Electrical and electronics jobs and career trends in the automotive industry

Trends in Electrical and Electronics Jobs

Electrification (electric vehicles)

Demand for electric vehicles (EVs) is increasing and automakers are focusing on developing electric vehicles to replace traditional internal combustion engines. Stricter government regulations and advances in battery technology are increasing the range of EVs and the availability of charging infrastructure.

Automatic Driving Technology

Automated driving technology is evolving rapidly, with the development of advanced driver assistance systems based on sensors, cameras, AI, and real-time data processing. Research is underway on legal and ethical issues and safety improvements for the practical application of automated driving technology.

connectivity

Vehicle connectivity is improving as communications between vehicles and between vehicles and infrastructure evolve. This allows vehicles to connect to the Internet and provide services such as data sharing, real-time navigation information, entertainment, and vehicle diagnostics.

AI and Automotive Technology

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is used in a variety of applications to improve vehicle safety and comfort. These include the development of automated driving systems, improved driver assistance features, voice recognition, natural language processing, and facial recognition.

Energy Efficiency and Sustainability

Automakers are working to develop vehicles that are more energy efficient and environmentally friendly. Lightweight technologies, energy-efficient electronic systems, the use of renewable energy, and waste reduction are key initiatives.
Along with these trends, there has been an increase in job opportunities in R&D, circuit and packaging design, and electrical and electronic control design.

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  • Embedded Software Validation Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management
    • Ibaraki
    • ¥6,800,000~¥8,000,000

    This company is a global automotive technology supplier specializing in advanced sensing systems, electrification, and intelligent mobility solutions.
    The company operates internationally with strong R&D capabilities and collaborates with major OEMs to develop next-generation safety and in-cabin technologies.

    In this role, you will support the development and functional verification of embedded software used in automotive electronic control units.

    You will work independently at the manufacturing site while collaborating closely with software engineers in Tokyo and overseas. The position focuses on confirming basic and complex software behavior, analyzing technical issues, supporting production-related software validation, and ensuring that software functions correctly before and during manufacturing launch.

    Details.

  • Lead Satellite Systems Engineer | Lead Engineer, Satellite System Development

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design
    • Chiba
    • ¥3,500,000~¥5,500,000

    This is a space-related startup starting from university-based technology. We develop and manufacture propulsion machines for small satellites, leveraging proprietary technology that balances high safety with environmental considerations. Evaluated by domestic and international satellite manufacturers, it has achieved multiple space demonstrations to date. Currently, commercial projects and mass production projects are underway, and despite being a research and development company, it continues to achieve stable business growth.

    This position is responsible for manufacturing, assembly, and testing of propulsion devices for small satellites.
    In collaboration with the development and design departments, you will be responsible for assembling and adjusting precision equipment, various performance evaluations and environmental tests, and quality inspections. We are involved in a wide range of processes from prototyping to mass production, and we also work on defect analysis and manufacturing process improvements. This role involves experiencing technologies across multiple fields such as machinery, electricity, fluids, and heat, supporting product quality improvement and the establishment of production systems. You can also be involved in mass production projects accompanying business expansion, providing an environment where you can acquire a wide range of skills, mainly in manufacturing and testing fields.

    Details.

  • Development Project Manager for Electric Power Train Systems

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥14,300,000

    In the automotive parts industry, it is one of the largest companies in Japan in the thermal systems, mobility systems, power train systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems businesses.
    We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].

    As a leader managing and leading development projects for electric power train systems (mainly motor control), you will be involved in one of the following tasks.

    Details.

  • System development and project promotion for powertrains for electric vehicles

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Aichi
    • ¥4,500,000~¥9,500,000

    It is one of Japan's leading major automobile manufacturers. We mainly engage in the development, production, and sales of automobiles and related parts, while operating both domestically and internationally. It has strengths in SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrid vehicles, and has a broad sales record in global markets.
    The company is advancing technology development aimed at solving social issues through mobility and realizing a sustainable society. In addition to electrification, advanced safety technologies, and connected technologies, we are also engaged in research and demonstration in the field of next-generation mobility.

    Amid growing expectations for companies to mitigate climate change, Mitsubishi Motors has announced its goal to achieve carbon neutrality across its entire supply chain by 2050.
    As a leading company in PHEVs, we need to accelerate the development of Mitsubishi-style electric and low-CO2 vehicles that achieve carbon neutrality,
    and strengthen the development of new electric vehicles that contribute to realizing a decarbonized society. We need
    to strengthen the development of electric powertrain systems that contribute to vehicle performance and pricing, and project management for new electric vehicles. We are looking for someone to work with as a team member.

    Details.

  • Powertrain Control ECU Development Engineer | Development of ECUs for Powertrain Control

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,500,000~¥14,300,000

    In the automotive parts industry, it is one of the largest companies in Japan in the thermal systems, mobility systems, power train systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems businesses.
    We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].

    You will understand and specify customer/vehicle requirements for powertrain ECUs.

