Validation Engineer

Responsibilities:

Core Responsibilities:

• Define test strategy based on requirements and specifications regarding Automotive product.
• Identify failures, root cause issues and recommend fixes.
• Create scripts/tools to improve testing efficiency.
• Write validation reports, test procedures, and compliance document.(Ensuring all equipment, systems, and processes adhere to Automotive standards)
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers based on a solid understanding of vehicle simulation bench architecture and test environments.
• Maintenance and management of test Bench equipment.

System Requirement Analysis & Test Case Generation:

• Clarify system requirements through detailed discussions and documentation.
• Provide tailored solutions to address both technical and engineering-related challenges.

Customer Support & Engineering Collaboration:

• Assist customers in resolving technical and operational issues, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to develop and implement effective solutions.

Compliance, Quality & Safety:

• Ensure programs are executed in accordance with Supplier Quality Management System (SQMS) requirements.
• Ensure compliance with applicable automotive standards and customer‑specific requirements, including IATF 16949, Automotive SPICE, ISO 17025.
• Maintain working knowledge of safety policies and regulations and ensure all program activities are performed in a safe manner.

Business Travel & Customer Support:

• Conduct business trips to manufacturing sites or HQ to support customer visits and project reviews.
• Function as a key representative during customer visits, ensuring a positive and productive experience.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree required, or equivalent experience (5 additional years of relevant technical experience in degree). A technical or engineering degree is strongly preferred.
• Prior experience in a OEM or Tier 1 in Automotive Industry environment is a plus.

Professional Experience

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

Technical Skills:

• Familiarity with VCU and Bench test equipment and software.
• Having a strong understanding of Vehicle VCU log analysis involves several key competencies and knowledge areas.
• Solid understanding of automotive product development processes and cross‑functional engineering practices.
• Familiarity with test tools such as CANoe, CANalyzer, dSPACE, NI, or equivalent
• Experience with diagnostic validation (UDS services, DTC verification, fault memory validation)
• Analyze test failures and perform root cause analysis (RCA) in collaboration with HW/SW teams
• Experience with test scripting, log analysis, and large dataset validation
• Define and execute comprehensive validation strategies covering unit, integration, system, and vehicle-level testing
• Execute black-box and white-box testing for embedded software components.
• Familiarity with issue tracking system such as PTRS and JIRA system.

Language Proficiency:

• Bilingual in Korean and English preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with global clients and internal teams.

Confidentiality & Information Management:

• 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