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Senior Electrical Design Engineer - Power Systems
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- Lead the design and development of electrical power systems for various projects.
- Create detailed electrical schematics, panel layouts, and wiring diagrams using CAD software.
- Perform engineering calculations, including load studies, fault analysis, and power system studies.
- Select appropriate electrical components, switchgear, and protection devices.
- Collaborate with project teams, clients, and stakeholders to define project requirements.
- Ensure designs comply with relevant codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., NEC, IEEE).
- Review and approve shop drawings and submittals from contractors.
- Provide technical support during the construction and commissioning phases.
- Mentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical design engineering, with a strong focus on power systems.
- Proficiency in electrical design software (e.g., AutoCAD Electrical, Revit MEP, ETAP).
- Solid understanding of power distribution, motor controls, and protection schemes.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is highly desirable.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective team collaboration.
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Senior Electrical Design Engineer
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- Designing and developing complex electrical circuits and systems.
- Creating and managing detailed schematics and PCB layouts using industry-standard EDA tools.
- Performing simulations and analyses to validate designs and predict performance.
- Conducting design reviews and contributing to peer reviews.
- Collaborating with manufacturing teams to ensure design for manufacturability (DFM) and design for testability (DFT).
- Troubleshooting and debugging hardware issues during development and production.
- Staying abreast of the latest advancements in electrical engineering technologies and applying them to projects.
- Documenting design processes, specifications, and test results.
- Mentoring junior engineers and sharing technical knowledge.
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Electrical Design Engineer Senior (Decatur, GA)
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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 .
**Job Summary & Location**
As a Senior Electrical Engineer at Acuity, you create and sustain next-generation, energy-efficient, intelligent, wired and wireless lighting control systems for commercial and industrial applications. The ideal candidate will have a broad base of knowledge that includes digital and analog circuit design, sensor integration, and networking in high-volume, high-reliability applications. All aspects of product development are in scope, from ideation and system architecture to delivering designs that can be efficiently manufactured in high volume and sustaining the solutions, including engineering support. Prior experience working with commercial automation systems (e.g., lighting control, building management, industrial control) or consumer electronics (e.g., home automation, security, sensors, PC peripherals) is highly desirable.
Based on business needs, this position works in Decatur, GA.
**Primary Responsibilities Include**
+ Design, model, and test mixed-signal processor-based electronics; design and source PCBs; specify and source electronic components; specify and manage firmware.
+ Collaborate with firmware engineers to optimize system-level integration and performance.
+ Evaluate existing and emerging technologies to identify solutions reliably operating in various installed environments.
+ Clearly communicate design and component constraints and trade-offs to other team members and management, playing an advisory role as a subject matter expert to ensure optimal design decisions.
+ Evaluate the Intellectual Property (IP) landscape to identify risks created by existing IP and opportunities for developing valuable new IP.
+ Design and support products according to relevant electrical code and laboratory standards, as well as support the UL / CSA testing and listing process for products.
+ Design and support wireless communication products that comply with FCC part 15 and manage submissions for compliance testing.
+ Work closely with manufacturing to ensure that designs meet manufacturability and testing criteria and sustain these products in manufacturing.
+ Develop and distribute engineering data in the form of Engineering Change Notices, Bills of Material, and parts tracking.
+ Perform system integration and validation testing activities, including verification of interoperability with customer-supplied peripherals.
+ Mentor junior team members on technical and professional subjects to strengthen their capabilities and those of the overall team.
**Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering (EE), Computer Engineering (CE), or equivalent.
+ 7+ years of experience is preferred.
+ Expertise in analog and digital low-voltage circuit design, PCB design, and layout using Altium or a similar software package.
+ Expertise in AC-DC, DC-DC power supplies, power electronics, and AC circuit protection preferred.
+ Expertise in designing wireless products that comply with FCC part 15 certifications.
+ Experience in modeling, P-SPICE simulation, circuit analysis, worst-case thermal analysis, MTBF, and product lifetime expectancy calculation.
+ Experience with communication and networking protocols (I2C, SPI, RS-485, Ethernet, etc.).
+ Experience with wireless communication protocols (Wi-Fi, ZigBee, Bluetooth, BLE, Proprietary, etc.).
+ Demonstrated ability to devise novel technical solutions, lateral thinking (applying known solutions to new problems in related fields), willingness to challenge existing practice (technical, testing, manufacturing), willingness to add new functionalities to existing products or start new product categories.
