Manufacturing Engineering Intern

Job Description

About the Job: Acuity Inc. Internship Program

Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company focused on solving problems in spaces, light, and more through technology. Operating with two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), the company designs, manufactures, and brings to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives.

Acuity Inc. drives growth through innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video, and control platform. The company emphasizes customer outcomes, market share growth, and superior returns, with a focus on deploying capital to expand the business and enter attractive new verticals.

Headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia, Acuity Inc. has operations across North America, Europe, and Asia, powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates.

Program Overview:

The Acuity Brands Internship Program is a 10–12-week experience (May – August, 40 hours/week) designed to develop high-potential candidates into impactful leaders. This program provides hands-on experiences that connect interns’ strengths and interests with the needs of the business, particularly for those looking to develop into marketing leaders.

Interns will make an impact through participation in key projects and transformative processes, while also having opportunities to mentor and network with leaders throughout Acuity Brands.

Leadership Program Pathway: It is preferred for interns to have only one or two semesters left in their degree program. This allows them to be considered for Acuity’s full-time, entry-level Leadership Program immediately following the internship. The Leadership Program is a rotational program designed for recent graduates to explore different areas within a functional area, grow their skill set, network, and discover their passions early in their careers.

Work Flexibility:

• Onsite – Crawfordsville, IN

Key Tasks & Responsibilities:

While specific projects and activities may vary, interns can expect to:

• Apply Lean tools for process improvement.
• Identify and eliminate waste in various processes.
• Develop and implement modified Standard Work procedures.
• Design and implement assembly jigs.
• Assist with improvements to capacity model accuracy.
• Work with the team on autonomation projects to enhance capacity, potentially involving buffer upgrades and implementation of smart cell upgrades for quality.
• Update facility layouts, including lighting layouts, camera layouts, and changes due to equipment and cell moves.

Education:

• Minimum Education Required: Some College
• Preferred Education: Pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

Experience:

In addition to pursuing a degree from an accredited college or university, qualified interns will have:

• Relevant internship or project experience.
• A minimum GPA of 3.0.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven problem-solving capabilities.
• Strong time management and prioritization skills.
• Experience leading teams or organizations.

Physical Requirements:

• Medium work/some lifting required/standing and walking for extended periods.

Diversity & Equal Opportunity:

Acuity Inc. values diversity and is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard 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 Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using the online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact (770) 922-9000, select option 4. Please clearly indicate the type of accommodation requested and for what requisition.

Disclaimer on Unsolicited Resumes:

Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party (e.g., Agency recruiter), including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine, 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.