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Test Engineer Senior

Req ID:  11786
Work Flexibility:  Onsite

 

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

We are hiring a System Test Technician to join our R&D team in Brossard.
You will play a key role in validating our products before they go to market.

Your mission: Ensure proper product functionality by testing both hardware and software according to rigorous protocols.

What You’ll Do:

  • Develop and follow test plans
  • Conduct tests based on product specifications
  • Collaborate with internal teams (Quality, R&D, etc.)
  • Use your bank of controllers to simulate BMS installations
  • Act as the technical reference for automation and HVAC

You will directly contribute to product reliability, on-time delivery, and customer satisfaction.

Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)

Main Tasks:

  • Test the proper functioning of our products as used by customers
  • Create and maintain a bank of controllers to simulate real BMS installations
  • Program controllers and develop graphical interfaces
  • Collaborate with Product Owners to define product requirements
  • Serve as a technical reference in BMS and HVAC for internal teams
  • Participate in training for test and R&D teams
  • Suggest improvements to testing methods and tools
  • Document test cases and configurations in Azure DevOps
  • Provide necessary equipment to developers
  • Use the Distech building to test products in real-world conditions
  • Support technical support in diagnosing complex cases
  • Contribute to a positive and professional team dynamic

Responsibilities:

  • Identify needs to effectively carry out product testing
  • Propose research directions to support innovation
  • Ensure availability and optimal use of testing tools
  • Organize, classify, and share technical information
  • Contribute to team skill development (training and mentoring)

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Education & Experience:

  • 2–3-year degree in electrical, electronic, or industrial engineering (DEC)
  • Experience in quality control of software and hardware products

Technical Skills:

  • Bilingual in French and English (reading, writing, speaking)
  • Proficiency in electricity, instrumentation, and control
  • Programming of input/output logic
  • Knowledge of product development methodologies
  • Good understanding of HVAC automation systems
  • Familiarity with embedded software (low-level)
  • Knowledge of TCP/IP protocol
  • Good manual skills
  • Knowledge of BACnet, LON, Modbus, and Mbus protocols is a plus

Personal Qualities:

  • Dynamic, positive, and collaborative
  • Team spirit and ability to motivate others
  • Organized, methodical, and results-oriented
  • Analytical thinking and big-picture vision
  • Strong interpersonal skills and professionalism in all situations

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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.  

 

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 (770) 922-9000.  Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.  

 

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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. 

 

Knowledge of French is required for positions permanently located in Quebec so incumbents can communicate with their colleagues and suppliers in Quebec as necessary. French-language training is offered to all incumbents in permanent positions in Quebec who do not have a good knowledge of French. 


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