+ Experience in debugging embedded solutions using tools such as debuggers and scopes.
+ Experience in recreating sporadic types of issues/failures using various debugging techniques.
+ Strong project management skills - demonstrated ability to take projects from start to finish with minimal supervision.
+ Experience in creating product test plans.
+ Hands-on experience with soldering, board bring-up, and component-level debugging, and work with lab test equipment (scopes, meters, programmable power supplies).
+ Willingness to roll up sleeves and drive things to completion.
+ Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
**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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Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Systems
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Remote Principal Electrical Engineer (Power Systems)
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Senior Electrical Engineer - Power Systems Integration
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Responsibilities:
- Design and develop electrical systems for power generation, distribution, and integration.
- Perform detailed electrical analysis, including load flow, short circuit, and transient stability studies.
- Select and specify electrical components, switchgear, transformers, and protection devices.
- Develop single-line diagrams, schematics, wiring diagrams, and panel layouts.
- Ensure all designs comply with national and international electrical codes and standards (e.g., NEC, IEEE).
- Collaborate with other engineering disciplines and project stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct technical reviews of designs and provide recommendations for improvement.
- Troubleshoot electrical issues and provide technical support during project execution and commissioning.
- Develop and maintain project documentation, including design reports, calculations, and specifications.
- Research and evaluate new technologies for power systems applications.
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field. Master's degree preferred.
- PE license strongly preferred.
- Minimum of 7 years of experience in electrical engineering, with a focus on power systems.
- Proven experience with power system analysis software (e.g., ETAP, PSS/E, SKM PowerTools).
- In-depth knowledge of electrical codes, standards, and best practices.
- Experience with renewable energy integration (solar, wind) is a significant plus.
- Familiarity with SCADA systems and protection relaying.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects effectively in a remote setting.
- Experience with CAD software for electrical drawings.
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Principal Power Systems Engineer
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Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design, simulation, and analysis of advanced power systems, including AC/DC networks, microgrids, and renewable energy integration.
- Develop and validate complex simulation models using industry-standard software (e.g., PSCAD, EMTP-RV, PSS/E, MATLAB/Simulink).
- Perform detailed power flow, short-circuit, stability, and harmonic analyses.
- Ensure compliance with relevant grid interconnection standards and codes (e.g., IEEE, FERC, WECC).
- Contribute to the development of control strategies for power electronic converters, energy storage systems, and grid-tied inverters.
- Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior power systems engineers.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including hardware engineers, software developers, and project managers, to achieve project goals.
- Author technical reports, specifications, and proposals.
- Stay abreast of emerging power system technologies, market trends, and regulatory changes.
- Conduct root cause analysis for power system disturbances and develop mitigation plans.
- Contribute to the intellectual property and innovation roadmap of the company.
- Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Ph.D. or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering with a specialization in Power Systems.
- Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in power systems engineering, with a strong focus on grid integration, power electronics, and simulation.
- Demonstrated expertise in power system analysis tools (e.g., PSCAD, EMTP-RV, PSS/E, ETAP).
- Proficiency in MATLAB/Simulink for modeling and control design.
- Thorough understanding of grid codes, interconnection standards, and power system protection principles.
- Experience with energy storage systems (e.g., batteries) and their integration into the grid.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex technical information clearly.
- Proven ability to lead technical projects and mentor engineering teams.
- Experience working in a remote or distributed team environment is highly desirable.
- Professional Engineer (PE) license is a plus.
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Electrical Engineer Senior (Hybrid - Decatur, GA)
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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 .
**Team/Position Summary & Location**
The Electronics & Light Engine team is on the cutting edge of technology and touches all facets of Acuity's Lighting business. This position supports Acuity's Indoor, Outdoor, Industrial, OEM, and Residential portfolios, where your efforts directly impact top-line revenue and bottom-line margin through new product development, value engineering activities, product enhancements, and new technology integrations. The Electronics & Light Engine group innovates and ideates direction and solutions for all Acuity illumination products. Electronics Engineering is key in Acuity's illumination systems strategic vision, innovative solution designs, and product lifecycle management.
