Sr. Validation Engineer

LG Electronics • Aliso Viejo, CA

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About The Position

Step into the innovative world of LG Electronics. As a global leader in technology, LG Electronics is dedicated to creating innovative solutions for a better life. Our brand promise, 'Life's Good', embodies our commitment to ensuring a happier life for all. We have a rich history spanning over six decades and a global presence in over 290 locations. Our diverse portfolio includes Home Appliance Solutions, Media Entertainment Solutions, Vehicle Solutions, and Eco Solutions. Our management philosophy, "Jeong-do Management," embodies our commitment to high ethical standards and transparent operations. Grounded in the principles of 'Customer-Value Creation' and 'People-Oriented Management', these values shape our corporate culture, fostering creativity, diversity, and integrity. At LG, we believe in the power of collective wisdom through an inclusive work environment. Join us and become a part of a company that is shaping the future of technology. At LG, we strive to make Life Good for Everyone.
The Opportunity:
Driving better future mobility
VS (Vehicle component Solutions) Company (https://www.lg.com/global/mobility) of LG Electronics focuses on commercializing environmentally responsible automotive components and core solutions based on LG’s proprietary technologies. A leading provider of core components for global car manufacturers, VS Company is supporting the emerging trend of the vehicle industry.
Sr. Validation Engineer
Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products by utilizing test benches and vehicles.
Responsible for executing basic Sanity, customer found issues, update specifications from customers and full test cases
Lead and guide validation engineers from a project execution perspective
Serves as the primary owner for validation execution within the project, with accountability for delivery, quality, and cross‑functional alignment.
Stabilize and successfully deliver customer projects through hands‑on ownership
Lead customer communication and coordination with Korea HQ
Drive improvements in validation capability, process, and execution quality within the project scope
Analyze test results to determine if product meets specifications
Create/maintain test cases per product specifications
Utilize tracking system to report and track product defects
Test bench setup / SW updates
Field Test / Joint field test with OEM
OEM Support (frequent visiting, fixing damaged OEM's HU by update tools, SW status drive)
Audit Event Support (communication support, issue analysis/reproduction)
Maintain relationships with overseas counterparts to effectively share information and resolve issues
Support to resolve technical issues
Responsible for arranging test vehicle usage with the customer for internal validation activities
Support and communicate with R&D team, not only in North America but other regions such as Korea
Support and communicate with DQA team, not only in North America but other regions such as Korea
Support onsite/offsite customer meetings as needed.
Coach/Mentor new validation technician and engineering team members
Manage OEM customer relationship, develop and manage 3rd party relationship
Report validation status to counterparts locally and overseas.
Lead internal validation team meetings to discuss validation status updates.
Support to identify and manage all validation risks.
Lead Validation Team Sync meetings with Korean counterparts to discuss validation status updates.
Responsible for managing project validation assignments and schedules.
Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bilingual: English and Korean
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 7+ year's experience in automotive validation, infotainment/telematics preferred
• Excellent written / verbal communication and organizational skills
• Ability to Travel (International, Domestic, local) up to 30% annually
• Ability to perform in vehicle testing up to 8 hours per day
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/carry handheld items weighing up to 20 lbs. (e.g. laptop, documents, validation samples)
• Physical Requirements: Ability to lift/setup benches weighing up to 30lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products by utilizing test benches and vehicles.
• Responsible for executing basic Sanity, customer found issues, update specifications from customers and full test cases
• Lead and guide validation engineers from a project execution perspective
• Serves as the primary owner for validation execution within the project, with accountability for delivery, quality, and cross‑functional alignment.
• Stabilize and successfully deliver customer projects through hands‑on ownership
• Lead customer communication and coordination with Korea HQ
• Drive improvements in validation capability, process, and execution quality within the project scope
• Analyze test results to determine if product meets specifications
• Create/maintain test cases per product specifications
• Utilize tracking system to report and track product defects
• Test bench setup / SW updates
• Field Test / Joint field test with OEM
• OEM Support (frequent visiting, fixing damaged OEM's HU by update tools, SW status drive)
• Audit Event Support (communication support, issue analysis/reproduction)
• Maintain relationships with overseas counterparts to effectively share information and resolve issues
• Support to resolve technical issues
• Responsible for arranging test vehicle usage with the customer for internal validation activities
• Support and communicate with R&D team, not only in North America but other regions such as Korea
• Support and communicate with DQA team, not only in North America but other regions such as Korea
• Support onsite/offsite customer meetings as needed.
• Coach/Mentor new validation technician and engineering team members
• Manage OEM customer relationship, develop and manage 3rd party relationship
• Report validation status to counterparts locally and overseas.
• Lead internal validation team meetings to discuss validation status updates.
• Support to identify and manage all validation risks.
• Lead Validation Team Sync meetings with Korean counterparts to discuss validation status updates.
• Responsible for managing project validation assignments and schedules.
• Other duties as assigned

Benefits

• No-cost employee premiums for you and your eligible dependents for competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits.
• Auto enrollment with immediate vesting of competitive company matching contributions in a 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with several investment options.
• Generous Paid Time Off program that includes company holidays and a combined bank of paid sick and vacation time.
• Performance based Short-Term Incentives (varies by role).
• Access to confidential mental health resources to help you and your loved ones improve your quality of life. Personal fitness goal incentives.
• Family orientated benefits such as paid parental leave and support for families raising children with learning, social, behavioral challenges, or developmental disabilities.
• Group Rate Life and Disability Insurance.
• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level