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

We are looking for an Electronics Specialist to join our Sustaining Engineering team, dedicated to ensuring the reliability, performance and long-term viability of our building management products.

You will help maintain production continuity by qualifying electronic components, managing obsolescence and resolving technical issues affecting existing products. You will also contribute to product improvement and maintenance projects, proposing changes to enhance reliability, optimize costs and extend product service life.

This role combines technical investigation, laboratory testing and the delivery of improvement projects, with priorities aligned with risks and operational needs.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Product Improvement and Maintenance Projects

Identify and propose changes to improve reliability, optimize costs, facilitate manufacturing or extend product service life.
Explore opportunities to simplify circuits and standardize components.
Contribute to defining and implementing electronic circuit board modifications in collaboration with R&D.
Assess expected benefits, technical risks and validation requirements.
Support changes from technical assessment through validation and production implementation, following the change management process.

Technical Support for Production, Quality and Products in the Field

Participate in investigations into electronic issues encountered in production or reported by Quality and Technical Support teams.
Perform the analyses and measurements needed to identify root causes and propose corrective actions.
Verify the effectiveness of selected solutions with the relevant teams.
Provide technical support to manufacturing teams and partners when introducing new components or circuit board revisions.
Help assess the impact of changes on product compliance in collaboration with Quality and Compliance teams.

Technical Documentation and Knowledge Sharing

Document analyses, test results, technical decisions and operating limitations of qualified components.
Provide and maintain technical information within the scope of the role in component and product management tools, including the future PLM system.
Help expand approved component lists and promote the reuse of validated solutions.
Share lessons learned and propose improvements to component qualification and risk management methods.

Responsibilities:

Collaborate with the group’s Test team and R&D to identify and implement corrective actions while ensuring that product specifications and performance requirements are met.
Ensure component qualification by establishing qualification plans tailored to the specific requirements of our equipment to verify reliability.
Provide technical expertise and conduct in-depth analyses of component-related issues.
Collaborate with R&D and Supply Chain to monitor relevant technology developments and proactively manage obsolescence.
Help maintain component databases through regular updates that account for obsolescence risks.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Diploma of College Studies (DEC) in Electronics Technology, Industrial Electronics or equivalent technical training.
At least 10 years of relevant experience in troubleshooting, validation or technical support for electronic products.
Hands-on experience reading schematics, analyzing circuits and using laboratory equipment.
Experience in component qualification, obsolescence management or electronic circuit board modifications.
Experience in schematic design and printed circuit board (PCB) layout using OrCAD would be an asset.
Strong knowledge of analog and digital electronics, circuit schematics and electronic components.
Knowledge of the electronic components market and manufacturers.
Proficiency with equipment such as multimeters, oscilloscopes and soldering irons.
Strong analytical skills and the ability to summarize findings clearly.
Strong interpersonal and teamwork skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

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 (770) 922-9000, select option 4.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition. 

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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.

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.

About the company

Acuity provides accounting services designed for high-growth startups, offering everything from virtual bookkeeping to fractional CFOs. It combines highly certified people, proven processes, and world-class accounting technologies to manage a company’s books and financial reporting. Clients access a range of services tailored to their needs, from day-to-day bookkeeping to strategic financial guidance, all supported by standardized workflows and advanced software. This makes Acuity different from competitors by focusing specifically on startups and growth-stage businesses, delivering a full spectrum of accounting functions under one roof and emphasizing scalable processes and tech. The goal is to let startups concentrate on building their business while Acuity handles their financial operations and helps them scale efficiently.

Company Size

51-200

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$1.5M

Headquarters

Atlanta, Georgia

Founded

2004

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Acuity's June 2026 blog and services pages show active client acquisition and content velocity.
Sorren backing expands tax depth, niche expertise, and cross-firm resources for complex clients.
Serving 1,000-plus companies proves repeatable demand across startups, ecommerce, SaaS, and creative agencies.

What critics are saying

Kenji Kuramoto left for Basis in April 2026, weakening Acuity's founder-led brand.
Acuity's 2025 Sorren merger and rebrand can confuse clients and erode loyalty.
Basis's $100 million AI push threatens CAS firms by automating accounting workflows.

What makes Acuity unique

Acuity, powered by Sorren, combines bookkeeping, tax, controller, and fractional CFO services.
Dedicated humans plus cloud tools like QuickBooks, Xero, Gusto, and BILL reduce friction.
No-contract, transparent pricing and Slack access fit startups needing flexible finance support.

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Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Vacation
Gym Membership

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-3%

2 year growth

-3%

Associated Press

Oct 1st, 2026

Acuity reports $4.6B full-year sales, up 7%, with adjusted diluted EPS rising 11% to $19.90

Acuity Inc. reported fiscal fourth-quarter 2026 net sales of $1.2 billion, up 3% year-over-year, and full-year sales of $4.6 billion, up 7%. The industrial technology company posted diluted earnings per share of $5.63 for the quarter, up 56%, and $17.05 for the full year, up 36%. Adjusted diluted EPS reached $5.77 in Q4, an 11% increase, and $19.90 for the full year, also up 11%. The company generated $826 million in cash flow from operations during fiscal 2026. During the quarter, Acuity received $44.9 million in tariff refunds and incurred $17.8 million in special charges related to product portfolio and supply chain initiatives. The company repaid $200 million of its term loan, increased its dividend by 18%, and repurchased over 940,000 shares for $287.2 million.

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Acuity Behavioral Health Raises $1.5M

Atlanta-based Acuity Behavioral Health, led by CEO Jim Szyperski, has raised $1.5M to address the rising demand for mental and behavioral health services. The company aims to enhance inpatient psychiatric care with its AI-powered Behavioral Health Acuity Index (BHAI), which provides clinical decision support and helps hospitals forecast staffing needs based on behavioral health demands.