Design Engineer

Acuity; Decatur (AL); On-site; USD 69,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Dental coverage

Vision plans

401K benefits

Commissions

Job summary

Acuity Inc. is a market-leading industrial technology company focused on designing, manufacturing and bringing to market lighting, controls and related solutions.

The role covers product development from concept through production, leading electro-mechanical design, prototyping and cross-functional collaboration to deliver new and improved products. You will work with cross-functional teams, apply LEAN and Six Sigma tools, and lead design improvements and cost reductions across manufacturing.

Qualifications

• Proficient in SolidWorks, cloud file sharing, Oracle or similar, MS Office.
• Lean & Six Sigma methodologies and DMAIC tools.
• Ability to communicate verbally, in written form and through sketches, and engineering drawings.
• Works well in cross-functional team environments.
• Understanding of stamping, drawing, casting, extrusion of metals and plastics.
• Leadership to influence and enlist cooperation for on-time, budget-conscious product development.
• Knowledge of UL testing processes.
• Understand and adhere to industry and safety standards.
• Bachelor of Engineering required.
• 1+ of applicable experience required.

Responsibilities

• Supports design process from part geometry to BOM and drawings; development varies from new product development to enhancements and cost reduction.
• Partners with manufacturing to resolve part or assembly issues and ensure quality production; conducts pilot/pre-production runs.
• Participates in team meetings using stage gate product development for major products.
• Initiates and develops concepts for new products from Project Charters and Specifications Matrix.
• Continuously looks to improve processes related to productivity, quality, purchasing and manufacturing.
• Supports Kaizen transformations and post Kaizen activities; may lead aspects of Kaizen.
• Submits test requests and prototyping, works with model shop on production of samples.

Skills

SolidWorks

Lean Six Sigma

Communication

Cross-functional

Manufacturing methods

Leadership

UL testing

Industry standards

Education

Bachelor of Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Oracle

Job description

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 requires on-site presence in Decatur, GA, following a hybrid work model.

Job Summary

Responsible for product development from concept through production, which includes new product, sustaining and resolution of field problems. Leads electro-mechanical product design and/or redesign, part assembly and detailed part drawings. Leads prototyping, testing, and assembly of samples. Leads various Product Design/development projects. Must be able to collaborate with all cross-functional members of the design team.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Supports various aspects of the design process including, but not limited to, the development of part geometry, assembly design and drawing generation. Design work varies from new product development to product enhancements and cost reduction activities. Develops and distributes engineering data in the form of Engineering Change Notices, bills of material and parts tracking. 35%
• Partners with the manufacturing facilities to resolve part or assembly issues, deviation requests and bill of material errors to keep the manufacturing lines running and ensure quality product is produced. Conducts pilot/pre-production runs. 15%
• Actively participates in, or lead on occasion, team meetings using the product delivery system (stage gate product development) for each major product. 10%
• Initiates and develops concepts for new products from Project Charters, and Specification Matrix provided by the Product Manager and other avenues such as reviewing competitor's samples and documentation, and free design techniques. Ensures concepts are agreeable with standard manufacturing methods utilized in the appropriate manufacturing facility. 15%
• Continuously looks to improve processes related to productivity, quality, purchasing and manufacturing; to include sourcing new or alternate processes, equipment, and/or training of manpower. Looks for advancements or changes in technology via tradeshows, vendors or other methods. 10%
• Support ABS/Lean Transformation by actively participating on Kaizen teams and completing of post Kaizen activity. May lead aspects of the Kaizen as necessary. 10%
• Submits test requests and actively engages with the testing group as necessary on any required follow-up. Submits prototype requests and works directly with the model shop for the production of prototypes and assembly of samples. Reviews functional specifications, project charters and competitors’ samples. 5%

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

• Proficient use of SolidWorks, cloud file sharing, Oracle or similar, MS Office, etc.
• Proficient in LEAN & Six Sigma methodology and practices such as standard work, time study, cause & effect, 5WHY analysis and other tools of DMAIC.
• The ability to communicate verbally, in written form and through sketches, and engineering drawings.
• Works well in cross-functional team environments.
• Possess understanding of manufacturing methods such as stamping, drawing, casting, extruding of metals and plastics.
• Leadership, to influence and enlist the cooperation of other team members to work towards the goal of completing and implementing new product development on time, and in budget.
• Knowledge of UL and UL testing processes very helpful.
• Understand and adhere to the appropriate established industry and safety Standards.
• Bachelor of Engineering required.
• 1 + of applicable experience required.

The range for this position is $68,600.00 to $95,000 USD. 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.

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 in the Application Process: Acuity Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws requiring reasonable accommodation of persons with disabilities in employment. This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation in the application process. If you believe you need reasonable accommodation to assist with our online application system or any aspect of the application process, please contact Human Resources at [phone], and select option 4. Please be prepared to identify the requisition / position applied for and the aspect of the application process for which you believe accommodation is needed. The company will engage in an interactive process with you to better understand the request and to determine whether reasonable accommodation is needed and available.

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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.

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