Process Engineer Senior

Req ID: 14088

Work Flexibility: Onsite

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.

Job Summary

The Process Engineer Senior will be responsible for driving manufacturing productivity, process optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives within the operation. This role supports manufacturing efficiency through line balancing, cycle time analysis, bottleneck identification, layout improvements, and waste reduction initiatives across SMT through final packing operations. The position requires a strong hands-on approach within the manufacturing floor environment.

Key Responsibilities

Perform time studies, cycle time analysis, and line balancing activities to improve manufacturing productivity and operational efficiency.
Identify bottlenecks, process inefficiencies, and opportunities for continuous improvement within manufacturing operations.
Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives focused on waste reduction, productivity improvements, and process optimization.
Lead and participate in Kaizen events and continuous improvement activities.
Support process changes, layout modifications, and manufacturing flow improvements using AutoCAD and related tools.
Maintain updated process documentation, manufacturing standards, and change management history.
Analyze manufacturing capacity and support operational decision-making based on productivity metrics and cycle time data.
Collaborate closely with Production, Manufacturing, Quality, and Engineering teams to support daily manufacturing operations.
Support SMT through final packing operations within a high-volume manufacturing environment.
Drive problem-solving initiatives and support implementation of corrective actions tied to manufacturing performance.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree completed in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field.
5+ years of experience in Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, or continuous improvement within manufacturing environments.
3-4 years of experience experience within electronics manufacturing or SMT environments.
Strong hands-on experience performing time studies, line balancing, bottleneck analysis, and productivity improvement activities.
Experience supporting SMT or electronics manufacturing processes preferred.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing methodologies and Kaizen initiatives.
Experience supporting layout changes and manufacturing flow improvements.
Intermediate-Advanced AutoCAD experience preferred.
English and Spanish communication skills required.

Travel Requirements

0-10%.

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.

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 +1 (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.

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