LG Electronics

Validation Engineer

LG Electronics$100K — $120K *
Troy, MI 48085In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
  • 10+ years in the automotive industry with 5+ years in validation engineering.
  • Experience in OEM or Tier 1 automotive environments is a plus.
  • Familiarity with VCU and bench test equipment and software.
  • Bilingual in Korean and English preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Define test strategy based on automotive product specifications.
  • Identify failures and recommend fixes after root cause analysis.
  • Create scripts/tools to enhance testing efficiency.
  • Write validation reports and ensure compliance with automotive standards.
  • Assist customers with technical issues during project execution.
  • Collaborate with engineers to implement effective solutions.
  • Conduct business trips for customer support and project reviews.

Benefits

  • 100% coverage for health, dental, vision, and life insurance for employees.
  • 401(K) plan with company match.
  • Paid vacation and sick leave.
  • Lunch provided.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:
Core Responsibilities:

o Define test strategy based on requirements and specifications regarding Automotive product.

o Identify failures, root cause issues and recommend fixes.

o Create scripts/tools to improve testing efficiency.

o Write validation reports, test procedures, and compliance document.(Ensuring all equipment, systems, and processes adhere to Automotive standards)

o Ability to communicate effectively with customers based on a solid understanding of vehicle simulation bench architecture and test environments.

o Maintenance and management of test Bench equipment.
System Requirement Analysis & Test Case Generation:

o Clarify system requirements through detailed discussions and documentation.

o Provide tailored solutions to address both technical and engineering-related challenges.
Customer Support & Engineering Collaboration:

o Assist customers in resolving technical and operational issues, ensuring smooth project execution.

o Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and implement effective solutions.
Compliance, Quality & Safety:

o Ensure programs are executed in accordance with Supplier Quality Management System (SQMS) requirements.

o Ensure compliance with applicable automotive standards and customer-specific requirements, including IATF 16949, Automotive SPICE, ISO 17025.

o Maintain working knowledge of safety policies and regulations and ensure all program activities are performed in a safe manner.
Business Travel & Customer Support:

o Conduct business trips to manufacturing sites or HQ to support customer visits and project reviews.

o Function as a key representative during customer visits, ensuring a positive and productive experience.

Requirements
Education & Experience:

o Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent experience (5 additional years of relevant technical experience in degree). A technical or engineering degree is strongly preferred.

o Prior experience in a OEM or Tier 1 in Automotive Industry environment is a plus.
Professional Experience

o 10+ years of experience in Automotive industry with at least 5+ years of validation engineer test experience in Quality, Engineering, or Manufacturing
Technical Skills:

o Familiarity with VCU and Bench test equipment and software.

o Having a strong understanding of Vehicle VCU log analysis involves several key competencies and knowledge areas.

o Solid understanding of automotive product development processes and cross-functional engineering practices.

o Familiarity with test tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, dSPACE, NI, or equivalent

o Experience with diagnostic validation (UDS services, DTC verification, fault memory validation)

o Analyze test failures and perform root cause analysis (RCA) in collaboration with HW/SW teams

o Experience with test scripting, log analysis, and large dataset validation

o Define and execute comprehensive validation strategies covering unit, integration, system, and vehicle-level testing

o Execute black-box and white-box testing for embedded software components.

o Familiarity with issue tracking system such as PTRS and JIRA system.
Language Proficiency:

o Bilingual in Korean and English preferred.

o Ability to communicate effectively with global clients and internal teams.
Confidentiality & Information Management:

o Ability to manage sensitive and confidential information appropriately, ensuring data security and compliance.

Benefits

Heath, Dental and Vision and Life Insurance covered at 100% for employees

401(K) plan with company match

Paid Vacation/Sick

Lunch provided

About LG Electronics

LG Electronics Inc. is a South Korean multinational electronics company headquartered in Yeouido-dong, Seoul, South Korea. LG Electronics is a part of the LG Corporation, the fourth-largest chaebol in South Korea, and its global sales reached US$55.91 billion in 2014. It comprises four business units: Home Entertainment, Mobile Communications, Home Appliances & Air Solutions and Vehicle Components, with Starion India as its main production vendor for refrigeration and washing machines in the Indian sub-continent. LG Electronics acquired Zenith in 1995 and controls 37.9 percent of LG Display as of 2013. Since 2008, LG Electronics remains the world's fourth-largest LCD television manufacturer. The company has 128 operations worldwide, employing 83,000 people.
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