Electronics Technician Senior

Acuity Brands, Inc; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Brands, Inc is looking for a dynamic and passionate Senior Electronics Technician to support our manufacturing engineering team in Atlanta, Georgia. The successful candidate will contribute to the improvement of test equipment and manufacturing processes which directly impacts product quality and operational performance.

Applicants should have a strong background in electronics with over 5 years of experience, as well as proven skills in manufacturing and production processes.

Additionally, the candidate should be fully bilingual in French and English, making them capable of collaborating effectively with diverse teams.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as an electronics technician.
• Experience with New Product Introduction (NPI) and ERP/MES systems.
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Deploy, duplicate, and improve automated test benches.
• Manage second-level production troubleshooting.
• Support test software development and configuration.

Skills

Strong organization

Analytical problem-solving

Bilingual in French and English

Education

Degree/training in electronics

Tools

TestStand

Linux OS

CAD tools (KiCad, Altium)

Job description

Job Summary

We are looking for a dynamic and passionate Senior Electronics Technician to join our manufacturing engineering team. Reporting to the Production Technology Manager, the successful candidate will contribute to the deployment, standardization, duplication, and improvement of test equipment and manufacturing processes. This person is a key player between the operations and engineering teams. They will be involved in production support, new product introduction, improving operational performance, and product quality.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Test Benches & Equipment: Deploy, duplicate, and improve automated test benches. Perform verification, validation testing, and execute preventive/corrective maintenance.

Troubleshooting & Support: Manage second-level production troubleshooting (complex repairs of benches/equipment). Assemble, debug, and solder PCBs used in test benches.

Software & IT: Support test software development/fine-tuning (TestStand, embedded code). Configure production Windows computers and install test software.

Documentation & Calibration: Update technical documentation (electrical schematics, parts lists) and document annual validation/calibration methods.

Continuous Improvement: Track weekly equipment performance indicators and implement corrections. Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives.

Logistics & Training: Manage component purchasing, maintain inventory, and transfer knowledge to production operators/technicians during NPI or software rollouts.

Qualifications & Experience:

Background: Degree/training in electronics (analog/digital) with 5+ years of experience as an electronics technician.

Manufacturing & Processes: Proven experience in NPI (New Product Introduction), Engineering Change Orders (ECO), and ERP/MES systems.

Quality & Continuous Improvement: Solid understanding of Lean Manufacturing, KPI tracking, and ISO 9001 & 14001 standards.

Skills: Strong organization, analytical problem-solving, and ability to thrive in a fast-growing environment.

Languages: Fully bilingual in French and English (spoken and written).

Assets:

Knowledge of electronic board manufacturing methods and IPC standards.

Familiarity with CE, UL, and CSA certification standards.

Experience in automated production testing of electronic products.

Proficiency with Linux OS and CAD tools (KiCad, Altium, or similar).

Employment and Equal Opportunity Statement

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

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.