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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  • Resin Mold Development and Design - Process Designer

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Research & Development
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,100,000~¥11,400,000

    With strengths in powertrain, driving safety, body technology, and CSS, we are among the world's top five major automotive parts manufacturers.
    Based on a stable foundation, we are expanding our business areas into cutting-edge technology development such as software. We also conduct joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation, constantly working on the latest technological developments.

    For high-performance resin parts such as electrified products, you will be responsible for a wide range of manufacturing processes, from upstream processes such as shape proposals in collaboration with the design department, to mold development and design linked with materials and molding, line planning and process design, and production preparation.
    In addition, you will be involved in researching trends in mold and resin technologies and extracting development themes.

    Details.

  • Sales Engineer(Small / Large compressor)

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Sales・Service Engineer, Area・Regional Sales, International Sales, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Fukuoka, Aichi, Osaka
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    Famous multinational company with extensive history and a presence in more than 70 countries producing industrial handheld tools, compressors, vacuum equipment. They are also in the rental equipment business for large industrial compressors and other machinery. Their main market share is in the compressor and gas manufacturing which accounts for 29.8 percent of their yearly sales. Their main market share is in the compressor and gas manufacturing which accounts for 29.8 percent of their yearly sales.

    A well-known multinational company with a rich history and offices in more than 70 countries, it manufactures handheld tools, compressors, and vacuum equipment for industrial use. It is also engaged in the rental business of large industrial compressors and other machinery. The company is committed to producing environmentally friendly oil-free equipment. Its main market share is in the compressor and gas production sector, which accounts for 29.8% of its annual sales.

    This sales engineer position is dedicated to expanding sales and increasing market share of industrial air products and oil-free air products in your assigned area. We drive business expansion through sales activities to existing and new customers, key account development, collaboration with distributors, market analysis, and technical proposals, building strong relationships with customers and distributors.

    Details.

  • Control Systems Engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,300,000~¥8,500,000

    Since its founding in 1948, the company has continued to grow alongside the expansion of the automotive industry and the IoT transformation of factories through device and solution products.
    In the automotive industry's CASE, which is said to be a once-in-a-century transformation, demand for advanced features such as EVs and autonomous driving is expected to grow even further, including microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and electronic devices that combine the company's strengths.
    Among these, the company holds a special contract to sell automotive microcontrollers from a certain manufacturer, which are installed in 40% of the world's automobiles, in the Chubu region, supporting the automotive industry in the Tokai region.
    Going forward, we will continue to challenge ourselves to pursue new fields while supporting the transformation of the automotive society, and with a management strategy that strengthens collaboration with highly creative companies ahead of our time, we aim to grow as a global supplier in the advanced electronics field.

    You will be responsible for designing electrical circuits and PLC ladder programs for equipment delivered to clients.
    Based on the requirements and specifications heard from customers, you will work with mechanical designers on the conceptual design of the entire equipment and finalize specifications, create control specifications, and design electrical circuits and PLC ladder programs. When outsourcing design to a partner company, we create specifications and hold consultations.
    Developing equipment is a highly rewarding job that involves everything from deciding specifications with clients to overseeing equipment operation

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  • Application Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Sales・Service Engineer, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥9,000,000

    A global leader specializing in high‑speed automotive data‑transmission solutions. Unlike traditional wire‑harness manufacturers, the company focuses on advanced data cables, connectors, and custom cable assemblies that support next‑generation mobility technologies. Their products enable fast, secure, and reliable data flow for modern vehicles, including systems used in ADAS, cameras, sensors, infotainment, autonomous driving, and connected‑car platforms.

    In this role, you will serve as the primary technical interface between automotive customers and internal engineering teams, translating customer requirements into practical technical solutions throughout the product development lifecycle.

    Working closely with Sales, R&D, Manufacturing, and other cross-functional teams, you will provide technical consulting, define product specifications, support new business acquisition, and ensure customer requirements remain aligned with engineering capabilities and manufacturing standards.

    Details.

  • Customer Quality Engineer (CQE) | CQE in charge of semiconductor products

    • OTHERS, Trading
    • Electronics, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥8,900,000

    Hardware Business: We are a comprehensive electronics trading company that provides a comprehensive range of solutions to automotive parts manufacturers, covering everything from planning and design and development, manufacturing, logistics, to quality control, for all kinds of electronic device products such as semiconductors and printed circuit boards. A major general trading group handling semiconductors and electronic components.
    Since we are under the supervision of major companies, we have contracts with nine major companies, allowing us to work on major projects.
    We also have a support system utilizing new technologies and partner networks in fields such as electrification, autonomous driving/ADAS, next-generation cockpits, and connected systems, enabling
    us to develop a wide range of businesses that go beyond the traditional functions of a trading company that purchases and sells products.


    Responsible for handling quality issues related to semiconductors and electronic components after mass production. Acts as a bridge between customers, sales departments, and suppliers, promoting troubleshooting and quality improvement activities. They are also responsible for quality support during the introduction of new parts and supplier audits.

