Test Engineer - Decatur, GA at Acuity in Decatur, GA | Kablio

Role

Description

certification testing

photometric testing

test automation

equipment maintenance

method development

technician training

Certification testing to ensure products meet internal and external specifications (including any or all: UL, CSA, ANSI, and IEC). Testing is based on adapting the generic Certification body test method to the specific Acuity Brands product and includes set-up, testing, reporting, and interpretation of results to product groups. This includes testing of digital, analog, and mixed signal electronic circuits for lighting and lighting controls. Responsibilities require soldering and thermocouple adhesion to board level components such as LEDs and resistors.
Photometric testing utilizing goniophotometers and integrating spheres to measure total flux output, spatial intensity distribution, and spectral distribution per IES, ANSI, and other applicable standards.
Maintain lab space to meet 5S goals. Adapt and modify to improve testing performance as needs arise.
Measure in accordance with KPI (key performance indicators) metrics. Shared accountability within the department to fulfill Acuity Brands Lighting/Lean initiatives. Use Lean tools and KPI measures to maintain a consistent flow through the lab and identify areas/activities in need of improvement.
Automate test setups.
Maintain test equipment and test equipment records.
Develop new test methods per UL, CSA, ANSI, IEC and Acuity specific and create associated standard work and test procedures.
Train lab technicians.

Requirements

bsee

labview

iso17025

ul924

office

validation

Medium work.
BSEE degree (Electronics preferred, Mechanical, or Physics acceptable) or at least 2 years of experience working for a test lab under the umbrella of ISO 17025, preferably testing electrical and /or lighting systems.
Required: Proficiency at programming in LabView or similar platform to test products.
Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Microsoft Office, and other Windows applications.
Highly desirable: Experience testing to UL924 Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment
Validation testing of Acuity Brands products, including electrical, mechanical, environmental, FCC, IEC, and IEEE testing, is required for third-party safety verification.
Lift up to 40lbs.

Benefits

Training provided on the job.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Revenue $3.8b

Annual Revenue 2023

The company generates approximately $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023).

Formed 2001

Year of Reinvention

The company was reinvented as Acuity Brands in 2001, pivoting into lighting and smart building technology.

Acquired 2015

Strategic Acquisitions

The company has made significant strategic acquisitions, including Distech in 2015.

Expansion 2021

Global Expansion

The company expanded its global presence with the acquisition of OSRAM DS in 2021.

Generates roughly $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023), trading publicly under ticker AYI.
Designs and manufactures luminaires, lighting controls, power supplies, skylights and integrated systems.
Typical projects span new‑build and retrofit installations in commercial offices, industrial facilities, institutional campuses, transportation infrastructure and homes.
Under brands like Lithonia, Holophane, Juno and nLight, it blends LED innovation with IoT‑enabled controls.
Stands out with its Atrius IoT platform and a unique combo of lighting, building analytics and smart controls—blurring lines between hardware and software.

Culture + Values

We value transparency and open communication.
We strive to foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
We encourage a growth mindset and constant learning.
We prioritize customer satisfaction and focus on delivering results.
We embrace innovation and challenge the status quo.

Environment + Sustainability

2040 Target

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across operations and value chain by 2040.

Efficiency initiatives reduce energy consumption in operations.
Renewable energy sources power their operations.
Sustainability is integral to product development and design.

Inclusion & Diversity

Everyone feels valued in an inclusive culture.
Specific goals have been set to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
Gender diversity in the workforce is tracked and reported.
Equal opportunity is promoted in hiring and career development.

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About Us

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Role

Description

certification testing

photometric testing

test automation

equipment maintenance

method development

technician training

Certification testing to ensure products meet internal and external specifications (including any or all: UL, CSA, ANSI, and IEC). Testing is based on adapting the generic Certification body test method to the specific Acuity Brands product and includes set-up, testing, reporting, and interpretation of results to product groups. This includes testing of digital, analog, and mixed signal electronic circuits for lighting and lighting controls. Responsibilities require soldering and thermocouple adhesion to board level components such as LEDs and resistors.
Photometric testing utilizing goniophotometers and integrating spheres to measure total flux output, spatial intensity distribution, and spectral distribution per IES, ANSI, and other applicable standards.
Maintain lab space to meet 5S goals. Adapt and modify to improve testing performance as needs arise.
Measure in accordance with KPI (key performance indicators) metrics. Shared accountability within the department to fulfill Acuity Brands Lighting/Lean initiatives. Use Lean tools and KPI measures to maintain a consistent flow through the lab and identify areas/activities in need of improvement.
Automate test setups.
Maintain test equipment and test equipment records.
Develop new test methods per UL, CSA, ANSI, IEC and Acuity specific and create associated standard work and test procedures.
Train lab technicians.

Requirements

bsee

labview

iso17025

ul924

office

validation

Medium work.
BSEE degree (Electronics preferred, Mechanical, or Physics acceptable) or at least 2 years of experience working for a test lab under the umbrella of ISO 17025, preferably testing electrical and /or lighting systems.
Required: Proficiency at programming in LabView or similar platform to test products.
Proficient with Word, Excel, Outlook, Teams, Microsoft Office, and other Windows applications.
Highly desirable: Experience testing to UL924 Emergency Lighting and Power Equipment
Validation testing of Acuity Brands products, including electrical, mechanical, environmental, FCC, IEC, and IEEE testing, is required for third-party safety verification.
Lift up to 40lbs.

Benefits

Training provided on the job.

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

Revenue $3.8b

Annual Revenue 2023

The company generates approximately $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023).

Formed 2001

Year of Reinvention

The company was reinvented as Acuity Brands in 2001, pivoting into lighting and smart building technology.

Acquired 2015

Strategic Acquisitions

The company has made significant strategic acquisitions, including Distech in 2015.

Expansion 2021

Global Expansion

The company expanded its global presence with the acquisition of OSRAM DS in 2021.

Generates roughly $3.8 billion in annual revenue (2023), trading publicly under ticker AYI.
Designs and manufactures luminaires, lighting controls, power supplies, skylights and integrated systems.
Typical projects span new‑build and retrofit installations in commercial offices, industrial facilities, institutional campuses, transportation infrastructure and homes.
Under brands like Lithonia, Holophane, Juno and nLight, it blends LED innovation with IoT‑enabled controls.
Stands out with its Atrius IoT platform and a unique combo of lighting, building analytics and smart controls—blurring lines between hardware and software.

Culture + Values

We value transparency and open communication.
We strive to foster a culture of inclusion and respect.
We encourage a growth mindset and constant learning.
We prioritize customer satisfaction and focus on delivering results.
We embrace innovation and challenge the status quo.

Environment + Sustainability

2040 Target

Net Zero Goal

Committed to achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions across operations and value chain by 2040.

Efficiency initiatives reduce energy consumption in operations.
Renewable energy sources power their operations.
Sustainability is integral to product development and design.

Inclusion & Diversity

Everyone feels valued in an inclusive culture.
Specific goals have been set to increase gender diversity within leadership roles.
Gender diversity in the workforce is tracked and reported.
Equal opportunity is promoted in hiring and career development.

Articles

About Us

Careers