We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come for our customers, our communities, and our planet. Acuity Brands, 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 and Lighting Controls (ABL) and the Intelligent Spaces Group (ISG), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people’s lives. We are positioned at the intersection of sustainability and technology. Our businesses develop technology that helps save our customers energy and reduce their carbon emissions. We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and location-aware applications. **Job Summary** The Manager of Photometric Testing lights the way for the Decatur, GA team responsible for photometric testing of all Acuity Brands products. This role oversees the day-to-day operations of the photometric team, including scheduling and review of testing, and performs tests as needed to ensure completion of testing in time to meet product group time lines. This Manager interacts with the optical and product engineering teams to identify testing needs and ensure all required photometric testing is complete. Additionally, this role works with post sales and applications engineering to resolve issues with light levels in the field, identifies equipment needs for existing and new tests as well as maintain current equipment including calibration, maintains laboratory accreditation with NVLAP, and updates capabilities and accreditations when business needs or standards change. Lastly, the Manager Photometric Testing ensures that the photometric laboratory is in compliance with the Laboratory Quality Manual, and represents Acuity Brands on IES TPC to maintain and develop new test methods. **How you will contribute:** + Leads and oversees laboratory technicians (30%) + Performs photometric tests (30%) + Reviews and approves photometric tests (15%) + Works with optical engineers and value streams to develop photometric test plans (10%) + Maintains laboratory accreditation (5%) + Maintains, identifies, and meets equipment needs (5%) + Engages in committee work with IES (5%) **Qualified applicants will have:** + Minimum of a Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related discipline + Six years experience in technical role with at least two years of management preferred, preferably in testing laboratories accredited under ISO 17025 + Understanding of the science of light and photometry required + A firm knowledge and experience with IES test methods. Ability to interpret and apply new test methods as needed. Experience with test equipment including integrating spheres, goniometers, power analyzers, power supplies (AC and DC), and other types of equipment used for photometric testing + Strong leadership skills with ability to communicate with technicians and engineers + Knowledge and experience with ISO 17025 + Proficient with SharePoint software, Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams and other Windows applications + Experience in working on industry committees developing test procedures for photometric testing preferred; NCQLP LC Certified preferred + Physical requirements of medium work - ability to exert, over shoulder level, up to 40 pounds of force occasionally, and /or up to 25 pounds of force frequently, and /or 10 pounds of force constantly, to move objects We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. 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