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  • Resident Engineer Line Manager

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥8,500,000~¥12,000,000

    Top Global Sales | As a foreign-affiliated automotive parts manufacturer, the company is expanding its software and electronics products. As a long-established German company with roots in Japan and operating worldwide, it employs diverse employees, maintains a 1% turnover rate, and maintains a well-established work environment. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, and we are working on further advanced technology development.

    A global leader in sales, this foreign-owned automotive parts manufacturer is expanding its software and electronics product portfolio. As a long‑established German company in Japan with worldwide operations, it offers a diverse workforce and an excellent working environment, reflected in its low 1% turnover rate. In April 2024, a new research and development facility was completed, further strengthening the company’s efforts in advanced technology development.

    Oversees the resident engineer organization assigned to major domestic automakers, serving as a leader connecting customers with in-house development teams, driving organizational management, talent development, and customer engagement. This position strengthens trust with customers while leading smooth project advancement, quality improvement, and organizational reform.

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  • Application Engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Research & Development
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥7,000,000~¥9,000,000

    It is a joint venture established by German and Japanese auto parts manufacturers, providing climate control systems for automobiles. This joint venture provides heating and air conditioning solutions for special-purpose vehicles such as buses, trucks, construction vehicles, and camper vans to improve vehicle comfort and safety in the Japanese market. We mainly specialize in auxiliary heaters and climate management systems, providing

    sales and after-sales service throughout Japan. ◆ The top market share manufacturer
    of commercial vehicle heating systems, a Japanese company boasting sales of approximately 1.5 billion yen in Japan's commercial vehicle heating system industry, Established as a joint venture of a foreign company with worldwide sales of approximately 50 billion yen, it holds over 50% market share in Japan.
    • Designing air conditioning applications for trucks, buses, and construction machinery using handled products, proposing customer proposals, and developing in-house products such as parking coolers

    Details.

  • Mechanical Design Engineer – Arc Welding Systems (Requirements Definition & Project Management)

    • Mechanical, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Program・Project Management, Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management
    • Osaka
    • ¥5,800,000~¥9,600,000

    We provide innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of society and our customers. In particular, within the Design Marketing Division, we focus on 'customer-centric business activities,' promoting the creation of brand culture, developing new markets and businesses, maximizing existing businesses, and further enhancing the overall competitiveness of the company through strengthening UX design and modernizing marketing. Additionally, in the Planning Operations Division, Planning and Management Department, I continuously execute optimization of people, processes, and technology, and take on the role of leading company-wide transformation projects and organizational reforms. By introducing diverse career support systems and flexible work styles tailored to a global business environment, we have established a system where each employee can grow while contributing to solving social issues.

    In the various manufacturing industries that support Japanese manufacturing, labor shortages are becoming increasingly severe, and the demand for labor-saving is growing ever stronger. The demand for our welding systems is especially high in the highly specialized and complex process areas we provide.
    In this context, it is urgent to strengthen the concept and mechanical design that are the core of our systems, in order not only to achieve labor-saving that our customers need but also to continue delivering the value of our core welding process.

    Details.

  • Quality Infrastructure Development & Promotion | Promotion of Quality Infrastructure Construction Activities

    • IT, Software platform
    • IT, Other (Localization, QA), QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,900,000~¥11,000,000

    With strengths in powertrain, driving safety, vehicle body, and CSS, we are a major automotive parts manufacturer ranked among the top five in the world.
    Building on our stable foundation, we are expanding our business scope into cutting-edge technology development, such as software. We also engage in joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation and are constantly working on the latest technological advancements.

    Depending on your experience and aptitude, you will be assigned to one of the following roles.
    ・External audits and internal audits related to IATF 16949 and ISO 9001
    ・In-house training on QMS
    ・Process recurrence prevention

    Details.

  • ADAS R&D Engineering Manager

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥12,000,000~¥15,000,000

    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 lead the development and delivery of an Advanced Level 3 (AD3) automation program utilizing cutting-edge AI technologies while overseeing multiple product lines and managing a large engineering organization.

    You will serve as a key R&D leader responsible for technical direction, organizational performance, customer satisfaction, supplier management, and successful program execution from development through delivery.

    Details.

  • Domain Controller Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Program・Project Management
    • Ibaraki
    • ¥9,000,000~¥12,000,000

    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 manage Domain Controller development projects for automotive OEM and OES customers while overseeing project profitability, budgets, schedules, resources, and team performance.

    The role consists of approximately 70% project management and people leadership and 30% cost and profitability management, requiring strong technical understanding, stakeholder management, and leadership capabilities.

    Details.

  • Customer Quality Senior Manager

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, QC・QA
    • Kanagawa, Hiroshima
    • ¥15,000,000~¥20,000,000

    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.

    The Customer Quality Leader is responsible for driving customer satisfaction and quality performance for one or more Japanese OEM customers. Acting as the primary escalation point for customer quality issues, this role leads cross-functional problem-solving activities across engineering, manufacturing, suppliers, and program teams to ensure timely issue resolution and continuous improvement.

    The position combines strategic customer relationship management, quality leadership, and team development, with accountability for customer scorecards, warranty performance, audit readiness, safe launches, and long-term quality roadmaps. The role also serves as a key interface between OEM customers and global operations, ensuring alignment on quality expectations and business objectives.

    Details.

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