Validation Engineer I

LG Electronics; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 57,787 - 77,050; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

No-cost employee premiums for medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with immediate vesting

Generous Paid Time Off program

Performance-based Short-Term Incentives

Access to confidential mental health resources

Family-oriented benefits such as paid parental leave

Job summary

LG Electronics is hiring a Validation Engineer in Aliso Viejo, CA. This role focuses on validating infotainment products through various testing methods in collaboration with engineering teams. Responsibilities include verifying issues, logging defects, and maintaining relationships with partners. Candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and be able to travel as required. The salary range varies from $57,787 to $77,050, along with benefits that include competitive medical plans, a retirement savings plan, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• Ability to travel up to 30% domestically and internationally.
• Lift/setup benches weighing up to 30 lbs.
• Sit/drive test vehicle for up to 8 hours a day.
• Learn and adapt to new software and hardware tools.

Responsibilities

• Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products.
• Analyze test results to determine if product meets specifications.
• Create and maintain test cases per product specifications.
• Utilize tracking system to report and track product defects.

Skills

Test bench and vehicle setup

In‑car infotainment systems technologies

Specifications and ability to analyze test results

Process for creating test cases

Interface with the bug‑tracking system

Vehicle communication protocols

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Test benches

Bug-tracking system

Job description

About LG Electronics

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.

Validation Engineer Role

The Validation Engineer is responsible for validating products for infotainment projects, such as telematics and radio. This role involves working with cross‑functional engineering teams, HQ teams, and customers to successfully launch projects. Key responsibilities include verifying and evaluating issues, logging software defects in a tracking database, reviewing test data, creating test cases based on specifications, and generating summary reports. This position also offers opportunities to interact with and learn from subject matter experts at LGEVU. The engineer must collaborate effectively, maintain a service‑oriented mindset, and be a results‑driven self‑starter.

Responsibilities

• Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products by utilizing test benches and vehicles.
• Execute basic sanity, customer‑found issues, updated specifications from customer, and full test cases.
• Analyze test results to determine if product meets specifications.
• Create and maintain test cases per product specifications.
• Utilize tracking system to report and track product defects.
• Set up test benches and perform software updates.
• Conduct field tests and joint field tests with OEM.
• Support OEM (frequent visits, fixing damaged OEM 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 resolution of technical issues.
• Arrange test vehicle usage with the customer for internal validation activities.
• Communicate with R&D and DQA teams in North America and other regions such as Korea.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent.
• Ability to travel up to 30% (Domestic & International).
• Knowledge of:
  • Test bench and vehicle setup.
  • In‑car infotainment systems technologies.
  • Specifications and ability to analyze test results.
  • Process for creating test cases with the appropriate test case structure.
  • Interface with the bug‑tracking system.
  • Vehicle communication protocols.
• Ability to:
  • Lift/Set up benches weighing up to 30 lbs.
  • Sit/drive test vehicle for up to 3 hours at a time for testing, up to 8 hours a day.
  • Learn and adapt to new software and hardware tools and technologies.
  • Work across multiple disciplines (systems, embedded, server, wireless carriers, testing).
  • Recognize and mitigate both technical and organizational challenges.
  • Desire to learn constantly and dive into new areas with unfamiliar technologies.
  • Strong commitment to quality and attention to detail.
  • Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Salary

$57,787 - $77,050 USD

Benefits Offered Full‑Time Employees

• 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.
• 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‑oriented 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.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors

• Eligible for the relevant benefit programs offered through our partner agencies.

Equal Employment Opportunity

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

In addition to the above, LG believes that pay transparency is a key part of diversity, equity, and inclusion. Our salary ranges take into account many factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skillset, experience, licensure, certifications, internal equity, and other business needs. While we consider geographic pay differentials in final offers, because we operate in many geographies where applicable, the salary range listed may not reflect all geographic differentials applied.