AIS Solutions Architect (Lead)

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 .

Job Summary

Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS) is an innovation leader in building, refrigeration and energy management solutions, provides unique technologies and services that optimize energy efficiency and comfort in buildings, while reducing operating costs.? We?Connect people with intelligent building solutions?through our passion for innovation, quality, customer satisfaction, and sustainability. The division serves multiple market segments through its worldwide business divisions, service offices and a superior network of Authorized Integrators.

Reporting into the Senior Director of Solutions Architecture, the Solutions Architect (Lead) position is an impactful subject matter expert that closely engages across all functions of Acuity Intelligent Spaces. Responsible for designing, developing and delivering scalable innovative solutions that showcase the best integrated capabilities of AIS' hardware, software and services and meet customers' needs.

The Solutions Architect will support the design and integration of Building Management Systems (BMS) and Controls Automation solutions, with a focus on the Higher Education and Commercial smart building sectors. This role requires expertise in BMS & HVAC controls, IoT, cloud-based analytics, lighting automation, and smart building technologies. The Solutions Architect will work closely with sales, product management, engineering, and customers to enable scalable and innovative solutions that drive energy efficiency, operational excellence, and sustainability in commercial and industrial buildings.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Solution Design : Architect and design integrated BMS and controls automation solutions, incorporating IoT, AI-driven analytics, and cloud connectivity. Ensure that proposed solutions are scalable, sustainable, and capable of delivering the desired outcomes.

Architecture Blueprints : Develop and deliver comprehensive architecture blueprints that integrate 1st party ecosystem products, ensuring seamless interoperability and scalability.

Technical Insights : Provide insights into system architecture, networking, security, and interoperability between different building control systems.

Customer Engagement : Earn trusted advisor status by collaborating with clients to understand requirements, conduct site assessments, support art of the possible envisioning sessions and recommend tailored solutions that align with their operational and sustainability goals.

System Integrator Engagement : Partner with system integrators and relevant technology vendors to support adoption and successful implementation of recommended solution architectures.

Standards & Compliance : Ensure proposed integrated solutions adhere to industry standards such as BACnet, Modbus, MQTT, and cybersecurity best practices.

Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work with sales, product management and technical support teams to develop proposals, technical documentation, and proof-of-concept demonstrations. Channel voice of customer back to internal teams for continuous innovation and demonstrate high customer obsession.

Continuous Innovation : Stay up to date with emerging trends in smart buildings, energy management, digital twins, and predictive maintenance to drive technological advancements.

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

7+ years of experience in solutions architecture, system integration, or engineering within the building automation, IoT, or smart infrastructure sectors.

Proven expertise in BMS platforms (e.g., Distech, Johnson Controls, Niagara, Schneider Electric, etc.) and control systems programming.

Applied understanding of IT infrastructure networking for BMS integration.

Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and edge computing.

Hands-on experience with protocols like BACnet, Modbus, KNX, Zigbee, EnOcean, LoRaWAN, MQTT.

Familiarity with data analytics, AI-driven automation, and digital twin technologies.

Strong communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferable Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

Other

Occasional travel may be required to meet with customers, attend industry events, or visit project sites.

Flexibility to adapt to evolving market conditions and customer needs.

The range for this position is $120,000 to $170,000. 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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