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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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Lead Antenna Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Research & Development, Research & Development
- Kanagawa
- ¥5,000,000~¥9,000,000
The company is a subsidiary of a global leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative electronic solutions. It specializes in connectors, interconnect systems, and other electronic components used across various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. The focus is on providing high-quality products and advanced technologies to meet the evolving needs of the local market. Committed to sustainability, the company prioritizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. Known for its technical expertise, strong local presence, and collaborative approach, the company works closely with customers to drive product innovation and Committed to sustainability, the company priorizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes.
This role leads the technical engagement with Japanese automotive OEMs for Vehicle Antenna Solutions (VAS). The position collaborates closely with sales, product management, and global development teams to support product strategy, gather technical requirements, and propose suitable antenna solutions. The role also serves as a technical liaison between customers and internal engineering teams, ensuring that customer needs and market insights from Japan are reflected in global product development. -
Connector Project Manager
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- Kanagawa
- ¥7,000,000~¥9,000,000
The company is a subsidiary of a global leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative electronic solutions. It specializes in connectors, interconnect systems, and other electronic components used across various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. The focus is on providing high-quality products and advanced technologies to meet the evolving needs of the local market. Committed to sustainability, the company prioritizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. Known for its technical expertise, strong local presence, and collaborative approach, the company works closely with customers to drive product innovation and Committed to sustainability, the company priorizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes.
This role is responsible for leading cross-functional projects related to the development and launch of micro-miniaturized connectors for fast-paced consumer and commercial markets. The Project Manager will coordinate engineering, manufacturing, product management, and other stakeholders to ensure successful new product development and on-time product launch. -
Surface Mount Technology | Backend Process Engineer
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- Mechanical, Production Engineer
- Ibaraki
- ¥6,000,000~¥8,000,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role you will support the transition from prototype to mass production of electronic modules and assemblies. The organization produces complex electronic assemblies used in industrial and technical products. You will manage equipment introduction, optimize production efficiency, and apply engineering know‑how to manufacturing processes. The position is collaborative and analytical, interfacing with design, manufacturing, and supplier teams to enable reliable and efficient production.
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Mobile Product Design Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Kanagawa
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000
The company is a subsidiary of a global leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative electronic solutions. It specializes in connectors, interconnect systems, and other electronic components used across various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. The focus is on providing high-quality products and advanced technologies to meet the evolving needs of the local market. Committed to sustainability, the company prioritizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. Known for its technical expertise, strong local presence, and collaborative approach, the company works closely with customers to drive product innovation and Committed to sustainability, the company priorizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes.
This role focuses on the design and development of micro connectors for the mobile electronics market, including smartphones, tablets, and AR/VR devices. The engineer will be responsible for planning, designing, and developing new connector products based on global customer requirements, while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams and international engineering teams across Japan, Korea, and China. The role also involves supporting prototype development and establishing processes for mass production. -
High Speed Product Design Engineer
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design
- Kanagawa
- ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000
The company is a subsidiary of a global leader in the design and manufacturing of innovative electronic solutions. It specializes in connectors, interconnect systems, and other electronic components used across various industries, including automotive, telecommunications, industrial, medical, and consumer electronics. The focus is on providing high-quality products and advanced technologies to meet the evolving needs of the local market. Committed to sustainability, the company prioritizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes. Known for its technical expertise, strong local presence, and collaborative approach, the company works closely with customers to drive product innovation and Committed to sustainability, the company priorizes environmentally-friendly practices in its manufacturing processes.
This role focuses on the design and development of high-performance connectors, particularly wire-to-board and wire-to-wire connectors for the general electronics market. The engineer will work closely with global engineering, manufacturing, and project teams to develop customer-driven connector solutions while ensuring high-speed signal performance, manufacturability, and product quality. -
R&D System Design Manager/R&D Mechatronic Engineer | R&D System Design Manager/R&D Mechatronic Engineer (Automotive High Voltage Components)
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- Electronics, Research & Development, Research & Development
- Aichi
- ¥6,500,000~¥8,000,000
A global automotive technology supplier develops advanced mobility technologies supporting vehicle electrification, intelligent driving, and next-generation safety systems. The organization collaborates closely with major automotive manufacturers worldwide and operates engineering and development centers across multiple regions.
In Japan, the company maintains R&D facilities dedicated to advanced sensing technologies and intelligent driving systems, supporting global development programs in the field of ADAS and automated driving.
