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.

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  • ADAS Parking System Technical Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,800,000~¥8,500,000

    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 is a project manager responsible for customer engagement and global team collaboration in developing automated parking assistance systems.

    Details.

  • Mass Production Planning & Equipment Development

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Osaka
    • ¥12,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company is a global leader in factory automation and sensing technologies, providing a wide range of innovative products such as sensors, measuring instruments, vision systems, and microscopes. Headquartered in Japan and operating in numerous countries worldwide, it is known for its strong direct sales approach and commitment to delivering high-value technical solutions that support manufacturing productivity and quality improvement. The organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and quality improvement. organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and customer-centric problem solving, enabling clients across various industries to optimize their processes with cutting-edge automation and inspection technologies.

    You will be involved in the initial study, specification study, technical development, and mass production launch of automation equipment as a person in charge of production equipment development.

    Details.

  • Circuit/System Development

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Machinery, Equipment
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Development, Research & Development
    • Tokyo, Osaka
    • ¥12,000,000~¥20,000,000

    This company is a global leader in factory automation and sensing technologies, providing a wide range of innovative products such as sensors, measuring instruments, vision systems, and microscopes. Headquartered in Japan and operating in numerous countries worldwide, it is known for its strong direct sales approach and commitment to delivering high-value technical solutions that support manufacturing productivity and quality improvement. The organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and quality improvement. organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and customer-centric problem solving, enabling clients across various industries to optimize their processes with cutting-edge automation and inspection technologies.

    You will participate in the development of circuits/systems for new products, about 70% of which are "world firsts" or "industry firsts".
    The main role is to add value to the product from the circuit and system aspects, and to develop products that solve problems based on a good understanding of the customer's actual situation.
    You will discuss with product planning and sales staff, and propose and realize optimal functions, performance and configuration of products in cooperation with "optical structure" and "software staff".
    The identification and establishment of components, technologies, and devices is a particularly important task because it is directly related to the added value of the product.

    Details.

  • Sales Representative (no electronics experience)

    • OTHERS, Trading
    • Mechanical, Electrical & electronic control design, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥5,200,000~¥6,900,000

    Hardware BusinessWe are a general electronics trading company that provides automotive parts manufacturers with a series of solutions for all kinds of electronic device products, including semiconductors and printed circuit boards, from planning, design and development to manufacturing, logistics, and quality control. We handle semiconductors and electronic components in a major general trading company group.
    Since we are under the watchful eye of major companies, we have contracts with 9 major companies and can be involved in major projects.
    We also have a support system that utilizes new technologies and partner networks in areas such as electrification, automated driving/ADAS, next-generation cockpits, and connectivity.
    We are developing a wide range of businesses that go beyond the traditional trading company function of purchasing and selling products.


    A major general trading company group, we are a core member of the group as a general electronics trading company handling semiconductors and electronic components.
    We have global sales channels and have concluded distributor agreements with 10 of the world's top 20 semiconductor manufacturers.
    We offer an environment where you can grow as a sales person by proposing products to a wide range of customers and listening to their needs.
    In addition to semiconductors and electronic components, we can also be involved in a wide range of business activities such as proposing "modules" by combining them, systems, platforms, and services.
    We have an environment where you can challenge overseas in the future, so you can engage in work to improve your skills with peace of mind under a stable foundation.

    Details.

  • Brake System Development Technical Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Program・Project Management, Research & Development, Research & Development, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,000,000~¥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.

    As Technical Project Manager for brake and vehicle motion control systems for electric vehicles, I serve as the technical contact point for customers, leading the global development team and driving product development.

    Details.

  • Hardware Project Manager

    • Logistics & Transportation, Transportation, Trafic
    • Mechanical, Production Management, Research & Development, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,000,000~¥12,000,000

    A startup company that provides electric kickboard and electric bicycle sharing services with the aim of popularizing micromobility.
    Stations are set up mainly in urban areas, and a system is being developed to make short-distance travel easier and more efficient.
    Easily accessible via a dedicated app, it is attracting attention as a sustainable means of transportation.
    We are developing sustainable mobility services that reduce environmental impact and include solutions to urban transportation issues as well as rural transportation issues.

    As a hardware project manager, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks including business terms negotiation, product development management, production import schedule management, cost management, and market quality management.

    Details.

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