Senior Product Failure Analysis Engineer - Decatur, GA

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 .

Work location:

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

Key Responsibilities

Lead Failure Analysis & Root Cause Investigations

Lead complex failure analysis investigations on electronic assemblies to identify systemic issues and emerging trends. Perform detailed electrical diagnostics using lab equipment such as oscilloscopes, power supplies, and data acquisition tools. Develop and validate hypotheses for intermittent or multi-factor failures and guide teams through structured root cause analysis methodologies. Provide clear conclusions and collaborate with design engineering teams to implement corrective design improvements.

Drive Cross-Functional Quality Initiatives

Partner with Product Engineering, Quality, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, and Product Management to improve product robustness and prevent recurrence of field or manufacturing defects. Participate in Quality Review Boards, SPC hold reviews, and product release readiness assessments. Analyze field returns, warranty data, and manufacturing issues to identify gaps in test coverage and validation processes. Contribute to improvements in validation testing, automated test coverage, and quality workflows.

Technical Leadership & Mentorship

Act as a subject matter expert in failure mechanisms related to power electronics, controls, and LED systems. Mentor junior engineers, analysts, and technicians on failure analysis techniques, lab equipment usage, and data interpretation. Support the evolution of failure analysis processes, documentation standards, reporting tools, and analytical dashboards.

Documentation, Reporting & Communication

Prepare clear and concise Failure Analysis and Quality reports for engineering and leadership stakeholders. Maintain accurate data in failure tracking systems and ensure consist

Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Product Failure Analysis associate to lead advanced diagnostics, root‑cause investigations, and cross‑functional problem solving for our electronic products, including LED drivers, power supplies, and controls. This senior-level role drives product quality, influences design decisions, and strengthens test coverage across the organization.

This position is ideal for an experienced technical contributor who excels in analytical work, thrives in complex system-level problem scenarios, and collaborates effectively with engineering, product, manufacturing, suppliers, and customer-facing teams.

Required

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, or related field;
• 5 years of experience in failure analysis, hardware engineering, electronics testing, reliability engineering, or a related discipline.
• Proven expertise with electronic diagnostic equipment (oscilloscopes, DMMs, power analyzers, X-ray, microscopes, etc.).
• Strong understanding of electronic circuits, power electronics, LEDs/Drivers, firmware interactions, and common failure mechanisms.
• Demonstrated success in performing structured root cause analysis and leading cross-functional corrective action efforts.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and technical writing skills.
  
  

Preferred

• Experience with LED drivers, power supplies, or Controls systems.
• Familiarity with reliability testing, DVT/QTP, automated test development, HALT/ALT, or data analytics for quality.
• Working knowledge of manufacturing processes such as PCB assembly, SMT, selective solder, or potting.
• Experience mentoring others or serving as a technical lead.
  
  

Travel Requirements

• 1-20%
  
  

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 .

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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