Senior Acoustics Engineer – UK

Black & White Engineering is hiring a Senior Acoustics Engineer to lead a new department focused on external noise control for data centres. Whether or not you’ve worked on data centres before, your experience in complex commercial buildings will be highly valued.

This role could be based in either of our Newcastle, Manchester or Edinburgh offices.

Whats in it for You

As a Senior Acoustics Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in launching and leading a new department focused on external noise control for data centres.

Team Leadership

Build and manage a high-performing acoustics team across both the UK and our Manila office, fostering a collaborative and high-achieving culture.

Strategic Growth

Take ownership of the department’s development, with a clear pathway to Principal or Director-level roles based on performance and impact.

Client Engagement

Work closely with top-tier clients and consultants, providing expert guidance and building trusted relationships across complex, high-value projects.

Technical Expertise

Serve as the subject matter expert in external noise control, particularly for data centre environments, applying your knowledge to deliver innovative and compliant solutions.

Acoustic Design & Modelling

Use industry-standard tools such as SoundPLAN and CadnaA to model and design acoustic layouts, including mitigation strategies like acoustic louvres and perimeter walls.

Regulatory Compliance

Ensure all designs meet global environmental noise regulations and standards, advising clients and internal teams on best practices.

Flexible Working

Operate from our offices in Manchester, Edinburgh, or Newcastle, with a hybrid working model of three days per week in-office.

Professional Development

Actively contribute to our learning culture through lunch & learn sessions, mentoring, and participation in accredited training programmes.

Essentials Skills / Experience

• Demonstrated experience in building acoustic modelling and design, ideally within complex commercial environments.
• Proficiency in acoustic simulation software such as SoundPLAN and/or CadnaA.
• Strong working knowledge of environmental noise regulations and mitigation strategies.
• A collaborative and innovative mindset, with the ability to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Proven leadership skills, with the ability to inspire and develop team members while recognising their contributions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage confidently with clients, consultants, and internal stakeholders.

About Black & White Engineering

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 and wider specialist infrastructure disciplines.

Our teams support projects across all areas of the construction industry, offering practical, efficient design solutions that prioritise real‑world installation, maintenance and operational performance.

As one of the fastest‑growing consultancies in our industry, we offer genuine opportunities for progression—many of our engineers have developed into leadership roles as the business has expanded. Joining Black & White means making a meaningful impact with clients and colleagues, while receiving the recognition you deserve.

Ready to take the lead?

Apply now and let’s build something extraordinary together.