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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  • Advanced hardware development for advanced safety and cockpit integrated computers for SDVs

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥14,000,000

    We are a company boasting one of the top domestic market shares in the automotive parts industry, specializing in thermal systems, mobility systems, power train systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
    Currently, we are focusing on four areas: electrification, connectivity, advanced safety/autonomous driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture). In particular, in the field of autonomous driving, we are conducting demonstration experiments on public roads for Level 4 autonomous driving, working toward the future of safe and secure mobility systems.

    As the acceleration of CASE-compatible and SDV adoption in automobiles continues to advance, electronic control units (hereafter, ECUs) installed in vehicles are becoming even more advanced in performance and integration.

    Our department develops large-scale ECUs for integrated control of systems such as ADAS, cockpits, and in-vehicle communications, along with

    the elemental technologies adopted in these systems, and is recruiting engineers for the development of new products for the SDV era.

    Details.

  • Advanced hardware project management for advanced safety and cockpit integrated computers for SDVs

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥14,000,000

    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 the acceleration of CASE-compatible and SDV adoption in automobiles continues to advance, electronic control units (hereafter, ECUs) installed in vehicles are becoming even more advanced in performance and integration.

    Our department develops large-scale ECUs for integrated control of systems such as ADAS, cockpits, and in-vehicle communications, along with the elemental technologies adopted in these systems, and is recruiting engineers for the development of new products for the SDV era.

    Details.

  • Hardware design and development of large-scale automotive ECUs

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥14,000,000

    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 automotive CASE-based solutions continue to advance, electronic control units (hereafter, ECUs) installed in vehicles are becoming even more advanced in performance and integration.

    Our department develops large-scale ECUs for integrated control of systems such as ADAS, cockpits, and in-vehicle communications, as well as the key technologies adopted in these systems, and we are recruiting engineers for the development of next-generation models.

    Details.

  • Electrification Project Manager

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥6,500,000~¥9,000,000

    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.

    In this position, you will be responsible for customer contact and project promotion for eAxle projects for Japanese automakers.
    This position promotes project management centered on QCD (Quality Quality, Cost, and Delivery Time), collaborating with internal departments such as development, manufacturing, purchasing, and quality, as well as overseas bases.
    You will also be responsible for planning and executing sales strategies, as well as technical and commercial coordination with customers.

    Details.

  • ADAS Camera Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥11,500,000

    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 end-to-end management of ADAS camera development projects for a major Japanese automotive OEM, serving as the primary interface between the customer and global engineering teams.

    You will be responsible for project profitability, quality, schedule, resource planning, and stakeholder management while coordinating cross-functional teams across Japan, Germany, France , India, China, and other global development locations.

    The project currently supports a Smart Front Camera platform already in mass production and deployed globally, with ongoing software updates, hardware improvements, cost optimization activities, and future product expansion opportunities.

    Details.

  • Hardware design and functional safety work for large-scale automotive ECUs

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥14,000,000

    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 automotive CASE-based solutions continue to advance, electronic control units (hereafter, ECUs) installed in vehicles are becoming even more advanced in performance and integration.

    Our department develops large-scale ECUs for integrated control of systems such as ADAS, cockpits, and in-vehicle communications, as well as the key technologies adopted in these systems, and we are recruiting engineers for the development of next-generation models.

    Details.

  • Customer Engineer Manager

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer, FAE
    • Hokkaido, Mie, Hiroshima, Iwate
    • ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000

    The company is the Japanese subsidiary of a semiconductor equipment manufacturer founded in the USA.
    It is among the world's top in revenue, scale, and market share.
    Their environment offers opportunities to experience technological innovation, cutting-edge customer demands, problem-solving, and contributing to customer success. Their environment offers opportunities to experience technological innovation, cutting-edge customer demands, problem-solving, and contributing to customer success.
    Ranked No. 1 in global semiconductor equipment sales in 2022, it provides a chance to leverage skills in a growing industry with the market leader.

    Manages professional employees (jobs that typically fall on the B/E band) and/or supervisors. Adapts business unit, department, site or sub-function plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Adapts business unit, department, site or sub-function plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business unit, department or sub-function plan; receives guidance from manager. Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers.

    You will be responsible for managing the customer engineer team in your assigned region and building strong relationships with customers. As the head of the service site, you will be accountable for the team's achievements and lead overall site operations, including talent development, resource and cost management, and coordination of technical support.
    We promote improvements in service quality and customer satisfaction in line with our business plans, and support the achievement of organizational goals through technical guidance and development for customer engineer members.

    Details.

  • Project Leader – Motorcycle Product Development

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Research & Development, Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management, Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management
    • Saitama
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,900,000

    As an automaker that continues to evolve to provide "joy" to more people 10 years, 20 years from now, and beyond, we have always and will continue to challenge ourselves to create new value beyond existing frameworks so that customers around the world can be delighted.
    With reliable technical expertise, the company has provided a wide range of products loved by many customers. We are now seeking partners to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    To plan and realize attractive products that exceed customer expectations, you will lead the development project team while taking a comprehensive view of regions, categories, and competitors. Depending on the scale of development, we expect each person to be responsible for three projects.

    Details.

  • Semiconductor Equipment Control HW Development | Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment - Control Hardware Development

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Research & Development, Production Engineer, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Osaka
    • ¥7,100,000~¥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.

    Electrical technology development, equipment development, and order handling for semiconductor plasma manufacturing equipment.

    Details.

  • Electronic Brake System Test Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, QC・QA, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Chiba
    • ¥6,500,000~¥8,500,000

    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.

    As the person in charge of developing electronically controlled brake products at a major German automotive parts manufacturer,
    you will install prototype products under development in vehicles and conduct actual vehicle driving tests.

    Details.

  • System Project Quality Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, QC・QA, Program・Project Management
    • Ibaraki
    • ¥7,500,000~¥9,000,000

    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 act as the key quality interface between Japanese OEM customers and global development teams in Europe, supporting advanced ADAS and electronic system projects from development through mass production.

    You will manage quality-related activities across the product lifecycle, including APQP/PPAP documentation, customer communication, issue management, change management, and coordination with manufacturing sites to ensure successful project delivery and customer satisfaction.

    Details.

  • Production Control Planner - Logistics

    • IT, Software platform
    • Supply Chain Management, Logistics Operation, SCM, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Tochigi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000

    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.

    This position is responsible for production planning or parts ordering at the Tochigi factory. You support the entire supply chain from parts procurement to production planning and finished product delivery, and are also involved in KPI management and business improvement.

    Details.

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