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Acuity Inc. • Brossard, Quebec, Canada
Role & seniority: Test Specialist Engineer (experienced professional; 5–10 years in a similar role)
Stack/tools: Testing systems and test benches; measurement tools and instrumentation; LonWorks and BACnet; test management software; MS Office; collaboration with R&D, hardware, production, and quality teams
Analyze, prepare, and execute product tests per maintenance/improvement projects; define test plans, scenarios, protocols, and measurement methods
Conduct verification/validation to ensure compliance; monitor and maintain test benches; identify improvements to benches and procedures
Prepare, document, and distribute test, anomaly, and qualification reports; liaison with R&D, production, and quality teams
DEC in Electrical Engineering Technology (Automation and Control); 5–10 years in a similar role
Knowledge of testing systems, benches, automation, instrumentation
Understanding of LonWorks and BACnet in building control; IT tools for test management and analysis
Strong analytical, synthesis, and teamwork skills; proficiency with MS Office
Bilingual French and English
Experience in building automation or related hardware development life cycle
Familiarity with additional reporting/analytics tools; experience transferring test benches from R&D to production
Quebec/Canada location preferred; bilingual requirement (French and English)
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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 Specialist Engineer to join Distech Controls, a company specialized in designing and manufacturing building automation systems. You will be part of our Product Life Cycle team and play a key role in the continuous improvement of our solutions. Your responsibilities will include executing test strategies, managing test benches, and validating technical modifications to our products to ensure their compliance and performance.Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions) Analyze, prepare, and perform product tests following maintenance and/or improvement projects.
Analyze technical documentation and product functional specifications.
Define test plans: scenarios, test protocols, and appropriate measurement methodologies. Conduct verification and validation tests to ensure product compliance. Collaborate with R&D, hardware design life cycle, production, and quality teams to define and execute the required tests.
Proactively monitor existing products and test benches
Perform technological monitoring of ongoing products and associated test benches. Identify opportunities for improving test benches and associated procedures. Organize the transfer of test benches developed by R&D to the Product Life Cycle group. Supervise and ensure the preventive and corrective maintenance of test benches to guarantee their availability.
Prepare and distribute test, anomaly, and qualification reports
Document test results and analyses, including performance deviations from specifications. Write clear and actionable reports for internal teams (R&D, production, quality). Skills and Minimum Experience Required
Education: DEC (Diploma of College Studies), Electrical Engineering Technology: Automation and Control
5 to 10 years of experience in a similar position Knowledge of testing systems, measurement tools, and testing technique (test benches, automation, instrumentation) Understanding of communication protocols such as LonWorks and BACnet and their application in building control systems Proficiency with IT tools and software used for test management (test benches, reporting, and analysis software) Strong analytical and synthesis skills. Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills Proficiency in office software (e.g., MS Office)
Bilingual French and English: To serve clients and external service providers across Canada and USA
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 Brands 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, select option 4. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.
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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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