Validation Engineer II

Lgelectronics; Aliso Viejo (CA); On-site; USD 70,725 - 94,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive medical, dental, vision and prescription benefits

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with company matching

Generous Paid Time Off program

Performance based Short-Term Incentives

Access to confidential mental health resources

Job summary

Lgelectronics in Aliso Viejo, California, is seeking a Validation Engineer II to drive validation for automotive infotainment products. You will perform various tests, manage relationships with OEMs, and lead a team of validation engineers.

The ideal candidate must be bilingual in English and Korean, possess a Bachelor of Science in Engineering, and have over 5 years of experience in automotive validation.

This role also comes with a comprehensive benefits package including health coverage, 401(k) contributions, and generous paid time off.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience in automotive validation, infotainment/telematics preferred.
• Ability to travel (International, Domestic, local) up to 30% annually.
• Physical requirements: Ability to lift/carry handheld items weighing up to 20 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products.
• Lead and guide validation engineers.
• Analyze test results to determine if product meets specifications.

Skills

Bilingual: English and Korean

Excellent written / verbal communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent

Job description

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 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 II

• Perform validation for infotainment/telematic products by utilizing test benches and vehicles
• Responsible for executing basic Sanity, customer found issues, update specification from customer and full test cases
• Plays a key role in validation execution within assigned projects, actively contributing to delivery, quality, and cross‑functional coordination as part of the project execution structure
• Lead and guide validation engineers from a project execution perspective
• 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 meet 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.
• Other duties as assigned

Required

• Bilingual: English and Korean
• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or equivalent
• 5+ years 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 30 lbs.

Recruiting Range

$70,725 – $94,300 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 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.

Benefits Offered Temporary/Contractors

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

Privacy Notice to California Applicants

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.

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