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Johnson Controls

Acoustics Engineer (onsite)

York, PA

$75K - $100K/yr

About Johnson Controls Johnson Controls,a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical ... The Acoustic Engineer is an early-career engineer with developing expertise in sound and vibration ...

Smith Seckman Reid

Acoustics Consultant

Nashville, TN · On-site

Coordinates with the project manager and/or client to develop the acoustic scope of work on assigned projects * Develops design approaches and concepts on assigned projects and seeks assistance from ...

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As of Jul 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for manager acoustics in the United States is $55,952.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38,000.00 and $60,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Manager Acoustics vs Acoustic Engineer?

AspectManager AcousticsAcoustic Engineer
Required CredentialsBachelor's or Master's in Acoustics, Engineering, or related field; often managerial certificationsBachelor's or Master's in Acoustics, Mechanical Engineering, or related field
Work EnvironmentOversees teams, manages projects, collaborates with clientsDesigns, tests, and analyzes acoustic systems; often in labs or on-site
Employer & Industry UsageUsed in consulting firms, manufacturing, construction, and aerospaceCommon in R&D, product development, and environmental noise control

The main difference is that a Manager Acoustics oversees teams and projects, focusing on management and client relations, while an Acoustic Engineer concentrates on technical design, analysis, and testing of acoustic systems. Both roles require similar educational backgrounds but differ in responsibilities and work environment.

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Infographic showing various Manager Acoustics job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Internship, 58% As Needed, 10% Full Time, 4% Part Time, 21% Nights, and 1% Summer. Highlights an 93% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $55,952 per year, or $26.9 per hour.
Acoustics Engineer (onsite)

Acoustics Engineer (onsite)

Johnson Controls

New Freedom, PA • On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Johnson Controls rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 401 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

131st of 528 rated manufacturers

Job description

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls,a global leader in thermal management, mission-critical building systems, energy efficiency, and decarbonization, helps customers use energy more productively, reduce carbon emissions, and operate with the precision and resilience required in rapidly expanding industries such as datacenters, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, advanced manufacturing, and higher education.

For more than 140 years, Johnson Controls has delivered performance where itreally matters. Backed by advanced technology, lifecycle services and an industry-leading field organization, weelevatecustomer performance,turn goals into real-world results andhelpmove society forward.

Visitjohnsoncontrols.comfor more information and follow @Johnsoncontrols on socialplatforms.

What you will do
Johnson Controls is hiring! The Acoustic Engineer is an early-career engineer with developing expertise in sound and vibration, supporting industrial HVAC equipment such as chillers and heat pumps. In this role, you will apply your technical skills across a range of activities, from prototype development to customer field support.

You will work on-site as part of a team of sound and vibration experts and collaborate closely with product engineering, marketing, technical services, and sales. This position offers the opportunity to grow your expertise in acoustics and HVAC applications while contributing to new and existing technologies. This position is located onsite at our Advanced Development Engineering Center in New Freedom, PA. Candidates must be commuting distance, or able to relocate. Various relocation packages are available.

How you will do it

  • Conduct acoustic testing of chillers and air handlers in accordance with AHRI standards and industry best practice

  • Plan and execute test activities, including instrumentation setup, data collection, analysis, and reporting of results

  • Provide technical guidance to internal teams (engineering, applications) and support external customer inquiries as needed

  • Research patents and technical literature to identify state-of-the-art solutions and develop innovative noise control strategies

  • Participate in design reviews to ensure sound and vibration considerations are incorporated early in development

  • Support the development of product sound ratings for marketing and sales use

  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives related to product acoustics and test methods

  • Assume sound and vibration responsibility within cross-functional engineering teams

What we look for
Required

  • Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related science

  • 2+ years of professional experience as an Acoustics Engineer

  • Background in acoustics, vibration, or signal processing

Preferred

  • Advanced degree in acoustics or coursework emphasizing acoustics and vibration

  • Experience in a testing laboratory and with acoustic measurement systems (e.g., sound level meters, intensity probes, microphones, accelerometers)

  • Knowledge of Acoustic Finite Element Analysis (FEA) or Statistical Energy Analysis (SEA)

  • Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., MATLAB, Python, or similar)

HIRING SALARY RANGE: $75,000 - $100,000 (Salary to be determined by the education, experience,knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with marketdata.) This position includes a competitive benefits package. The posted salary range reflectsthe target compensation for this role. However, we recognize that exceptional candidatesmay bring unique skills and experiences that exceed the typical profile. If you believe yourbackground warrants consideration beyond the stated range, we encourage you to apply. Tosupport an efficient and fair hiring process, we may use technology assisted tools, includingartificial intelligence (AI), to help identify and evaluate candidates. All hiring decisions areultimately made by human reviewers. For details, please visit the About Us tab on theJohnson Controls Careers site at https://jobs.johnsoncontrols.com/about-us

Johnson Controls International plc. is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a qualified individual with a disability or any other characteristic protected by law. To view more information about your equal opportunity and non-discrimination rights as a candidate, visit EEO is the Law. If you are an individual with a disability and you require an accommodation during the application process, please visit here.

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Johnson Controls is a world leader in smart buildings, creating safe, healthy and sustainable spaces. For nearly 140 years, we’ve made buildings better and now we’re transforming them again with our award-winning digital technologies and services. We’re using artificial intelligence and data driven solutions to give you deeper insight into your building’s health, sustainability and performance. It’s changing the way we design, operate and maintain indoor environments and driving to a new era of autonomous buildings. We deliver the blueprint of the future for industries such as healthcare, schools, data centers, airports, stadiums, hotels, manufacturing and beyond through OpenBlue, our comprehensive suite of connected solutions. Johnson Controls offers the world’s largest portfolio of building technology, software and services. Supported by a team of more than 100,000 dedicated employees working across 150 countries, we’re helping customers achieve their sustainability goals and power their mission.

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Machinery manufacturing, water transportation, public safety statistics centers and offices and manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Milwaukee, WI, US

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