In this role you will focus on the development and technical coordination of next-generation electric heating systems used in electrified vehicles, including high-voltage coolant heaters. You will serve as a technical interface between Japanese OEM customers and global engineering teams, supporting system development, technical discussions, and adaptation of globally developed products to meet Japanese market requirements.
Depending on experience and seniority, the position may involve either a technical project leadership role or an engineering execution role within the development team. -
Software engineer for Access System
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- Electronics, Research & Development, Research & Development
- Kanagawa
- ¥5,500,000~¥9,000,000
It is a global automotive parts supplier with operations in 57 countries, focusing on key industry megatrends such as autonomous driving, electrification, and connectivity, shaping the future of mobility. Founded in 2000 as a joint venture with a major Japanese company, the company has its headquarters and engineering center in Yokohama City to provide development, technology, and products to Japanese customers.
As a software engineer at a leading German automotive parts manufacturer,
you will be responsible for a series of software development processes from design to implementation, validation and integration based on software requirements and architecture.
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Ecosystem Architect
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
- Electronics, Research & Development, Research & Development
- Kanagawa
- ¥7,000,000~¥11,000,000
It is a global automotive parts supplier with operations in 57 countries, focusing on key industry megatrends such as autonomous driving, electrification, and connectivity, shaping the future of mobility. Founded in 2000 as a joint venture with a major Japanese company, the company has its headquarters and engineering center in Yokohama City to provide development, technology, and products to Japanese customers.
This position is to lead discussions on a wide range of complex functional and product portfolios as a trusted partner to customers in the architecture domain.
We go beyond the framework of traditional architectural design and provide technical and practical architectural proposals from the perspective of the entire vehicle and the vehicle ecosystem.
By leveraging the latest solutions in collaboration with diverse stakeholders to prevent setbacks and costly design changes in the development phase, and by presenting optimal functional allocations and configurations from the quotation and proposal stages, we can influence customer decisions and contribute to business expansion.
In addition, it will play a leading role in anticipating market needs by evolving the design approach of "Scalable Functional Architecture" for both SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) and classic architectures from the traditional vehicle domain-centric thinking. The deliverables must be concrete and valuable outputs that can be used by customers in practice and lead to cost reduction. -
Software Development Engineer for Perimeter Monitoring Systems (Camera Control)
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
- Hyogo, Aichi
- ¥4,700,000~¥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)].
By intuitively displaying images of the vehicle's surroundings, we are working to create products that provide safety and security to drivers.
In this position, we welcome those who want to contribute to improving the user experience through camera control technology.
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Research Manager
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- Mechanical, Research & Development
- Tokyo
- ¥7,080,000~¥11,040,000
A Japanese space transportation systems developer and provider of innovative space infrastructure technologies such as rockets and satellites.
We contribute to the development of the space industry by developing world-class, highly reliable products using our cutting-edge design capabilities and spirit of challenge.
We are a company that values a culture in which each employee thinks and acts independently and promotes a highly flexible work style.
This is a position of research manager candidate who plans and promotes research projects for next-generation satellite communications, and is responsible for a wide range of tasks, from technical studies to coordination with related organizations. -
Program Manager for Global Space Venture
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥10,000,000~¥12,000,000
An international satellite development and services company with a very strong manufacturing base. Their work has been critical to making space data accessible to the private market by offering a fixed-rate modular satellite network and mission planning service that is highly competitive in the market. By offering reduced lead times, reliable and total satellite constellation support, and a wide range of satellite weight classes, they have By offering reduced lead times, reliable and total satellite constellation support, and a wide range of satellite weight classes, they have quickly becoming a global team and leader in the space industry.
Help establish the Tokyo branch and lead program management for a variety of satellite programs as the team experiences explosive growth in the Japanese market. Your work will ensure the timely completion and satisfaction of projects related to spacecraft missions. By bridging business and engineering, the west and Japan, and speed with reliability your work will be a critical contribution to one of the most exciting teams in the Japanese space industry. -
Program Manager for Leading Space Venture
- Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
- IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
- Tokyo
- ¥8,000,000~¥11,000,000
Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide.
In this role you will play a critical part of ensuring the success of satellite and spacecraft missions. You will be the key person coordinating milestones, timelines, budgeting, and overall progress of satellite missions. Your ability to analyze, forecast, and prepare for future challenges will be what determines the successful and on-time completion of mission and deliverables.
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