As a Senior Electrical Engineer, you're exposed to various aspects of Acuity, including Engineering, Optics, Supply Chain, Finance, and Product Management. You're responsible for new product design, cost reductions, field quality resolution, manufacturing support, and sustaining engineering activities related to Electronics & Light Engines. The ideal candidate has experience independently exploring innovations to be brilliant, productive, and connected, providing product ideation, electronics hardware design, firmware creation/updates, LED selection, PCB design/layout creation, UV/Horticulture designs, PCBA drawing creation, along with selection of drivers, surge protection devices, emergency battery backup equipment, and luminaire electronic controls. Responsibilities include prototyping, testing, and assembling prototypes/samples required for evaluating designs and cost reductions. The Senior Electrical Engineer manages projects simultaneously in collaboration with engineering and design.They teach and mentor other engineers, and work with manufacturing and distribution facilities and product management to ensure successful product launches. The Senior Electrical Engineer applies LEAN Process methodology in projects and daily tasks to streamline and improve processes.
**This position works onsite in Decatur, GA based on business needs.**
**Primary Responsibilities Include**
+ Independently complete design activities, including selecting electronics and LED components, creating firmware solutions for microprocessor-based solutions, LED drivers, and selecting system controls to provide an integrated high-quality light engine solution.
+ Calculate parameters for Electronics and LED schematic configurations while working with the Optics team to provide correct lumens targets and lumens per watt to enable specific light distribution.
+ Develop and distribute engineering data in the form of engineering change notices, bills of material, drawings, PCB design/manufacturing files, test specifications, parts tracking, and all necessary deliverables for product release and successful factory product launch.
+ Manage engineering documentation, ECRs, ECOs, DFMEA, calculations, and drawings using the Acuity Product Life Management and Financial systems.
+ Design work varies from new product development to product enhancements, cost reductions, and supporting customers, manufacturing and distribution facilities, and the supply chain as the needs of the business change.
+ Independently initiate and complete product design from project charters, specification matrix provided by product managers, customer experience matrix, reviewing competitor samples, and Acuity's electronics & light engine design standards in compliance with Acuity DFx (Design for Reliability/Testability/Manufacturability).
+ Manage projects and train others on utilizing the Acuity Product Development System (PDS) to ensure project management timelines and required deliverables are complete by each team member.
+ Acuity Product Development System (PDS) and DFx (Design for Reliability/Testability/Manufacturability) also ensure high-quality compliant designs that achieve the Customer Experience Matrix (CEM).
+ Support ABS/LEAN Transformation by actively identifying, leading, and participating in Kaizen events and completing post-Kaizen activities to ensure documentation and standards outlive the event.
+ Lead the Electronics & Light Engine team with all process improvement activities and related research.
+ Develop and continuously improve Electronics & Light Engine processes, testing, DFx, and other documentation.
+ Lead, develop, and participate in Kaizen activities.
+ Submit photometry/thermal test requests and work directly with the testing group as necessary on any required follow-up.
+ Work with the mechanical design team to ensure all samples submitted for testing comply with product CEM and Electronics & Light Engine testing/DFx documentation.
+ Review functional specifications, project charters, competitor samples, and testing reports to ensure products comply with CEM.
+ Complete luminaire product scaling activities to provide accurate product specifications that can be published.
+ Continuously identify and actively implement process improvements related to productivity, quality, reliability, design, testing, purchasing, manufacturing, including sourcing new or alternate processes/components, equipment, and/or training others.
+ Look for advancements or changes in technology to improve Acuity products or market position.
+ Partner with Acuity manufacturing and distribution facilities to resolve component, testing, deviation requests, and bill of material errors to keep the production lines running while ensuring product quality.
**Qualifications**
+ A bachelor's degree in electrical engineering is required (a master's is preferred).
+ At least four years of applicable experience in electronics and firmware engineering design. Please be prepared to share specific examples of your experience making data-driven selections to provide highly quality electronic systems.
+ Demonstrated success in creating electronic hardware designs and microprocessor firmware/code is required.
+ Proficient use of schematic capture and PCB layout tools, CAD(2D), Microsoft Office 365 programs, MiniTab, SPICE, Circuit analysis tools, etc.
+ Ability to communicate understanding of heat transfer/flow, thermal design considerations, electrical isolation considerations, design cost trade-offs/analysis, EMI considerations, design prototyping, and design Reliability testing.
+ Experience independently and safely using and understanding results from benchtop electronics design tools, including oscilloscope, signal generator, curve tracer, power analyzer, DVM, Surge and EMI generator, spectrum analyzer, Variac, illuminance flux/CCT measurement, RLC bridge, ESR meter, benchtop sphere, and power quality measurement equipment.
