Senior Product Failure Analysis Engineer - Decatur, GA

AcuityInc•Decatur, GA

8d•Hybrid

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. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com . Work location: This position requires on-site presence in Decatur, GA, following a hybrid work model. Job Summary We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Failure Analysis associate to lead advanced diagnostics, root‑cause investigations, and cross‑functional problem solving for our electronic products, including LED drivers, power supplies, and controls. This senior-level role drives product quality, influences design decisions, and strengthens test coverage across the organization. This position is ideal for an experienced technical contributor who excels in analytical work, thrives in complex system-level problem scenarios, and collaborates effectively with engineering, product, manufacturing, suppliers, and customer-facing teams.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field; 5+ years of experience in failure analysis, hardware engineering, electronics testing, reliability engineering, or a related discipline.
Proven expertise with electronic diagnostic equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power analyzers, X-ray, microscopes, etc.).
Strong understanding of electronic circuits, power electronics, LEDs/Drivers, firmware interactions, and common failure mechanisms.
Demonstrated success in performing structured root cause analysis and leading cross-functional corrective action efforts.
Excellent analytical, communication, and technical writing skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience with LED drivers, power supplies, or Controls systems.
Familiarity with reliability testing, DVT/QTP, automated test development, HALT/ALT, or data analytics for quality.
Working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as PCB assembly, SMT, selective solder, or potting.
Experience mentoring others or serving as a technical lead.

Responsibilities

Failure Analysis & RCA Lead complex failure analysis on electronic assemblies to identify root causes and trends.
Perform electrical evaluations using lab tools (oscilloscopes, power supplies, data acquisition).
Develop and validate hypotheses for complex, intermittent failures using structured RCA methods.
Partner with design engineering to implement corrective actions and redesigns.
Quality & Cross-Functional Initiatives Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, and Product teams to improve design robustness and prevent defects.
Participate in quality reviews, SPC holds, and release readiness.
Analyze field returns, warranty data, and manufacturing issues to identify validation gaps.
Drive improvements in testing, automation, and quality processes.
Technical Leadership Act as SME in failure mechanisms across power electronics, controls, and LED systems.
Mentor engineers and technicians on FA techniques, tools, and analysis.
Improve FA processes, documentation, and reporting tools.
Reporting & Communication Prepare clear failure analysis and quality reports for leadership.
Maintain accurate failure data and classification.
Communicate technical findings clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.