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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  • Manufacturing Test Equipment Development Engineer

    • IT, Software platform
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Saitama
    • ¥5,500,000~¥7,500,000

    Our company is one of the top domestic companies in car navigation technology. With a long history and stable foundation, we are also challenging ourselves to keep pace with the times. For individual customers, we mainly manufacture and sell in-vehicle equipment such as car navigation systems, car audio, and dashcams. For corporate customers, we focus on mobility solution services. In addition to our own brands, we also supply car navigation systems as OEM to genuine car navigation systems for automakers. Since 2020, we have partnered with major automotive parts manufacturers to develop integrated cockpits compatible with next-generation automotive cases.

    This position is responsible for developing inspection equipment that supports mass production of IVI (In-Vehicle Infotainment) products such as car navigation systems, display audio, and communication drive recorders.

    We are consistently involved in everything from conceptualizing inspection equipment tailored to each product, designing electrical circuits and embedded software, introducing equipment, launching mass production, and stabilizing production.

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  • Engineer, Facilities Construction – Mechanical

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Mechanical, Mechanical Design
    • Hiroshima
    • ¥5,000,000~¥9,500,000

    This company is a global leader in semiconductor memory, specializing in the research, development, manufacturing, and sale of advanced memory technologies used in a wide range of products such as smartphones, data centers, automotive systems, and industrial applications. With a strong focus on innovation and engineering excellence, the organization plays a critical role in enabling technologies like artificial intelligence, cloud computing, and the Internet of Things. It operates within a highly collaborative and international environment, combining cutting-edge technical expertise with a strong emphasis on operational efficiency and talent development. The company is also known for fostering a performance-driven culture while maintaining a supportive workplace that values continuous learning, diversity, and employee growth.

    As a Mechanical Facilities Engineering Lead, you will provide technical leadership for the design, construction, commissioning, and optimization of critical mechanical infrastructure systems supporting Micron's semiconductor manufacturing operations in Japan. You will lead the delivery of major utility systems, including Process Cooling Water (PCW), Cooling Tower Water (CTW), HVAC, exhaust, and thermal management systems, working closely with facilities teams, design consultants, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure projects are executed safely, on schedule, and within budget. You will be responsible for load calculations, equipment sizing, energy modeling, design reviews, and system validation while ensuring compliance with Japanese building codes, JIS standards, and safety regulations. Additionally, you will oversee commissioning, balancing, and performance verification activities, drive reliability and energy-efficiency improvements, and support continuous optimization initiatives to enhance facility performance and operational sustainability.

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  • Installation Engineer (iTeam) | Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Startup Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Hokkaido, Toyama, Yamagata, Chiba, Iwate, Aichi, Osaka, Ibaraki, Kumamoto, Kanagawa, Tokyo, Oita, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Nagano, Nagasaki
    • ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000

    This is the Japanese subsidiary of a global semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturer founded in the United States.
    We are world-class in terms of sales, business scale, and market share.
    We have an environment where we can contribute to our customers' success by addressing cutting-edge technological innovations and advanced customer needs, while solving challenges.
    In 2022, we achieved the world's No.1 sales position as a semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturer, becoming a leading company in the growing semiconductor industry, where you can further develop your skills and experience.

    An iTeam position where you travel long-term to customer semiconductor factories throughout Japan or overseas, responsible for assembly, adjustment, and startup of semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Each project takes about 1.5~2.5 months, covering everything from equipment installation, connection, adjustment, parameter setting, to stable operation. After the startup is completed, maintenance is handed over to customer engineers.

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  • Installation Engineer | Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment Startup Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Kumamoto, Kanagawa, Oita, Toyama, Fukushima, Yamagata, Saga, Mie, Hiroshima, Nagasaki, Iwate
    • ¥5,000,000~¥6,000,000

    We are a global technology leader providing cutting-edge process control solutions for the semiconductor industry. Through industry-leading inspection, measurement, and data analysis technologies, we support leading semiconductor manufacturers worldwide in improving yield, productivity, and technological innovation.
    With the spread of AI, data centers, autonomous driving, and IoT, semiconductor manufacturing processes are becoming increasingly sophisticated. We play a crucial role in supporting the quality and reliability of next-generation semiconductors and support global technological evolution. With a global business foundation and an innovative corporate culture, we provide an environment where you can collaborate with leading customers in the industry while engaging with cutting-edge technologies.

    Field engineer responsible for launching new semiconductor manufacturing equipment. You travel to customer factories both in Japan and abroad, handling assembly, connection, adjustment, and commissioning after equipment is delivered. After launch, you hand over to the customer support department and provide performance feedback after operation to overseas engineers.

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  • Mechanical Engineer | Mechanical Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
    • Mechanical, Mechanical Design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥12,000,000~¥15,000,000

    This is the Japanese subsidiary of a global semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturer founded in the United States.
    We boast world-class sales, business scale, and market share.
    We have an environment where we can contribute to customer success by addressing cutting-edge technological innovations and advanced customer needs, while solving challenges.
    In 2022, we became the world's No.1 sales supplier as a semiconductor manufacturing equipment manufacturer, making us a leading company in the growing semiconductor industry where you can further develop your skills and experience.

