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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  • Drive Battery System Control Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥7,600,000

    Company Overview: A period of major transformation in the mobility industry, said to occur once in a century. At the forefront of this shift, we are a global leading company creating next-generation mobility experiences. We operate in markets worldwide and promote innovative initiatives across a wide range of fields, including electrification, autonomous driving, connected technologies, and software development. We aim not only to provide products but also to make people's lives more convenient, safer, and more sustainable. As we advance business transformation and technological innovation on a global scale, we have an environment where diverse teams can enjoy new challenges. This position allows you to contribute to the creation of the future mobility society with significant discretion and influence.

    You will be responsible for controlling and developing drive battery systems, which are core technologies in the electrification era.

    Focusing on the development of battery management systems (BMS) that determine the performance, safety, and driving range of EVs and electric powertrains, I am involved in a wide range of tasks, including energy management control, model-based development (MBD), and building control development infrastructure.

    By integrating expertise in batteries, control, software, and vehicle systems to realize next-generation battery technologies and new vehicle functions, I play a crucial role in supporting the development of future electric vehicles.

    Details.

  • SDV Software Platform Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    Company Overview: A period of major transformation in the mobility industry, said to occur once every hundred years. At the forefront of this shift, we are a global leading company creating next-generation mobility experiences. We operate in markets worldwide, driving innovative initiatives across a wide range of fields including electrification, autonomous driving, connected technologies, and software development. We aim not only to provide products but also to make people's lives more convenient, safer, and more sustainable. As we advance business transformation and technological innovation on a global scale, we have an environment where diverse teams can enjoy new challenges. We hold positions where we can contribute to the creation of the future mobility society with significant discretion and influence.

    We are advancing partial in-house development of software platforms for next-generation vehicles around 2029, and as part of strengthening our organizational structure, we are increasing our staff. Since we are also considering utilizing software that has not traditionally been utilized in the automotive industry, we need expertise not only from the automotive and manufacturing industries but also from other industries such as IT, making this position a position where you can leverage expertise from various industries.
    (Job Overview)
    ・Software development
    for next-generation integrated ECUs ・Discussion of future strategies for in-vehicle software platforms

    Details.

  • Powertrain Thermal Management Advanced Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, Product manager (Web/Application), SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    Company Overview: A major transformation in the mobility industry, said to occur once every hundred years. At the forefront of this shift, we are a global leading company creating next-generation mobility experiences. We operate in markets worldwide, promoting innovative initiatives across a wide range of fields including electrification, autonomous driving, connected technologies, and software development. We aim not only to provide products but also to make people's lives more convenient, safer, and more sustainable. As we advance business transformation and technological innovation on a global scale, we have an environment where diverse teams can enjoy new challenges. This position allows you to contribute to the creation of the future mobility society with significant discretion and influence.

    You will be responsible for planning tasks related to thermal management in the early development of powertrains. Basically, each person is responsible for one project. Within each project, we aim for practical implementation through the following tasks. This time, we are assuming assignments to thermal management projects related to the next strategy.

    Details.

  • Embedded software (software architecture design and middleware design) for camera platforms for automotive image sensors and domain controllers, as well as software project management

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo, 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)].

    In the world of SDVs, we are seeking partners to work on cutting-edge image sensor development through the development of in-vehicle software platforms for autonomous driving (AD) and safety systems (ADAS).

    Let's work together to reduce fatal accidents and provide safe/secure mobility.

    Details.

  • Technical strategy planning for powertrains | Technical strategy planning for powertrains

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Executive Management, Business planning・Business management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,890,000~¥7,660,000

    Company Overview: A major transformation period in the mobility industry, said to occur once every hundred years. At the forefront of this era, we are a global leading company creating next-generation mobility experiences. We operate in markets worldwide and promote innovative initiatives across a wide range of fields including electrification, autonomous driving, connected technologies, and software development. We aim not only to provide products but also to make people's lives more convenient, safer, and more sustainable. As we advance business transformation and technological innovation on a global scale, we have an environment where we can enjoy new challenges alongside a diverse team. We hold a position where we can contribute to the creation of the future mobility society while wielding significant discretion and influence.

    We formulate technology strategies for powertrains to be installed in future vehicles. We develop strategies from various perspectives, focusing on planning, products, and technology.

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  • eVTOL Hybrid System Project Manager | Hybrid Systems for eVTOL - Project Management

    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Saitama
    • ¥5,700,000~¥10,400,000

    As a global mobility manufacturer group's research and development company, we are responsible for developing a wide range of advanced technologies including four- and two-wheel, electrification, autonomous driving, and connected technologies. We are also engaged in research and development in the aerospace sector, such as reusable rockets and space-related systems, aiming to realize next-generation mobility and social infrastructure. We have established an environment where we can be involved in everything from basic research to mass production development, and we are a company that promotes innovative technology development with a global market in mind.

