Industrial Engineer

Req ID: 11367

Remote Opportunities: 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

We are seeking a dynamic and passionate professional in methods and industrial engineering to join our manufacturing engineering team. Reporting to the Director of Production Technology, the individual will be responsible for standardizing and driving improvements to manufacturing systems and processes, as well as managing changes to products and testing equipment. This person plays a key role in bridging the Operations and R&D teams. You will be involved in new product introductions, production support, and enhancing operational performance and product quality.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Deploy standardized manufacturing processes
Document and control operational and production engineering processes
Participate in the optimization of production systems
Implement and monitor performance indicators
Manage engineering changes to current manufacturing products while minimizing impact on ongoing production (ECN & BOM)
Analyze incidents and failures, resolve technical issues (commissioning, test benches, databases, etc.) to improve quality and optimize production while enhancing product quality
Develop and track performance indicator reports
Collaborate in design reviews and the production launch of new products and software to ensure manufacturability, testability, and reliability
Contribute to the writing and updating of documentation related to test benches, production processes, instruction sheets, and equipment maintenance plans
Support continuous improvement activities (Kaizen) related to quality control, productivity gains, and cost reduction

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Operations and Logistics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or equivalent
Min 5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment (experience in electronics is an asset)
Experience in deploying manufacturing processes and equipment (NPI – New Product Introduction)
Experience in managing technical engineering changes (ECO – Engineering Change Orders)
Experience with ERP and/or MES systems
Experience in implementing and tracking performance indicators
Experience in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement
Knowledge of ISO 9001 & 14001 standard
Strong organizational, planning, and prioritization abilities
Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-growing organization
Strong interpersonal skills and excellent written and verbal communication abilities
Fluency in French and English (spoken and written)
Proficiency in MS Office Suite

Preferred Skills and Experience

Knowledge of electronic board manufacturing methods and IPC standards
Familiarity with CE, UL, CSA, and other regulatory standards

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 (770) 922-9000.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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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.

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.

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