    A mechanical engineer responsible for new mechanical design, design changes (Retrofit), and troubleshooting for semiconductor manufacturing equipment. Leads broadly from equipment development to mass production by collaborating with electrical, software, manufacturing departments and external design vendors. In the future, management of mechanical design teams is also expected.

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  • EV & Powertrain Development Project Manager | EV ‣ Powertrain Development Project Promotion

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥4,500,000~¥9,500,000

    It is one of Japan's leading major automobile manufacturers. It operates mainly in the development, production, and sales of automobiles and related parts, both domestically and internationally. It has strengths in SUVs, pickup trucks, electric vehicles, and plug-in hybrid vehicles, and has a broad sales record in global markets.
    The company is advancing technology development aimed at solving social issues through mobility and realizing a sustainable society. In addition to electrification, advanced safety technologies, and connected technologies, it is also engaged in research and demonstration in next-generation mobility fields.

    You will be responsible for promoting EV and powertrain development projects and improving the quality of project development.

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  • AD/ADAS System Human-Machine Interface (HMI) Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    As an HMI (Human Machine Interface) development engineer supporting user experiences in autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), this position is responsible for displaying and designing driver assistance functions using meter displays and vehicle switches. Active in ADAS, HMI, systems engineering, MBSE, in-vehicle software, functional design, and system verification, developing highly safe and convenient user interfaces for the global market. Involved broadly from requirements definition to simulation and vehicle verification, this is a crucial role in creating safe and intuitive driving experiences for next-generation mobility.

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  • ADAS System Performance Design and Vehicle Application Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,800,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    As a system development engineer for autonomous driving (AD) and advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), this position covers a wide range of responsibilities including system design, vehicle fitting, functional safety, control development, and HMI design. While active in areas such as ADAS, system design, in-vehicle software, functional safety, control compliance, vehicle development, simulation, and verification, I promote the development of next-generation driver assistance systems tailored to market and vehicle model requirements. I am consistently involved from design to actual vehicle evaluation, contributing to the realization of a safe and comfortable mobility experience, making this position rich in technological expansion and growth opportunities.

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  • Mechatronics Systems & Services Development

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,100,000~¥7,600,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This is a mechatronics system development position that creates new vehicle value in the next-generation SDV era. Responsible for everything from planning and development to market launch of advanced features used daily by customers, such as smartphone keys, power seats, power back doors, and lighting systems. This is a highly rewarding position where you can turn innovative ideas into reality from both hardware and software perspectives and create personalized future mobility experiences.

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  • HMI Display Component Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,090,000~¥7,560,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    As an HMI display development engineer supporting the evolution of next-generation SDVs (Software Defined Vehicles), you will be responsible for everything from strategic planning to design and development of next-generation HMI components such as meters, head-up displays (HUDs), and large center displays. Leveraging expertise in HMI, display development, HUD, in-vehicle electronic systems, UX, and connected car fields, you will collaborate with global development teams and suppliers to shape future mobility experiences. You play a significant role with influence and fulfillment, directly contributing to the value creation of automotive displays that customers encounter daily.

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  • Infotainment System Head Unit Design Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Electronics, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,810,000~¥7,560,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This position leads the development of head units for in-vehicle infotainment systems (IVI) that support the next-generation SDV (Software Defined Vehicle) era. Leveraging advanced technologies such as connected cars, IVI, Android/Linux platforms, OTAs, and in-vehicle electronic systems, you will contribute to realizing next-generation user experiences including navigation, smartphone connectivity, and cloud services. By collaborating with global development teams and Tier 1 suppliers, you will be responsible for a wide range of tasks from system architecture design to project management, making this a highly influential position that shapes future mobility services.

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  • Powertrain Control System Technology Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Mechanical, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft), Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥7,800,000

    This company is a global technology leader driving major innovation in the rapidly evolving mobility industry. With active development across electrification, autonomous systems, connected services, and software‑defined mobility, the organization is advancing large‑scale digital transformation on a worldwide scale. Employees work in a diverse, international environment where they can take on meaningful responsibility, collaborate across regions, and contribute directly to next‑generation mobility solutions.

    This is an engineer position involved in developing powertrain control systems that support next-generation mobility.

    You will be responsible for developing energy management, thermal management, and vehicle integrated control software for a wide range of powertrains, including EVs, e-POWER, engine vehicles, and 4WD systems. Through the development of control systems that form the foundation of advanced technologies such as e-Pedal, e-4ORCE, and ProPILOT, you will contribute to improving driving performance, comfort, efficiency, and safety.

    Additionally, I am broadly involved in model-based development (MBD) using MATLAB/Simulink, HIL simulation, and actual vehicle evaluation, collaborating with global development teams to create future vehicle control technologies.

    Details.

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