Design Engineer

Acuity; Decatur (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Inc. is seeking a Product Development Engineer to drive concept-to-production of electro-mechanical products. You will lead design, prototyping, testing, and documentation while collaborating with cross-functional teams across engineering and manufacturing.

The role emphasizes part geometry, assemblies, and detailed drawings, with an emphasis on cost reduction and manufacturability. Travel up to 20% is possible, and a Bachelor's degree in engineering is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering required.
• 0–2 years of applicable engineering experience.
• Proficient with 3D CAD and Microsoft Office.
• Lean and Six Sigma knowledge and tools (Standard Work, Time Studies, 5 Whys, DMAIC).
• Strong written and verbal communication; able to work cross-functionally.
• Understand manufacturing methods (stamping, drawing, casting, extrusion).

Responsibilities

• Participate in design process from concept to production.
• Develop part geometry, assembly design, and drawing generation for new products and cost-reduction.
• Create and distribute engineering documentation (ECNs, BOMs).
• Collaborate with manufacturing to resolve part or assembly issues and BOM errors.
• Lead Stage-Gate development meetings for major product launches.
• Support process improvements and engineering research.

Skills

3D CAD

Microsoft Office

Lean & Six Sigma

cross-functional teamwork

engineering drawing

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

none

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 .

Job Summary

Responsible for product development from concept through production, including new product development, sustaining engineering, and resolution of field problems. Leads electro-mechanical product design and redesign, part assembly and detailed part drawings, prototyping, testing, and assembly of samples. Leads various product design and development projects while collaborating with cross-functional members of the design team

Key Tasks & Responsibilities

• Participate in all aspects of the design process, including development of part geometry, assembly design, and drawing generation for new product development, product enhancements, and cost reduction activities.
• Develop and distribute engineering documentation, including Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and parts tracking.
• Partner with manufacturing facilities to resolve part or assembly issues, deviation requests, and bill of material errors.
• Participate in Stage-Gate product development meetings for major product launches.
• Develop product concepts based on Project Charters, Specification Matrix requirements, competitor benchmarking, and design concepts while ensuring compatibility with manufacturing processes.
• Support process improvement initiatives and related engineering research.
• Participate in ABS/Lean Transformation activities and complete post-Kaizen assignments.
• Submit testing and prototyping requests, interact with testing and model shop teams, and review functional specifications, project charters, and competitor samples.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
• 0–2 years of applicable engineering experience.
• Proficient use of 3D CAD and Microsoft Office.
• Proficient in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and tools, including Standard Work, Time Studies, Cause & Effect, 5 Why Analysis, and DMAIC.
• Strong verbal, written, sketching, and engineering drawing communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments.
• Understanding of manufacturing methods including stamping, drawing, casting, and extrusion of metals and plastics.
• Leadership skills to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of applicable industry and safety standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
• Commercial lighting industry experience.
• Knowledge of UL standards and UL testing processes.

Travel Requirements

0–20% (U.S. and international)

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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