Test Development Engineer (Onsite / Crawfordsville, IN)

Req ID: 11093

Remote Opportunities: 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 looking for a Test Development Engineer to join our Advanced Manufacturing Engineering team in Crawfordsville, IN. The primary focus of this role is to improve and maintain existing test code to increase system robustness, supportability, and scalability. The engineer will work on the full development of automated test systems, including both software and electrical aspects. While strong Python skills are required, training in LabVIEW will be provided, as both environments are used during the transition phase.

This is a hands-on role ideal for someone with strong problem-solving skills and a passion for well-structured, reliable code in a manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

Improve and refactor existing test software to enhance reliability, simplify support, and enable easier scaling
Develop and implement automated test solutions for production systems, including coding, integration, and validation
Lead the migration of legacy LabVIEW code to modern Python-based architectures
Receive structured training in LabVIEW/TestStand, applying it alongside Python as part of transitional developments
Collaborate with electrical engineers and technicians to design and integrate test hardware, including sensors, relays, and signal routing
Provide ongoing support for deployed systems, including debugging and root cause analysis of test failures
Create and maintain system architecture documentation, coding standards, and development guidelines
Set up and manage DevOps pipelines (CI/CD) to validate test code and streamline deployment
Participate in design reviews, team planning sessions, and cross-functional collaboration to drive continuous improvement

Required Skills and Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Computer Engineering, or related field
Programming: Strong proficiency in Python is mandatory
Electronics Knowledge: Solid understanding of electronic components, measurement principles, and basic circuit analysis
LabVIEW/TestStand: Experience is a plus; formal training will be provided
DevOps: Familiarity with Git, version control, and basic CI/CD practices preferred
Language: Bilingual (English/Spanish) is preferred to support training and collaboration with teams in Mexico
Mobility: Willingness to travel occasionally to Mexico for training, deployments, or collaboration. Up to 25% Travel within the USA for to provide Technical Support (Texas, Ohio, Atlanta, Minnesota)
Analytical Thinking: Ability to perform structured debugging and conduct root cause analysis
Communication: Clear documentation and collaborative skills in a team environment
Work Location: Full-time, on-site position at our Production Facility in Crawfordsville, IN

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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