Electronics Technician Senior

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
We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Senior Electronics Technician to join our manufacturing engineering team. Reporting to the Production Technology Manager, the successful candidate will contribute to the deployment, standardization, duplication, and improvement of test equipment and manufacturing processes. This person is a key player between the operations and engineering teams. They will be involved in production support, new product introduction, improving operational performance, and product quality.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
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Test Benches & Equipment: Deploy, duplicate, and improve automated test benches. Perform verification, validation testing, and execute preventive/corrective maintenance.
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Troubleshooting & Support: Manage second-level production troubleshooting (complex repairs of benches/equipment). Assemble, debug, and solder PCBs used in test benches.
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Software & IT: Support test software development/fine-tuning (TestStand, embedded code). Configure production Windows computers and install test software.
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Documentation & Calibration: Update technical documentation (electrical schematics, parts lists) and document annual validation/calibration methods.
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Continuous Improvement: Track weekly equipment performance indicators and implement corrections. Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives.
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Logistics & Training: Manage component purchasing, maintain inventory, and transfer knowledge to production operators/technicians during NPI or software rollouts.
Qualifications & Experience:
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Background: Degree/training in electronics (analog/digital) with 5+ years of experience as an electronics technician.
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Manufacturing & Processes: Proven experience in NPI (New Product Introduction), Engineering Change Orders (ECO), and ERP/MES systems.
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Quality & Continuous Improvement: Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing, KPI tracking, and ISO 9001 & 14001 standards.
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Skills: Strong organization, analytical problem-solving, and ability to thrive in a fast-growing environment.
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Languages: Fully bilingual in French and English (spoken and written).
Assets:
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Knowledge of electronic board manufacturing methods and IPC standards.
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Familiarity with CE, UL, and CSA certification standards.
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Experience in automated production testing of electronic products.
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Proficiency with Linux OS and CAD tools (KiCad, Altium, or similar).
Skills and Minimum Experience Required
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 Brands 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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Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so incumbents can communicate with their colleagues and suppliers in Quebec as necessary. French-language training is offered to all incumbents in permanent positions in Quebec who do not have a good knowledge of French.
Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.
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