+ Demonstrated understanding and use of electronic component selection related to design, component tolerance stack-up analysis, component reliability analysis, simulation in computer circuit analysis tools, and system considerations.
+ Ability to communicate some understanding of PCBA manufacturing, factory testing methods, component selection impacts, types of PCB materials, and why/when each is used.
+ Ability to demonstrate LEAN & Six Sigma methodology and practices such as standard work, time study, cause & effect, A3, 5WHY, and other tools of DMAIC.
+ Ability to clearly communicate verbally and in written form, including sketches, engineering drawings, data collection, and technical presentations to varied audiences.
+ Ability to collaborate and work effectively in cross-functional and cross-matrix team environments to enable high-quality product designs and deliverables.
+ Ability to quickly adapt to changes within Acuity, industry, engineering, and other work activities, which produce compliant designs within business metrics.
+ Understand applicable standards such as UL, DLC, Energy Star, and testing processes related to electronics and lighting products.
+ Ability to travel approximately 10% based on business needs.
+ Ability to independently lift and manage products and loads up to 50 lbs.
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**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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Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. 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 . Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.
Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.
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.
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Senior Electrical Systems Engineer
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Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and test electrical systems and components.
- Perform system-level analysis, including power budgets, signal integrity, and thermal management.
- Create detailed schematics, board layouts, and technical specifications.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on product development.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex electrical design issues.
- Ensure designs comply with industry standards and regulatory requirements.
- Lead and mentor junior electrical engineers.
- Manage project timelines and deliverables for electrical engineering tasks.
- Evaluate and select appropriate electrical components and vendors.
- Contribute to the development of new technologies and methodologies.
- Master's degree or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or a related field.
- 7+ years of professional experience in electrical systems design.
- Expertise in analog and digital circuit design, power electronics, and embedded systems.
- Proficiency with electrical design and simulation software (e.g., Altium, Cadence, PSpice, MATLAB).
- Strong understanding of hardware development lifecycle.
- Experience with PCB design and layout.
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
- Proven leadership and project management abilities.
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Electrical Engineering Analyst
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Kimley-Horn is looking for Electrical Engineering graduates to join our Atlanta Midtown, Georgia (GA) office! This is not a remote position.
**Responsibilities**
+ Utilize technical software programs on a regular basis to analyze, produce, and QC deliverables for our clients
+ Solve complex problems, assist project managers, and collaborate across disciplines to produce our clients' visions for the future built environment
+ Develop familiarity with the federal, state, and local regulations, as well as Kimley-Horn's and our client's practices, procedures, and standards
+ Our Electrical teams work on a wide variety of projects, such as building MEP, photometrics and lighting, power distribution, renewable energy, EV charging, security and communications, industrial controls, and more
+ Assist with technical specification and report writing electrical equipment cost research
+ Analysts could have an opportunity to:
+ Gain exposure to solar/energy projects with a focus in battery storage and PV
+ Gain exposure to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) Design - traffic operations centers, sensors, message signs, closed circuit TV cameras (CCTV), fiber optic networks
**Qualifications**
+ An ABET accredited Electrical Engineering degree (Bachelors or Masters) by Summer 2026.
**Why Kimley-Horn?**
At Kimley-Horn, we do things differently. People, clients, and employees are at the forefront of who we are. Clients know we prioritize achieving their goals and growing their success. Employees know our culture and approach to business are built on a desire to provide an environment for everyone to flourish. Our commitment to quality is only as good as the people behind it- that's why we welcome and develop passionate, hardworking, and proactive employees. We take pride in how our employee retention, robust benefits package, and company values have led to Kimley-Horn's placement on the Fortune "100 Best Companies to Work" list for 18 years!
_Key Benefits at Kimley-Horn_
+ Exceptional Retirement Plan: 2-to1- company match on up to 4% of eligible compensation (salary + bonus) and additional profit-sharing contribution.
+ Comprehensive Health Coverage: Low-cost medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
+ Time Off: Personal leave, flexible scheduling, floating holidays, and half-day Fridays.
+ Financial Wellness: Student loan matching in our 401(k), and performance-based bonuses.
+ Professional Development: Tuition reimbursement and extensive internal training programs.
+ Family-Friendly Benefits: New Parent Leave, family building benefits, and childcare resources.
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**Posted Date** _4 days ago_ _(10/27/2025 9:13 AM)_
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**_Education_** _Bachelor's Degree_
**_Discipline/Focus_** _Electrical, Renewable Energy, Zero-Emission Vehicles_
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