    World-class R&D company within a global mobility group, engaged in the development of a wide range of advanced technologies, including automobiles, motorcycles, electrification, autonomous driving, and connected mobility. The company is also expanding into the aerospace sector, developing technologies such as reusable rockets and space-related systems to help shape the future of mobility and social infrastructure. With an environment that supports involvement from fundamental research through mass-production development, it drives innovative technologies for global markets.

    The role scope is non-technical domains, involving project management that spans subsystems and projects within each system across the board.

    Details.

  • Next-Generation Power Semiconductor Device Engineer | Device Development for Next-Generation Power Semiconductor Devices

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Development
    • 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 involved in the planning, development, and design of high-voltage, high-current power semiconductor devices (Si-IGBT, SiC-MOSFET, GaN-HEMT) for inverter systems for electric vehicles.

    Details.

  • Electrical Engineer | Electrical Engineer for Space Multiprotocol Modems and Related Communication Systems

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

    A well known Japanese space company with locations in three countries. this company works to improve communication technology in the space sector. By leveraging satellite simulation technology and spacecraft communication hardware they aim to connect telecommunications on a planetary level. By leveraging satellite simulation technology and spacecraft communication hardware they aim to connect telecommunications on a planetary level.

    You will be responsible for the overall electrical and electronic circuit design of space multiprotocol modems and related communication systems.
    You will be involved with a wide range of autonomy, from specification formulation to prototype development, and final product development through management of external contractors.

    Details.

  • Product Quality Engineer, Aerospace & Defense Systems | Quality Assurance Engineer Supporting Aerospace and Defense Projects

    • Energy & Infrastructure, Energy
    • Electronics, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,800,000~¥9,900,000

    We are a global company that has been operating in Japan for over 125 years. We promote cutting-edge innovation across a wide range of fields, including social infrastructure, space defense technology, and public solutions. With approximately 60,000 employees domestically, we are spreading Japan-originated technologies and innovations to countries around the world.

    This position is responsible for quality assurance of hardware products, mainly satellite communications and space-related products. You will participate in projects from the proposal stage before receiving orders to shipping and operation, ensuring reliability, safety, quality, and defect reduction activities. Additionally, through the operation and improvement of the Quality Management System (QMS) based on JIS Q 9100 and audit responses, you will contribute to strengthening the quality foundation that supports business growth.

    Details.

  • Car Audio System Design Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    Company Overview: A once-in-a-century era of major transformation in the mobility industry. At the forefront of this shift, we are a global leading company creating next-generation mobility experiences. We operate in markets worldwide and promote innovative initiatives across a wide range of fields, including electrification, autonomous driving, connected technologies, and software development. We aim not only to provide products but also to make people's lives more convenient, safer, and more sustainable. As we advance business transformation and technological innovation on a global scale, we have an environment where diverse teams can enjoy new challenges. We hold positions where we can contribute to the creation of the future mobility society with significant discretion and influence.

    Details.

  • Flying Robot Development Engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Research & Development, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000

    We are a technology company focused on research and provision of unmanned aerial systems for industrial applications and operation management platforms for low-altitude areas.
    We have extensive implementation experience in diverse fields such as surveying, equipment inspection, and agricultural support, and our management technologies have been adopted for standard operations in multiple regions.
    In recent years, we have expanded our business with the establishment of subsidiaries overseas and large-scale procurement, and we continue to participate in public-private projects. We are promoting the construction of a global platform to create new low-altitude mobility industries that integrate hardware, software, and operational integration infrastructure.

    You will be responsible for updating existing core drone products and developing next-generation autonomous drones aimed at entering new markets. We expect you to play a central role in creating full-stack, "reliably moving" robot systems that transcend the boundaries of mecha, electronics, and software (control), rather than simply designing software and hardware parts.

    Details.

  • Space Component Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Electronics, Research & Development, SE(General purpose)
    • Ibaraki, Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥10,000,000

    A well known Japanese space company with locations in three countries. this company works to improve communication technology in the space sector. By leveraging satellite simulation technology and spacecraft communication hardware they aim to connect telecommunications on a planetary level. By leveraging satellite simulation technology and spacecraft communication hardware they aim to connect telecommunications on a planetary level.

    You will be responsible for selecting and evaluating electronic and optical components for space communication systems and related equipment, as well as reflecting them in system design.

    This position is not just about component procurement or management; from a systems engineering perspective, you will evaluate whether the system operates reliably in space environments and whether the system as a whole is feasible, and drive development. You will collaborate with in-house hardware engineers, specialists from various fields, external component manufacturers, and technical partners to support the development of highly reliable space equipment.

    Details.

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