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Mechanical jobs and career trends in the automotive industry
Industry Trends for Mechanical-related Jobs
Digitalization of design work
To meet the increasing complexity of products and the demand for quick delivery and cost reduction, most machines in the automotive industry require design engineers to master not only mechanical engineering but also various digital technologies, including the use of CAD software such as 3D CAD and simulation tools.
Importance of mechatronics engineers
In recent years, IOT, in which automobiles are connected to the Internet, such as automated driving, has been accelerating, and automobiles are becoming increasingly electronic, including connected services. As a result, the demand for mechatronics engineers with knowledge not only in mechanical engineering but also in electronics and computing is increasing.
Automation and Population Intelligence
Efforts are also underway to use artificial intelligence to shorten the design process, and the automotive industry is focusing on AI-based design optimization, automation, and design prediction and improvement.
Job Listings
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Senior Hardware Engineer (Energy Management)
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- Mechanical, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Tokyo
- ¥5,000,000~¥12,000,000
A major automotive supplier of technologies such as lighting, electronics, sensors and autonomous driving systems.
Leads the design and development of automotive electronic hardware systems for energy management products. Serves as the key technical interface for Japanese customers, coordinating with global development teams to ensure alignment on technical requirements, quality, and delivery. -
Resident Engineer (Tokyo)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Tokyo
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,500,000
This global leader in connected technologies specializes in providing premium audio, visual, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. With a strong presence in Japan, the company develops advanced in-car audio systems, connected services, and infotainment solutions, often integrating AI and cloud-based technologies. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a key player in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.
Provide technical interface support for the integration, development, and launch of automotive systems and software. Act as a key liaison with customers, translating market-driven requirements into platform specifications and ensuring successful vehicle program execution. -
Mobility Service Technician|Mobility Service Technician Support
- Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
- Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Sales・Service Engineer, Service Technician
- Tokyo
- ¥4,000,000~¥6,000,000
A company dedicated to helping businesses and public transportation providers transition to electric vehicle (EV) fleets and reduce their carbon footprint. Their mission is to simplify EV adoption by offering comprehensive support, including fleet planning, charging optimization, and energy
With a proven track record in deploying commercial EVs for major logistics and transportation companies, they provide technology-driven By leveraging vehicle and charging data, they enable By leveraging vehicle and charging data, they enable businesses to make smarter, more sustainable mobility decisions.
The front-line engineer is responsible for the installation, inspection, and trouble-shooting of commercial EVs and chargers onsite, and supports stable operation onsite through the selection, procurement, and installation of EV vehicles and chargers, as well as trouble-shooting and inspections after installation. You will also provide technical support for telematics equipment connection and communication, and lead the introduction and operation of next-generation mobility from a technical perspective. -
Production Manager
- IT, Software platform
- Mechanical, Production Engineer, Production Management
- Fukuoka
- ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000
A French automotive technology leader specializing in interior systems, sustainable mobility, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), offering innovative solutions to enhance vehicle efficiency, safety, and user experience. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems.
This role is for a Production Manager at a Kyushu-based plant, responsible for driving operational performance, ensuring production aligns with safety , quality, and customer requirements, and leading continuous improvement initiatives. The position involves managing and developing the production team, coordinating resources, and deploying action plans to improve efficiency while meeting program and organizational objectives. The position involves managing and developing the production team, coordinating resources, and deploying action plans to improve efficiency while meeting program and organizational objectives. -
Quality Assurance Leader
- Manufacturer, Micromobility
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), QC・QA, QC・QA, Electrical & electronic control design
- Hiroshima
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000
We are a mobility-related startup aiming for mass production and social implementation of ultra-compact EVs "one-seater, moped mini-car category. We are promoting a business that redefines "mobility options" by taking on the challenge of minimizing mobility issues and environmental impact in rural areas and building an integrated system from design and manufacturing to sales, after-sales support, and CRM, with mass production scheduled to begin in October 2025.
This role is to design a quality assurance system from scratch at the "initial stage of mass production" and lead the construction and operation of the system. We not only perform inspections, but also "systematize quality" and realize a "reproducible and stable supply". You will work across the board from design, manufacturing, procurement, and customer support to shape the quality foundation of manufacturing.
