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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  • Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Operator | PDI Operator

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Operation&maintenance,Technical support, Service Technician, QC・QA, Technical Help Desk, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥9,000,000

    The company is working on the development of new mobility, including electric vehicles. Currently, we are focusing on the research and development of new energy vehicles, and in the future, we will build a manufacturing and sales system for vehicles developed in-house, aiming to develop our business as a new automobile brand originating in Japan.

    Details.

  • Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Center Manager | Director of PDI Center

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Aftersales, Service Technician, QC・QA, Technical Help Desk, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥10,000,000~¥16,000,000

    The company is working on the development of new mobility, including electric vehicles. Currently, we are focusing on the research and development of new energy vehicles, and in the future, we will build a manufacturing and sales system for vehicles developed in-house, aiming to develop our business as a new automobile brand originating in Japan.

    Details.

  • Pre-Delivery Inspection (PDI) Inspector | PDI Inspector

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Aftersales, Service Technician, QC・QA, Technical Help Desk, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥6,000,000

    The company is working on the development of new mobility, including electric vehicles. Currently, we are focusing on the research and development of new energy vehicles, and in the future, we will build a manufacturing and sales system for vehicles developed in-house, aiming to develop our business as a new automobile brand originating in Japan.

    Details.

  • Charging/V2X/EV System Charging System Development Manager

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Product Marketing, Planning, Circuit & Mounting Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management, Research & Analysis
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥8,000,000~¥13,000,000

    The company is working on the development of new mobility, including electric vehicles. Currently, we are focusing on the research and development of new energy vehicles, and in the future, we will build a manufacturing and sales system for vehicles developed in-house, aiming to develop our business as a new automobile brand originating in Japan.

    Details.

  • Quality Control & Quality Assurance Manager | Quality Control Assurance Manager

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, QC・QA, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥8,000,000~¥13,000,000

    The company is working on the development of new mobility, including electric vehicles. Currently, we are focusing on the research and development of new energy vehicles, and in the future, we will build a manufacturing and sales system for vehicles developed in-house, aiming to develop our business as a new automobile brand originating in Japan.

    Details.

  • Quality Assurance & Quality Control Engineer (QA/QC Engineer) | Quality Control Assurance Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, QC・QA, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥9,000,000

    The company is working on the development of new mobility, including electric vehicles. Currently, we are focusing on the research and development of new energy vehicles, and in the future, we will build a manufacturing and sales system for vehicles developed in-house, aiming to develop our business as a new automobile brand originating in Japan.

    Details.

  • Project Engineering

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa, Aichi
    • ¥4,500,000~¥8,000,000

    A global automotive technology company specializing in cockpit electronics, including digital instrument clusters, infotainment systems, head-up displays, and domain controllers. Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined Headquartered in America, they partner with major automakers worldwide to deliver innovative, software-defined vehicle solutions that enhance the driver and passenger experience.

    This role is designed as a fast-track pathway toward future Business Development leadership within a global automotive technology environment. The position provides early exposure to commercial decision-making, customer engagement, and cross-functional collaboration with global engineering and product teams, supporting both project execution and long-term business growth.

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  • Powertrain Analysis Engineer (Gasoline / HEV / EV) |

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, QC・QA, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Tochigi
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,900,000

    As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide joy to more people 10 years from now, 20 years from now, and beyond, we have been and will continue to take on the challenge of creating new value that is not bound by existing frameworks so that customers around the world can be happy.
    The company, which has provided a variety of products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is looking for colleagues to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    You will be in charge of early manifestation and resolution of defects using market quality information and telema data. In collaboration with the R and manufacturing departments, overseas bases, and business partners, we promote quality improvement and defect resolution to deliver quality that exceeds expectations in new businesses (electrification) and natural quality in existing businesses (ICE and HEV).

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  • Quality & Application Engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥12,000,000

    A major automotive supplier of technologies such as lighting, electronics, sensors and autonomous driving systems.

    This is a hybrid role combining quality engineering and application engineering responsibilities within the Special Original Equipment (SOE) business. You will act as a key technical interface for customers in Japan, handling quality issues, supporting product applications, and coordinating closely with global teams.

    As part of a small and agile Japan team, you will play a critical role in ensuring customer satisfaction, stable operations, and business growth.

    Details.

  • Production Planning – Next-Generation Lithium-Ion Batteries

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Production Management, Production Engineer
    • Tochigi
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,900,000

    As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide joy to more people 10 years from now, 20 years from now, and beyond, we have been and will continue to take on the challenge of creating new value that is not bound by existing frameworks so that customers around the world can be happy.
    The company, which has provided a variety of products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is looking for colleagues to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    In collaboration with the technology development of next-generation lithium-ion batteries, you will be in charge of planning and building a production system with an eye on mass production. This position is to lead the realization of competitive production lines from multiple perspectives such as cost, quality, productivity, and environmental protection, and to promote the creation of a foundation that supports technological innovation.

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  • Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥12,000,000

    A global automotive electronics manufacturer develops advanced technologies that enhance vehicle safety, comfort, and driver awareness. The company works closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and collaborates across global engineering, quality, and commercial teams to deliver innovative automotive products.

    In Japan, the organization plays an important role in adapting global products to local customer requirements and acting as a bridge between Japanese OEMs and overseas development teams.

    In this role you will be responsible for leading automotive development projects for electronic rearview mirrors and related next-generation products, acting as the technical and strategic bridge between Japanese OEM customers and the global headquarters development team.

    You will focus on customer-facing project leadership, technical coordination, milestone management, and cross-cultural alignment. In addition to supporting ongoing development programs, the role also contributes to new business acquisition activities and supports the introduction of key automotive requirements such as cybersecurity and functional safety.

    Details.

  • Electrical Engineer | Electrical Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Chiba
    • ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000

    It is a space startup born from a university laboratory in 2020 and develops and manufactures propulsion engines for small satellites. With its unique technology that uses water as a propellant that is safe and has a low environmental impact, it has won high praise from satellite manufacturers in Japan and overseas, and has succeeded in multiple space demonstrations. Commercial projects and mass production projects are already underway, and although it is an R startup, it is a company that continues to grow further along with the expansion of the space industry while building a stable business foundation.

    We are looking for electrical engineers who will be responsible for the design, testing, and verification of electrical and electronic circuits in the development of propulsion vehicles for small satellites.
    We are involved in analog circuits, digital circuits, and microcomputer peripheral circuits (DCDC converters, sensor I/F, charge/discharge circuits, etc.), from circuit design to integration into propulsion and actual machine testing.

    Details.

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