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Acuity

Senior Design Engineer (Hybrid - Decatur, GA)

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Acuity
Provider of lighting, controls & building management systems for commercial, industrial, institutional, infrastructure and residential sectors.
Hands‑on sustaining engineer improving lighting product reliability, manufacturability and cost.
2d ago
$80,400 - $144,700
Intermediate (4-7 years), Experienced (8-12 years)
Full Time
Decatur, GA
Hybrid
Company Size
13,200 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Consulting
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Construction services
Turnkey
Sector Specialisms
Health & Social Care
Dental
Social Care
Healthcare Transactions
Social Care Transactions
Regulatory Due Diligence
Role
What you would be doing
design projects
prototype fabrication
technical support
design optimization
custom modifications
validation testing
  • Leading design projects focused on product line expansions and margin improvement goals.
  • Fabricating and modifying prototype samples and mockups.
  • Technical Inquiries – address technical questions from Sales, Warranty, and Product Support teams by providing detailed engineering insights.
  • Implementing design improvements, enhancing reliability, manufacturability, and cost effectiveness.
  • Supporting custom product modifications with design, testing, and production documentation.
  • Operational Excellence – Manages resources and timelines to deliver high-quality results.
  • Partnering with factory locations and suppliers to support orders, address technical questions and support continuous improvement.
  • Developing test fixtures and support validation and certification testing.
What you bring
mechanical eng
solidworks
3d cad
manufacturing
lighting
5+ years
  • Available to travel domestically/internationally based on business needs.
  • Available to work on-site in Decatur, GA.
  • A Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering.
  • Lighting Industry Knowledge – Understanding of lighting industry technical areas, regulatory standards, and market expectations for lighting products. Knowledge of building codes and construction techniques as they relate to lighting products.
  • Manufacturing Expertise – Experience in manufacturing operations and design for manufacturing with standard processes for part and assembly fabrication (sheet metal, machining, die casting, extrusion, etc.).
  • 5+ years of experience in product development or sustaining engineering for lighting, appliances, or electro-mechanical consumer products.
  • Proficiency in 3D CAD, ideally SolidWorks and Microsoft Office.
  • Ability to lift items up to 50 lbs as needed.
  • Customer-Centric Thinking – Seeks a deep understanding of all stakeholders in the product ecosystem—including agents, specifiers, architects, and installers—to inform product decisions and enhance user experience.
  • Experience with CAD data management systems.
  • Entrepreneurial Mindset – Identifies opportunities and drives innovation with confidence.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
Revenue $3.8b
Annual Revenue 2023
The company generates approximately $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023).
Formed 2001
Year of Reinvention
The company was reinvented as Acuity Brands in 2001, pivoting into lighting and smart building technology.
Acquired 2015
Strategic Acquisitions
The company has made significant strategic acquisitions, including Distech in 2015.
Expansion 2021
Global Expansion
The company expanded its global presence with the acquisition of OSRAM DS in 2021.
  • Generates roughly $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023), trading publicly under ticker AYI.
  • Designs and manufactures luminaires, lighting controls, power supplies, skylights and integrated systems.
  • Typical projects span new‑build and retrofit installations in commercial offices, industrial facilities, institutional campuses, transportation infrastructure and homes.
  • Under brands like Lithonia, Holophane, Juno and nLight, it blends LED innovation with IoT‑enabled controls.
  • Stands out with its Atrius IoT platform and a unique combo of lighting, building analytics and smart controls—blurring lines between hardware and software.
Culture + Values
  • We value transparency and open communication.
  • We strive to foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
  • We encourage a growth mindset and constant learning.
  • We prioritize customer satisfaction and focus on delivering results.
  • We embrace innovation and challenge the status quo.
Environment + Sustainability
2040 Target
Net Zero Goal
Committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across operations and value chain by 2040.
  • Efficiency initiatives reduce energy consumption in operations.
  • Renewable energy sources power their operations.
  • Sustainability is integral to product development and design.
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Everyone feels valued in an inclusive culture.
  • Specific goals have been set to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
  • Gender diversity in the workforce is tracked and reported.
  • Equal opportunity is promoted in hiring and career development.
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