trusted to contribute meaningfully to environmental noise assessments, modelling, and reporting, supporting planning, design, and delivery on complex data centre projects.

Autonomy with Expert Support – Reporting into the Lead Acoustic Engineer, you’ll have the freedom to own technical outputs while benefiting from close mentorship, guidance, and structured technical review.

Exposure to Global Data Centre Projects – You’ll work on large-scale, high-impact developments across multiple regions, gaining experience with differing international standards, planning regimes, and noise-sensitive environments.

Influence on Noise-Critical Design – Your work will directly inform engineering decisions around plant selection, layout, and mitigation strategies, ensuring compliance without compromising operational or energy performance.

Specialist Technical Growth – You’ll continue developing expertise in environmental acoustics, modelling methodologies, and international standards, positioning yourself for progression into senior or specialist acoustic roles within the business.

Values-Driven Culture – Join a collaborative environment built on Accountability, Integrity, Simplicity, and Supportiveness, where technical excellence and professional development are actively encouraged.

Essential Skills

• Degree in Acoustics, Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline
• Experience or strong academic grounding in environmental acoustics
• Familiarity with ISO 9613-2 noise modelling methodologies
• Experience with acoustic modelling software such as CadnaA, SoundPLAN, INSUL, or similar
• Understanding of international noise standards and regulatory frameworks
• Clear written and verbal communication skills, including technical reporting

Desirable / Advantageous:

• Experience with GIS platforms (e.g. ArcGIS, QGIS) for spatial analysis and environmental assessment
• Knowledge of relevant British Standards
• Hands-on experience with on-site acoustic measurements, particularly supporting UK commissioning and compliance activities

Company Overview

Black & White Engineering is a multi-award-winning engineering consultancy with offices across the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and Asia Pacific.

We are a leading provider of engineering design services for the data centre sector, delivering expertise across Mechanical, Electrical and Plumbing (MEP), Civil and Structural, Power Systems, Sustainability, BIM, Design Management, Acoustics, and other specialist infrastructure disciplines.

Our teams deliver practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real-world installation, maintenance, and long-term operational performance.

As one of the fastest-growing consultancies in the industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression — many of our engineers have grown into leadership positions as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White Engineering means contributing to technically challenging projects while receiving the recognition and support you deserve.