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# Design Engineer

- **Company:** Acuity Brands
- **Location:** Decatur, GA, United States
- **Experience:** Starter
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** 3d Models, Microsoft Office
- **Published:** August 5, 2026
- **Apply:** https://careers.acuitybrands.com/talentcommunity/apply/1415875900/?locale=en_US

## About the Role

* Bachelor's Degree in Engineering.
 * 0-2 years of applicable engineering experience.
 * Proficient use of 3D CAD and Microsoft Office.
 * Proficient in Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and tools, including Standard Work, Time Studies, Cause & Effect, 5 Why Analysis, and DMAIC.
 * Strong verbal, written, sketching, and engineering drawing communication skills.
 * Ability to work effectively in cross-functional team environments.
 * Understanding of manufacturing methods including stamping, drawing, casting, and extrusion of metals and plastics.
 * Leadership skills to influence and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
 * Understanding of applicable industry and safety standards., * Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related discipline.
 * Commercial lighting industry experience.
 * Knowledge of UL standards and UL testing processes.

Travel Requirements

0-20% (U.S. and international)

## Description

Responsible for product development from concept through production, including new product development, sustaining engineering, and resolution of field problems. Leads electro-mechanical product design and redesign, part assembly and detailed part drawings, prototyping, testing, and assembly of samples. Leads various product design and development projects while collaborating with cross-functional members of the design team, * Participate in all aspects of the design process, including development of part geometry, assembly design, and drawing generation for new product development, product enhancements, and cost reduction activities.

 * Develop and distribute engineering documentation, including Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Bills of Materials (BOMs), and parts tracking.
 * Partner with manufacturing facilities to resolve part or assembly issues, deviation requests, and bill of material errors.
 * Participate in Stage-Gate product development meetings for major product launches.
 * Develop product concepts based on Project Charters, Specification Matrix requirements, competitor benchmarking, and design concepts while ensuring compatibility with manufacturing processes.
 * Support process improvement initiatives and related engineering research.
 * Participate in ABS/Lean Transformation activities and complete post-Kaizen assignments.
 * Submit testing and prototyping requests, interact with testing and model shop teams, and review functional specifications, project charters, and competitor samples.


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