    Details.

  • Electric Powertrain Business Strategy & System Planning | Business Creation & System Planning - Electric Powertrain Field

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,500,000~¥14,300,000

    In the automotive parts industry, it is one of the largest companies in Japan in the thermal systems, mobility systems, power train systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems businesses.
    We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].

    You will be responsible for technical planning and development that leverages multiple domains of products in the powertrain (electric and internal combustion) fields to enhance vehicle value.

    Details.

  • Country Purchasing Manager

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Business planning・Business management, Logistics Operation, SCM, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Tokyo
    • ¥9,000,000~¥11,500,000

    The company specializes in advanced vehicle systems and partners with leading OEMs to deliver high-quality, innovative mobility solutions. Known for its strong engineering capability and global quality standards, the organization offers a collaborative and international work environment.


    You will be responsible for purchasing activities across Japan, including supplier selection, commercial negotiations, cost reduction, purchase-order execution, supplier performance, and purchasing-process improvement.

    In this role you will work closely with commodity, program, and indirect purchasing teams while supporting plants, project teams, finance, legal, quality, and regional leadership. Although this is a manager-level title, the position includes a considerable amount of hands-on purchasing execution and operational support.

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  • System Design Leader – ADAS Camera Systems

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥10,000,000

    This company is a global automotive technology supplier specializing in advanced sensing systems, electrification, and intelligent mobility solutions.
    The company operates internationally with strong R&D capabilities and collaborates with major OEMs to develop next-generation safety and in-cabin technologies.

    In this role, you will serve as the System Design Leader for automotive camera products used in ADAS applications.

    You will design the overall product architecture, manage system requirements, and coordinate technical interfaces across software, hardware, and mechanical engineering teams. Rather than focusing on one component, you will take a top-down view of the entire product and make the technical decisions required to balance performance, quality, cost, maintainability, and development risk.

    This is primarily a technical specialist position, not a people-management role.

    Details.

  • ADAS Electronics Lead Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥7,000,000~¥9,000,000

    As a global automotive parts supplier operating in 57 countries, it focuses on key industry megatrends such as autonomous driving, electrification, and connectivity, shaping the future of mobility. Established in 2000 as a joint venture with a major Japanese company, it has its headquarters and engineering center in Yokohama, providing development, technology, and products to Japanese customers.

    You will be responsible for developing various sensors (radar, cameras, controllers) for ADAS (Advanced Driver Assistance Systems) at a major German automotive parts manufacturer.
    This position involves a wide range of responsibilities, from electronic circuit design and evaluation to defect analysis, as well as coordination and negotiation with customers and internal departments.

    Details.

  • Certification testing for domestic and international preventive safety and collision safety

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Mechanical, Research & Development, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Aichi
    • ¥4,500,000~¥9,500,000

    It is one of Japan's leading major automobile manufacturers. We mainly engage in the development, production, and sales of automobiles and related parts, while operating both domestically and internationally. It has strengths in SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrid vehicles, and has a broad sales record in global markets.
    The company is advancing technology development aimed at solving social issues through mobility and realizing a sustainable society. In addition to electrification, advanced safety technologies, and connected technologies, we are also engaged in research and demonstration in the field of next-generation mobility.

    You will be responsible for certification testing for preventive safety and collision safety both domestically and internationally.

    Details.

  • Leader in system design and development for new air mobility

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Kyoto, Aichi
    • ¥10,500,000~¥12,000,000

    It is one of Japan's leading major automobile manufacturers. We mainly engage in the development, production, and sales of automobiles and related parts, while operating both domestically and internationally. It has strengths in SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrid vehicles, and has a broad sales record in global markets.
    The company is advancing technology development aimed at solving social issues through mobility and realizing a sustainable society. In addition to electrification, advanced safety technologies, and connected technologies, we are also engaged in research and demonstration in the field of next-generation mobility.

    As the leader in system design and development for new air mobility, this position is responsible for overall system design, embedded software/flight control algorithm development, communication system design, safety and reliability design, certification support, and technical lead for development projects in the field of air mobility such as drones and aircraft.

    Details.

  • Lead Satellite Systems Engineer | Lead Engineer, Satellite System Development

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design
    • Chiba
    • ¥6,500,000~¥10,000,000

    This is a space-related startup starting from university-based technology. We develop and manufacture propulsion machines for small satellites, leveraging proprietary technology that balances high safety with environmental considerations. Evaluated by domestic and international satellite manufacturers, it has achieved multiple space demonstrations to date. Currently, commercial projects and mass production projects are underway, and despite being a research and development company, it continues to achieve stable business growth.

    In this position, you will serve as a lead engineer supporting the satellite interorbital transportation business, leading requirements analysis, specification formulation, and system design for the entire satellite system. This position leads system development toward realizing future space transportation services, handling a wide range of tasks from interface adjustment and technical problem resolution to solving technical challenges for each subsystem, planning test and verification plans, and promoting evaluation.

    Details.

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