Senior Acoustic Engineer or Associate, London

Who is Atelier Ten?

Thank you for asking! Kindness and curiosity are some of Atelier Ten’s core tenets.

We are a team of building services engineers and environmental designers championing for a healthier planet leveraging our vast, collective knowledge of sustainable spaces. We help bring elegance and efficiency to every building, and we work with architects, engineers, owners, and other stakeholders to accomplish their sustainable vision. We don’t just follow the trends of the industry, we trailblaze new paths to create high-performing, sustainable, and award-winning buildings.

We are part of the SJ Group, this is a diverse collective of problem solvers for the built environment, continually reimagining ways to create a smart and sustainable future.

Headquartered in Singapore, the group has a global talent pool of 16,000 in its member companies AETOS, Atelier Ten, B+H, CHIL, KTP, Prostruct, Robert Bird Group, SAA, SMEC and Surbana Jurong, based in more than 120 offices in over 40 countries.

They include architects, designers, planners, engineers, facilities managers and other specialists driven by progressive thinking and creative ideas to shape a better future.

Please visit our website: www.surbanajurong.com

About the role

We are seeking a proactive and technically able candidate to join us in delivering projects, managing clients and building our growing team. As an Associate, you will play a pivotal role in delivering environmentally responsive, high-performance buildings, and in shaping the next generation of engineering talent. You’d be responsible for leading a range of amazing projects with support from the wider acoustics team and Atelier Ten network.

What your day-to-day looks like

We work across a variety of projects, with particular specialties in cultural and performance venues, education and low-carbon design. We promise to keep you challenged and never bored. Here are some regular tasks you may encounter:

Delivering technical excellence

• Lead acoustic-only projects, or participating in multidisciplinary project teams through all design phases, from concept to completion with an
• awareness and understanding of other disciplines
• Coordinate effectively between internal disciplines and with external consultants
• Ensure technical quality, compliance, performance, and consistency across all design outputs
• Prepare and review design deliverables including 3D models, drawings, schematics, schedules, technical reports, and specifications

Leading climate-positive design

• Champion sustainable and climate-positive design outcomes
• Apply your acoustic engineering expertise to deliver innovative, efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions
• Align all project outputs with our ethos of elegant simplicity, environmental sensitivity, and technical excellence

Growing and inspiring a high-performing team

• Contribute to providing mentorship, technical guidance, and leadership to your team (whilst receiving similar, tailored support)
• Contribute to recruitment, team development, and fostering a motivated and collaborative team culture
• Promote technical excellence and continuous learning within your team

Building strong client relationships and industry presence

• Act as a key liaison for clients and external stakeholders, managing expectations, and developing trusted long-term relationships
• Represent Atelier Ten at industry events and professional forums, enhancing our visibility, and thought leadership
• Work closely with our wider UK network to share knowledge and elevate project outcomes
• Assist in the production of fee proposals including additional services and fees

What we are looking for?

Hopefully you’re on board so far and excited about what your days in the Atelier Ten London office will look like. We do have a few items on our wish list for you to become the next great Atelier Tenner. We are looking for someone who is curious, proactive, and self-motivated. And if we’re not pushing our luck, you ideally will possess:

• At least eight years of experince in a design consultancy or engingeering practice
• Deep technical knowledge in building acoustics design, being up to date with industry best practice
• Experience in leading projects, managing budgets, timelines, and design quality
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to inspire clients and team members alike
• Passion for sustainable design and aligned with our commitment to climate-positive outcomes
• A proactive and autonomous approach – you are a doer, someone who thrives on making things happen, problem solving and taking ownership
• The ability to prioritise and to think strategically about the timing and way of delivering project information
• The ability to identify project resource requirements

What we offer

In return for your expertise, leadership, and commitment, we offer:

• Competitive salary
• Freedom to contribute ideas and make a personal difference that is not always possible in a large corporate environment
• A diverse and exciting portfolio of flagship projects with real-world impact
• Private healthcare benefits
• Generous paid time off from day one, with an additional four weeks of paid time off for long service
• Flexible and modern working environment and hybrid work schedule
• Genuine support for work/life balance
• Matched pension contributions
• Highly engaged co-workers with a shared hunger for knowledge
• Mutual respect and support from colleagues and leadership

Join us

If you are ready to lead a team, shape the built environment, and drive climate-positive outcomes across a portfolio of exciting and meaningful projects, we would love to hear from you.

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for a role unless they tick every box on the job specification. But to us, your experience, skills and passion are what are important. So – feel free to get in touch to discuss the nature of the role and how you might fit. Tell us about your achievements, tell us about your journey, and about what you have learned.

To apply, please send a cover letter and your CV to eoghan.finan@surbanajurong.com.

Reasonable Adjustments

We are committed to ensuring an inclusive and accessible recruitment process for all candidates. If you require any reasonable adjustments or additional support—such as receiving the application form in an alternative format—please don’t hesitate to contact our recruitment team.

Your experience throughout the application process is important to us. We welcome feedback on how we can improve and are happy to provide any further information you may need to help you make an informed decision about joining us.
If there’s anything more we can do to support you, please let us know, we’re here to help.

Agency

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