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.

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

Job Summary

Lead the design and development of new healthcare lighting and patient-room solutions from concept through production launch.
Collaborate with Product Management, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Sourcing, Quality, and Testing teams to deliver innovative products that meet customer and business needs.
Develop proof-of-concept models, prototypes, and test samples to rapidly evaluate and refine new ideas.
Plan and execute product validation activities, including performance, reliability, safety, and usability testing.
Partner with certification laboratories to ensure compliance with applicable regulatory and product safety requirements.
Apply engineering fundamentals and Design for Manufacturing (DFM) principles to create scalable, cost-effective solutions.
Work closely with manufacturing and supply chain partners to support successful product launches.
Communicate technical risks, tradeoffs, and recommendations to cross-functional stakeholders.
Lead technical development efforts for new products, platform expansions, and innovative features within the Nightingale portfolio.
Continuously explore new design approaches that improve product performance and customer experience.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related engineering discipline.
5+ years of product development or design engineering experience.
Experience developing products from concept through commercialization.
Proficiency in 3D CAD software (SolidWorks preferred).
Experience with prototype development, testing, and product validation.
Familiarity with manufacturing processes including sheet metal fabrication, machining, castings, extrusions, and plastics.
Strong problem-solving, communication, and project leadership skills.
Experience with PLM systems and engineering change processes is preferred.
Ability to travel as needed.

The range for this position is $85,700.00 to $120,000 USD. 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.

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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Accommodation in the Application Process: Acuity Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. It complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws requiring reasonable accommodation of persons with disabilities in employment. This includes the provision of reasonable accommodation in the application process. If you believe you need reasonable accommodation to assist with our online application system or any aspect of the application process, please contact Human Resources at (770) 922-9000, and select option 4.  Please be prepared to identify the requisition / position applied for and the aspect of the application process for which you believe accommodation is needed. The company will engage in an interactive process with you to better understand the request and to determine whether reasonable accommodation is needed and available.

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