Process Engineer Backend Senior

Req ID: 13975

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

This position is focused on process improvement and manufacturing efficiency within backend/manual assembly operations in an electronics manufacturing environment. The engineer will support productivity improvements, line balancing, time studies, layout optimization, scrap reduction, and implementation of Lean Manufacturing initiatives. The role also supports troubleshooting, process documentation, engineering changes, and continuous improvement projects while ensuring compliance with ESD/static control and manufacturing standards.

Key Responsibilities

Support productivity and manufacturing efficiency improvements within production lines and manual assembly cells.
Perform time studies, line balancing, and labor/resource distribution analysis.
Optimize layouts, material flow, and product flow within manufacturing operations.
Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement initiatives directly on the production floor.
Support scrap reduction and process optimization activities.
Troubleshoot manufacturing/process issues and implement corrective actions.
Participate in engineering changes, process updates, and manufacturing documentation.
Monitor operational metrics such as OEE, productivity, scrap, and yield.
Support manufacturing operations within controlled environments following ESD/static control standards.
Collaborate closely with Production, Quality, Engineering, Training, and EHS teams.

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Industrial, Mechatronics, Electronics, Mechanical, Chemical Engineering, or related field.
3+ years of experience in Process Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering within manufacturing/electronics environments.
Experience with Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience with line balancing, time studies, and workflow optimization.
Experience supporting manual assembly or backend manufacturing processes.
Knowledge of Core Tools and problem-solving methodologies.
Experience working with metrics such as OEE, productivity, scrap, and yield.
Knowledge of ESD/static control environments.
Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
Intermediate/Advanced conversational English. (must).
Self-directed personality with strong floor presence and ability to work directly with production teams.

Travel Requirements

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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