Sr. Electronics Engineer - Decatur, GA

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people's lives.

We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.

Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.

Work location:

• This position may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.
• This position requires on-site presence in Decatur, GA, following a hybrid work model.
• This position requires on-site presence in Decatur, GA, must report to the office every business day.

Job Summary

We Light the Way!

Acuity Brands (NYSE: AYI) is transforming the lighting industry. We take pride in our 12,000 employees, and they take pride in working with the best in the industry. Join a team committed to lighting the way to a more brilliant, connected, and productive world. Individually we are talented, but together we are unstoppable.

About this Team:

If you want to be on the cutting edge of technology and touch all facets of Acuity Lighting business, then this is the group for you! This position provides exposure to Acuity Indoor, Outdoor, Industrial, OEM, and Residential portfolios and your efforts can make a direct impact to top line revenue and bottom line margin via new products development, value engineering activities, product enhancements, and new technology integrations. The Electronics & Light Engine group provides innovation and ideation direction and solutions into all Acuity illumination products.

Electronics Engineering is the key role in our illumination systems strategic vision, innovation solution designs and product lifecycle management which shape corporate and personal financial success. This role provides exposure to aspects of Acuity Brands Engineering, Optics, Supply Chain, Finance and Product Management which can support your career growth opportunities. Our exciting team is seeking to integrate a new Sr. Electronics Engineer that will independently explore new innovations to be brilliant, be productive, and be connected.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Independently design and develop electronics solutions including LED selection, firmware, PCB layouts, controls integration, and engineering documentation such as BOMs, ECOs, drawings, and test specifications. Support new product development, enhancements, cost reductions, and manufacturing needs. (30%)
• Lead product design activities using project specifications, customer requirements, competitor benchmarking, and Acuity DFx standards to ensure reliable and manufacturable products. (15%)
• Manage projects within the Acuity Product Development System (PDS), ensuring timelines, deliverables, quality, and compliance standards are met while mentoring junior engineers. (15%)
• Support ABS/LEAN initiatives by leading Kaizen activities, improving engineering processes, testing methods, DFx documentation, and team standards. (15%)
• Coordinate photometric and thermal testing activities, review product compliance against customer and performance requirements, and support luminaire scaling/specification accuracy. (10%)
• Identify and implement continuous improvements related to quality, productivity, sourcing, testing, manufacturing, and emerging technologies. (10%)
• Partner with Focus Factories to resolve component, testing, deviation, and BOM-related manufacturing issues to maintain production flow and product quality. (5%)

Preferred Skills and Experience

Qualified Applicants Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (Master's preferred) with ability to independently design electronics hardware and preferably firmware/microprocessor code.
• Minimum 4 years of electronics engineering experience with hands-on involvement in electronics and firmware development using data-driven design solutions.
• Proficiency with schematic capture, PCB layout, CAD (2D), Microsoft Office 365, MiniTab, SPICE, and circuit analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of thermal management, electrical isolation, EMI, reliability testing, prototyping, and cost/performance trade-offs in electronics design.
• Experience using electronics lab and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, signal generators, power analyzers, spectrum analyzers, surge/EMI generators, and measurement tools.
• Knowledge of electronic component selection, tolerance analysis, reliability analysis, and circuit/system simulations.
• Basic understanding of PCBA manufacturing, PCB materials, factory testing methods, and component impacts on production.
• Familiarity with LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies including DMAIC, A3, 5WHY, standard work, and root cause analysis tools.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills with ability to create technical documentation and presentations for varied audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional teams, manage changing priorities, and deliver high-quality projects on time.
• Understanding of UL, DLC, Energy Star, and related electronics/lighting industry standards.
• Ability to travel up to 10% and independently lift products/materials up to 50 lbs.

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The range for this position is $83,300.00 to $149,900.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant's experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click here.

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer.  All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities:  As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

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