Test & Validation Technician - 1st Shift

Lg Energy Solution, Ltd.; Holland (MI); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

Disability insurance

Life insurance

Childcare support

Paid time off

401k match

Career growth

Job summary

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. is seeking a Test & Validation Technician in Holland, MI to provide engineering support and perform specified testing tasks under established procedures.

You will contribute to safe, timely completion of tests while adhering to 5S3R standards. The role requires hands-on testing with instruments, calibration, data collection, and close collaboration with engineers to validate prototypes and existing cells.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Vocational Certificate or Associate's Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience.
• 1–3+ years of experience as a test technician or with an Associate Degree or higher in the battery field.

Responsibilities

• Design/set-up/perform tests per specifications and requirements.
• Calibrate and maintain test equipment; ensure operational readiness.
• Examine components and repair non-conforming parts.
• Collaborate with engineers to develop test procedures.
• Summarize test results using MS Excel and Word.
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues during testing.

Skills

MS Office Suite

Attention to detail

Time management

Problem solving

Data interpretation

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree

Battery field coursework or experience

Tools

Multimeters

Oscilloscopes

Test equipment calibration

Job description

Title: Test & Validation Technician

Reports to: Test & Validation Manager

Location: Holland, MI

Medical, Dental and Vision benefits are paid 100% by LG Energy Solution!

LG Energy Solution Michigan Inc. (LGESMI) develops and manufactures large lithium ion polymer batteries and packs for electric vehicle (EV) and energy storage applications. Come join the leader in advanced EV batteries! www.lgenergymi.com

Summary

In this role, you will provide engineering support to safely complete assigned tasks on time while following specific procedures and processes to perform the required testing.

Responsibilities

• Design/set-up/perform a variety of tests according to customer specifications and requirements
• Perform daily maintenance and calibration of equipment and tooling to ensure operational availability and functionality
• Examine components according to specified standards and repair units or products that do not meet the requirements
• Perform and assist with calibration of equipment and preventive maintenance of test equipment
• Collaborate with engineers in designing or setting up test procedures
• Ensure equipment is working properly and able to test the performance of prototypes, new, and existing cells
• Summarize test results using Microsoft Excel and Word
• Collaborate with test engineers to review results and document any irregularities or inconsistencies
• Troubleshoot mechanical and electrical issues encountered during testing and assembly
• Provide meaningful and accurate data to the engineers
• Maintain cleanliness at work-site in accordance with 5S3R Standards:
  • Sort, Set in order, Shine, Standardize, Sustain
  • Right Location, Right Quantity, Right Container
• Follow LGESMI existing cleaning SOP’s during downtime (e.g. line stop, waiting time, etc.), which includes cleaning your designated machine and/or surrounding work area
• Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Vocational Certificate or Associates Degree preferred or equivalent, relevant experience

Experience

• 1 to 3+ years of experience as a test technician and/or possessing an Associate Degree or higher in the battery field
• Experience with instrumentation and data collection

Skills

• Ability to work flexible hours as needed to support entire production team
• Proficient in MS Office Suite
• Planning and organizational skills
• Effective and efficient time management
• Strong attention to detail
• Creative, innovative, and solutions-oriented
• Problem solving and critical thinking skills
• Proficient in the use of multimeters, oscilloscopes, and other basic instruments
• Report writing and document analysis skills
• Technically proficient and motivated to continuously improve

Physical

• Must be able properly and regularly utilize the following PPE for a period of up to 12 hours
  • Safety glass
  • Steel-toed shoes
  • Clean room suit
  • Lift/push/pull up to 50 pounds
  • Stoop, twist, bend
  • Reach overhead
  • Sit and/or stand
  • Climb

Benefits Overview

• 100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision premium for you and your family
• 100% employer-paid disability and life insurance
• Employer supported childcare/babysitting programs
• Generous Paid Time Off / Holidays
• Opportunity to grow in diverse work environment with a global company
• 401k Retirement savings and planning with generous company match

LGESMI is an Equal Opportunity employer that values the diversity of its workforce. EEO