Sr. Electronics Engineer - Decatur, GA

Acuity; Decatur (GA); Hybrid; USD 83,300 - 149,900; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care benefits

401K benefits

Incentive compensation

Job summary

Acuity is looking for a Sr. Electronics Engineer in Decatur, GA to develop innovative electronics solutions. The candidate will design PCB layouts, manage projects, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings.

The position requires a Bachelor’s degree in Electronics or similar and a minimum of 4 years of experience. Acuity offers a salary range of $83,300 to $149,900 along with generous benefits including health care and 401K.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering required.
• Minimum 4 years of experience in electronics engineering.
• Proficiency with schematic capture and PCB layout tools.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop electronics solutions including firmware and PCB layouts.
• Lead product design activities according to specifications.
• Coordinate photometric and thermal testing activities.

Skills

Electronics design

Firmware development

Schematic capture

PCB layout

Thermal management

English communication

LEAN methodologies

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering

Tools

CAD (2D)

Microsoft Office 365

Minitab

Job description

Job Summary

Acuity Brands (NYSE: AYI) is transforming the lighting industry. We take pride in our 12,000 employees, who work to illuminate the world with innovation and excellence. Join a team that is committed to lighting the way to a more brilliant, connected, and productive future.

Work Location

This position requires on‑site presence in Decatur, GA, following a hybrid work model.

About This Team

If you want to be on the cutting edge of technology and touch all facets of Acuity Lighting business, then this is the group for you! This position provides exposure to Acuity Indoor, Outdoor, Industrial, OEM, and Residential portfolios and your efforts can make a direct impact on top‑line revenue and bottom‑line margin through new product development, value engineering, product enhancements, and new technology integrations. The Electronics & Light Engine group delivers innovation and ideation direction for all Acuity illumination products. Electronics Engineering is the key role in our illumination system’s strategic vision, innovation solution designs, and product lifecycle management which shape corporate and personal financial success. This role offers exposure to Acuity Brands Engineering, Optics, Supply Chain, Finance, and Product Management, supporting your career growth opportunities. Our team is seeking a new Sr. Electronics Engineer who will independently explore new innovations to be brilliant, productive, and connected.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

• Independently design and develop electronics solutions including LED selection, firmware, PCB layouts, controls integration, and engineering documentation such as BOMs, ECOs, drawings, and test specifications. Support new product development, enhancements, cost reductions, and manufacturing needs. (30%)
• Lead product design activities using project specifications, customer requirements, competitor benchmarking, and Acuity DFx standards to ensure reliable and manufacturable products. (15%)
• Manage projects within the Acuity Product Development System (PDS), ensuring timelines, deliverables, quality, and compliance standards are met while mentoring junior engineers. (15%)
• Support ABS/LEAN initiatives by leading Kaizen activities, improving engineering processes, testing methods, DFx documentation, and team standards. (15%)
• Coordinate photometric and thermal testing activities, review product compliance against customer and performance requirements, and support luminaire scaling/specification accuracy. (10%)
• Identify and implement continuous improvements related to quality, productivity, sourcing, testing, manufacturing, and emerging technologies. (10%)
• Partner with Focus Factories to resolve component, testing, deviation, and BOM‑related manufacturing issues to maintain production flow and product quality. (5%)

Preferred Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Electronics, Electrical, or Computer Engineering (Master’s preferred) with the ability to independently design electronics hardware and preferably firmware/microprocessor code.
• Minimum 4 years of electronics engineering experience with hands‑on involvement in electronics and firmware development using data‑driven design solutions.
• Proficiency with schematic capture, PCB layout, CAD (2D), Microsoft Office 365, MiniTab, SPICE, and circuit analysis tools.
• Strong understanding of thermal management, electrical isolation, EMI, reliability testing, prototyping, and cost/performance trade‑offs in electronics design.
• Experience using electronics lab and testing equipment including oscilloscopes, signal generators, power analyzers, spectrum analyzers, surge/EMI generators, and measurement tools.
• Knowledge of electronic component selection, tolerance analysis, reliability analysis, and circuit/system simulations.
• Basic understanding of PCBA manufacturing, PCB materials, factory testing methods, and component impacts on production.
• Familiarity with LEAN and Six Sigma methodologies including DMAIC, A3, 5WHY, standard work, and root cause analysis tools.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills with the ability to create technical documentation and presentations for varied audiences.
• Ability to work effectively in cross‑functional teams, manage changing priorities, and deliver high‑quality projects on time.
• Understanding of UL, DLC, Energy Star, and related electronics/lighting industry standards.
• Ability to travel up to 10% and independently lift products/materials up to 50 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits

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.

Accommodations 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.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard 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.