Senior Design Engineer (Hybrid / Decatur, GA)

Acuity • Decatur, GA

135d • $80,400 - $144,700

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• Understands engineering fundamentals.
• The ability to communicate verbally, in written form and through sketches, and engineering drawings.
• Proficient use of 3D CAD (SolidWorks) and PLM software (preferably Windchill), as well as Microsoft Office and related tools.
• Proficient in LEAN methodology and practices such as standard work, cause & effect, and other tools of DMAIC.
• Works well in cross-functional team environments.
• Possess understanding of manufacturing methods such as stamping, drawing, casting, extruding of metals and plastics.
• Leadership, to influence and enlist the cooperation of other team members to work towards the goal of completing and implementing new product development on time, and in budget.
• Knowledge of UL / CSA and testing processes is a plus.
• Understand and adhere to the appropriate established industry and safety Standards.

Responsibilities

• Leads various aspects of the design process including, but not limited to, the development of part geometry, assembly design and drawing generation.
• Partners with the manufacturing facilities to resolve part or assembly issues, deviation requests and bill of material errors to keep the manufacturing lines running and ensure quality product is produced.
• Actively participates in, or lead on occasion, team meetings using the product delivery system (stage gate product development) for each major product.
• Initiates and develops concepts for new products from Project Charters, and Specification Matrix provided by the Product Manager and other avenues such as reviewing competitor's samples and documentation.
• Continuously looks to improve processes related to productivity, quality, purchasing and manufacturing.
• Support Better, Smarter, Faster & Lean Transformation efforts as a Kaizen team participant.
• Submits test requests and actively engages with the testing group as necessary on any required follow-up.

Benefits

• Health care
• Dental coverage
• Vision plans
• 401K benefits
• Commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree