Electrical Engineer Senior - Decatur, GA

Req ID: 12843

Work Flexibility: Hybrid

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 may be based anywhere in the United States and includes travel as part of the responsibilities.
This position requires on-site presence in Decatur, GA, following a hybrid work model.
This position requires on-site presence in Decatur, GA, must report to the office every business day.

Job Summary

We Light the Way!

Acuity Brands (NYSE: AYI) is transforming the lighting industry with a team of 12,000 employees dedicated to building a more connected and productive world. Together, we drive innovation and industry leadership.

About this Team:

The Electronics & Light Engine group supports all Acuity portfolios (Indoor, Outdoor, Industrial, OEM, Residential) and directly impacts revenue and margin through new product development, value engineering, enhancements, and technology integration. Electronics Engineering plays a central role in illumination system strategy, innovation, and lifecycle management, working cross-functionally with Engineering, Optics, Supply Chain, Finance, and Product Management. The team is seeking a Sr. Electronics Design Engineer to independently drive innovation and contribute to product excellence and business growth.

This role leads new product development and sustaining engineering for Electronics & Light Engines, including hardware design, firmware development, LED and driver selection, PCB layout, and component integration. Responsibilities include prototyping, testing, cost reduction, field issue resolution, and manufacturing support. The Senior Electronics Engineer manages multiple projects, collaborates cross-functionally, mentors engineers, supports product launches, and applies LEAN methodologies to improve efficiency and processes.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

What This Role Owns

Own end-to-end electronics design, including LED selection, driver integration, PCB design (Altium), system controls, and embedded firmware development for microcontroller-based lighting systems. Work closely with the Optics team to meet lumen output and efficiency targets. Take designs from concept through validation and production release.

Drive new product development and product improvements by translating requirements into reliable, manufacturable designs. Improve existing products through cost reduction and performance optimization while ensuring compliance with reliability, manufacturability, and testability standards.

Lead multiple concurrent projects and ensure milestones and deliverables are achieved. Mentor junior engineers and promote strong design practices and technical excellence.

Support testing and product validation by coordinating thermal and photometric testing, reviewing performance data, and implementing design improvements. Ensure products meet customer, regulatory, and internal requirements.

Improve processes and manufacturing support by leading continuous improvement and LEAN initiatives. Resolve field and production issues in partnership with manufacturing teams to maintain quality and production continuity.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering with focus in Electronics (Master’s preferred)
Minimum 4 years of experience in electronics and firmware engineering design
Ability to independently design electronics hardware
Ability to independently develop microprocessor-based firmware
Strong proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools (Altium preferred)
Experience with circuit analysis and simulation tools (e.g., SPICE)
Proficiency with Microsoft Office 365 and basic 2D CAD tools
Solid understanding of thermal design, heat transfer, electrical isolation, EMI, and cost trade-offs
Experience with prototyping, validation, and reliability testing
Ability to use bench-top test equipment such as oscilloscopes, signal generators, power analyzers, DVMs, spectrum analyzers, surge/EMI generators, and related tools
Knowledge of electronic component selection, tolerance analysis, reliability analysis, and system-level considerations
Understanding of PCBA manufacturing processes, factory testing methods, and PCB materials
Experience applying LEAN and/or Six Sigma methodologies (standard work, 5WHY, A3, DMAIC, etc.)
Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, including technical documentation and presentations
Ability to collaborate effectively in cross-functional team environments
Ability to adapt to changing business and engineering priorities
Knowledge of applicable standards such as UL, DLC, and Energy Star
Ability to travel approximately 10 percent as required
Ability to lift and manage products or equipment up to 50 lbs

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The range for this position is $83,300.00 to $149,900.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant’s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click here.

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. 

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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, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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