Test Engineer - Decatur, GA

Job Description

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Unless specifically stated otherwise, this role is "On-Site" at the location detailed in the job post.

Work location:

This position requires on-site presence in Decatur, GA, following a hybrid work model.

Job Summary

The Manual Test Engineer is responsible for executing functional, integration, and regression testing through manual test methods to validate product quality and user experience. This role ensures that hardware, firmware, software, and control systems meet defined functional and usability requirements prior to product release. The engineer works closely with Engineering, Product Management, Project Management, Manufacturing, and Customer Support to support new product development (NPD) and ongoing product quality initiatives.
Key Tasks & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)
Manual Testing & Validation Execution

Execute manual functional, integration, and regression testing across lighting products and platforms
Validate end-to-end system behavior from a user and customer perspective
Perform detailed test case execution on luminaires, LED drivers, sensors, controls, firmware, and software interfaces
Develop, review, and execute manual test cases based on system requirements and use cases
Log, track, and clearly document defects, observations, and validation results

Test Planning & Documentation

Analyze requirements and translate them into structured manual test cases and procedures
Maintain test plans, test cases, and execution reports
Ensure traceability between requirements, test cases, and defects
Provide clear feedback on product quality and usability

Test Environment & Setup

Support setup and maintenance of test environments simulating real-world usage
Execute tests across multiple configurations and conditions
Assist with hardware setup and configurations

Defect Tracking & Troubleshooting

Identify, document, and track defects using tools
Reproduce issues with clear steps and logs
Perform basic troubleshooting
Validate fixes and perform regression testing

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Collaborate with engineering teams to resolve issues
Provide test status updates and quality insights
Validate customer workflows and scenarios
Participate in reviews

Continuous Improvement

Improve manual testing processes and efficiency
Identify reusable and optimized test cases
Support transition to automation
Follow QA best practices

Additional Qualifications/Responsibilities

Skills and Minimum Experience Required

Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Systems Engineering, or related field
2-4 years of manual testing or QA experience
Hands-on experience with test case execution
Strong knowledge of testing fundamentals
Ability to document test results clearly

Good analytical and troubleshooting skills
Strong communication skills

Preferred Skills and Experience

Experience with electromechanical or embedded systems
Familiarity with firmware/software interaction

Experience with Jira or Azure Dev Ops
Basic understanding of automation
Experience in lighting or IoT systems
Experience supporting NPD or manufacturing

The range for this position is $66,500.00 to $. 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.