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Vehicle Body Control Development|Vehicle Body Control Development Leader
- Manufacturer, Micromobility
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
- Tokyo, Hiroshima
- ¥7,000,000~¥10,000,000
We are a mobility startup that aims to mass-produce and implement ultra-compact EVs in the single-seater and moped minicar segments. We take on the challenge of minimizing mobility issues and environmental impact in rural areas, and build everything from design and manufacturing to sales, after-sales support, and CRM. Mass production is scheduled to begin in October 2025, and we are
promoting a business that redefines "mobility options." As a leader in control software development, this is an important role in advancing the development system itself while shaping the behavior of the entire vehicle. In addition to on-site verification and implementation, you will be asked to work with a wide range of discretion as the "core of the control area", such as designing development schedules, building teams, and collaborating with other areas. -
Resident Engineer (Gunma)
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, Field App Engineer・Pre-sales Engineer, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Gunma
- ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000
This global leader in connected technologies specializes in providing premium audio, visual, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. With a strong presence in Japan, the company develops advanced in-car audio systems, connected services, and infotainment solutions, often integrating AI and cloud-based technologies. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-quality sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a key player in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.
This role serves as the key technical interface between the customer and internal teams to support the development, integration, and production launch of automotive electrical and software products. It involves troubleshooting, coordinating change management, and ensuring smooth communication throughout the product lifecycle. It involves troubleshooting, coordinating change management, and ensuring smooth communication throughout the product lifecycle. -
Embedded Software Engineer for Satellites
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Aerospace & Robotics, Electrical & Electronic, Telecommunications, Energy, System Integrator
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development
- Tokyo
- ¥7,000,000~¥11,000,000
A global company which has operated in Japan for more for more than 125 years, they are at the forefront of innovation in a variety of fields including social solutions, space technology, public infrastructure, and more. There team has more than 60,000 domestic members and brings the innovation of Japan to countries all over the world.
In this role you will help to advance new technology and the Japanese space industry as a whole by developing cutting-edge embedded software for spacecraft. Your designs will affect digital equipment, satellited, on-board computers, and cover a wide range of unique technologies and Your designs will affect digital equipment, satellited, on-board computers, and cover a wide range of unique technologies and developments with embedded software and FPGAs. -
Biometrics R&D positions (biometrics, image sensing, image recognition)
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Aerospace & Robotics, Electrical & Electronic, Telecommunications, Energy, System Integrator
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development
- Kanagawa
- ¥9,300,000~¥12,000,000
A global company which has operated in Japan for more for more than 125 years, they are at the forefront of innovation in a variety of fields including social solutions, space technology, public infrastructure, and more. There team has more than 60,000 domestic members and brings the innovation of Japan to countries all over the world.
We will contribute to the realization of a safe and secure society through research and development of biometrics and medical healthcare utilizing our knowledge of biometrics.
The research group will expand the application scenarios of biometric authentication and promote the recognition of images and other objects related to "people" and the enhancement of video recognition from the viewpoint of sensing related to these objects.
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Satellite Component Design Engineer
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- Mechanical, Research & Development, Mechanical Design
- Miyagi
- ¥4,000,000~¥8,000,000
The company is a startup in the growth phase as a cutting-edge technology company from Japan, and is challenging new possibilities in space development. The company aims to develop innovative technologies for on-orbit services and the construction of next-generation space infrastructure, and to deliver value that cannot be realized on the ground to a variety of industries. In the rapidly globalizing space business, the company's mission is to create new usage models while strengthening cooperation with research institutions, companies, and governments, and to transform space into a more familiar field.
For those who want to be exposed to cutting-edge technology and engage in future-oriented projects in a fast-paced environment, the company provides an environment full of challenges and opportunities for growth. As a colleague who will shape the next generation of the space industry together, we welcome people with diverse backgrounds.
You will be involved in research and development related to the structure and mechanism of spacecraft, such as satellites and atmospheric entry systems, and their onboard components.
You will be engaged in research and development of structures and mechanisms for spacecraft such as artificial satellites and atmospheric re-entry You will be engaged in research and development of structures and mechanisms for spacecraft such as artificial satellites and atmospheric re-entry systems, as well as their onboard components. -
Plant Quality Manager
- IT, Software platform
- Mechanical, QC・QA
- Fukuoka
- ¥8,000,000~¥11,000,000
A French automotive technology leader specializing in interior systems, sustainable mobility, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), offering innovative solutions to enhance vehicle efficiency, safety, and user experience. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems.
The Plant Quality Manager ensures all plant activities meet company system standards and customer quality expectations. strategy, compliance, team development, and cross-functional coordination to drive continuous improvement. -
Plant Supplier Quality
- IT, Software platform
- Mechanical, QC・QA
- Fukuoka
- ¥6,000,000~¥8,000,000
A French automotive technology leader specializing in interior systems, sustainable mobility, and advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS), offering innovative solutions to enhance vehicle efficiency, safety, and user experience. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems. With a focus on areas like seating, interior components, and zero-emissions technologies, they partner with global automakers to drive advancements in sustainable and connected automotive systems.
This role is responsible for managing supplier-related quality issues and ensuring timely resolution through coordination, audits, and corrective actions. It also involves overseeing inspection processes, chargebacks, and supplier or part changes during serial production.
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