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Development Engineer - CONTRACTOR

LG Electronics USA
parental leave, paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Michigan, Troy
1835 Technology Drive (Show on map)
May 22, 2025
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. Development Engineer - CONTRACTOR This role requires technical experiences related to building cutting-edge product and Development experiences. This role needs to be comfortable working with the manufacturing industry as well as high technology-driven products with LG and customers. This role is focused on developing a project and deeply involving technical requirements in the development as well as issue resolving. Customer & Tier companies communication and development management to ensure strength and innovation in the LG automotive business. This role directly influences the integration project development across all LG and automotive manufactures and requires confidence in identifying problems, communicating the concerns and driving for closure in order to deliver the best development quality within the time frame with build trust while demonstrating excellent features implementation and problem resolving skills. This role must have a humble service mindset, and be a results-driven self-motivator. Responsibilities: Resolve software and hardware issues and communicate effectively with customers to manage and resolve these issues Manage design requests from OEM customers, develop APQP (Advanced Product Quality Planning) processes, and oversee third-party solutions Identify, manage, and document all feature-related issues, publishing a weekly status report Provide support to cross-functional teams including Validation, Manufacturing, Sales, Quality, and customers to ensure alignment and issue resolution Facilitate communication with LGE HQ cross-functional teams across various programs and departments Support multiple teams such as Program Management, Validation, and Quality, ensuring cohesive project execution Release weekly development progress reports and maintain regular communication with customer engineering teams Other duties as assigned Requirements: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electric Engineering, or a related field Prior experience or knowledge with: Automotive component development or testing Software development using C, C++, QNX, Linux, Cinemo, XML, HMI, CAN network, and embedded systems EE design processes including schematic design, board layout, and circuit analysis Working across various disciplines such as SiriusXM, CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, WiFi, audio sound control, RF, OTA, VIF, CPU & Micom, network, hardware, and testing Proficiency with MS Office software applications Strong commitment to quality and attention to detail Desire to learn constantly and dive into new areas with unfamiliar technologies Passion for technology and problem solving Travel/Physical Requirements: Up to 40% travel, including out-of-state and international travel as required Use of X-ray equipment and environmental chambers Ability to: Sit/Drive and/or test in a vehicle for up to 8 hours a day, up to 4 hours at a time Ability to lift/carry up to 30lb samples, benches, box and tools Interact with display/center controller/steering wheel while driving or while stationary testing Preferred: Prior experience or knowledge with: Vehicle Infotainment & Telematics feature and Vehicle interface technology products Complex systems IATF 16949 certification APQP&FMEA certification Bilingual - Korean / English 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 At LG, we aspire to empower people and celebrate differences because we believe diversity will create the unexpected. We provide equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law. Consistent with our commitment to providing equal opportunity and embracing diversity, LG has implemented affirmative action to ensure applicants are employed and employees are treated without regard to these characteristics. 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.