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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  • Sales Engineer Manager (Original Title - Drive the Shift Manager)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥11,500,000

    The company is a global leader in sustainable transportation solutions, providing high-quality commercial vehicles and services. The company has a strong presence in the Japanese market, offering innovative solutions that promote efficiency and sustainability in the transportation and logistics industry.

    The company is a global leader in sustainable transport solutions, specializing in premium commercial vehicles and services. Japan, it offers innovative solutions to drive efficiency and sustainability across the transportation and logistics sectors.

    This position plays a vital role in promoting sustainable transportation solutions and making solution sales easier while embodying the company's goals both internally and externally.
    By streamlining daily operations, decision-making, and collaboration with stakeholders, we accelerate value creation and transformation in local business, expand sustainable transportation initiatives, and contribute to increased sales.
    This position also includes not only executing operations with an entrepreneurial spirit, but also planning and executing sustainability and sales support strategies aimed at enhancing business and customer value from both short- and medium-to-long-term perspectives.

    This role plays a key part in representing the company's objectives, driving sustainable transport solutions and making solution sales easy.
    Expand our sustainable transport journey and accelerate sales by streamlining daily operations, decision making and collaboration with stakeholders to accelerate value creation and transformation in the local business.
    Beyond executing operational tasks with entrepreneur skills the role also includes the development and execution of the sustainability and sales support strategy to bring business value and customer value both in short and long-term perspective.

    Details.

  • Customer Support Engineer | Customer Support Engineer (No experience required)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Hokkaido, Toyama, Yamagata, Chiba, Iwate, Ibaraki, Kumamoto, Tokyo, Oita, Ishikawa, Mie, Kyoto, Hiroshima, Nagasaki
    • ¥4,200,000~¥5,500,000

    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 provide an environment where we can contribute to our customers' success through problem-solving while engaging with cutting-edge technological innovations and advanced customer needs.
    In 2022, we became the world's No.1 sales manufacturer of semiconductor manufacturing equipment, making us a leading company in the growing semiconductor industry where you can further develop your skills and experience.

    At the factories of partner semiconductor manufacturers, you will be responsible for regular maintenance, inspections, and troubleshooting of our equipment.
    Their main duties include regular inspections and maintenance services. There are various tasks, ranging from simple parts replacement that can be handled by one person to defects handled by about three engineers.
    The presence of customer support engineers who support the stable operation of equipment is crucial. You can work with high motivation, feeling relied upon by your customers.

    Details.

  • Hardware Engineer (Future Leader Track) | Drone Aircraft Development Engineer (Next-Generation Leader Candidate)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Mechanical, Research & Development, Mechanical Design
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,500,000~¥8,000,000

    We are a technology company focused on researching and providing unmanned aerial systems for industrial applications and operational management platforms for low-altitude areas.
    We have extensive implementation experience across diverse sites such as surveying, equipment inspection, and agricultural support, and our management technologies have been adopted for standard operations in multiple regions.
    In recent years, we have expanded our business by establishing corporations overseas and conducting large-scale fundraising, and we have continued to participate in public-private projects. Aiming to create a new low-altitude mobility industry that integrates hardware, software, and operational integration platforms, we are promoting the construction of a global platform.

    As a hardware engineer responsible for designing and developing unmanned aerial systems for industrial applications, you will be involved in the advancement of existing products and the development of new ones.
    We are involved in the entire process—from concept design to prototyping and on-site verification, to mass production design—spanning mechanical, electric, and embedded fields, driving product development with a global market in mind.
    In the future, this position is expected to play an active role as a core leader of the development team and as a candidate for executive roles related to product strategy and business growth.

    Details.

  • Automation & Production Technology Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Mechanical, Production Engineer
    • Ibaraki
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    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 lead the design, programming, commissioning, and continuous improvement of automated production lines, robotics systems, and manufacturing automation technologies.

    You will work closely with R&D, manufacturing, quality, and external suppliers from the product development stage through mass production, ensuring new manufacturing systems are efficient, scalable, safe, and fully integrated into factory digitalization platforms.

    Details.

  • Development of thermal model-based power training units

    • IT, Software platform
    • Mechanical, Research & Development
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,100,000~¥11,400,000

    With strengths in powertrain, driving safety, body technology, and CSS, we are among the world's top five major automotive parts manufacturers.
    Based on a stable foundation, we are expanding our business areas into cutting-edge technology development such as software. We also conduct joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation, constantly working on the latest technological developments.

    You will mainly be responsible for developing thermal model-based electric units such as PHEV/HEV and eAxle.

    Details.

  • Sensor fusion development for entry-level products

    • IT, Software platform
    • Mechanical, Research & Development
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,100,000~¥11,400,000

    With strengths in powertrain, driving safety, body technology, and CSS, we are among the world's top five major automotive parts manufacturers.
    Based on a stable foundation, we are expanding our business areas into cutting-edge technology development such as software. We also conduct joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation, constantly working on the latest technological developments.

    For sensor fusion development based on the integration of multiple sensors (UWB/camera/millimeter wave) in entry-level products, you will be responsible for developing simulation technologies utilizing CAE, electromagnetic field analysis, and radio wave propagation analysis.

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  • Development of sensor devices for infant abandonment detection sensors (Aichi)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Mechanical, Research & Development
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,100,000~¥11,400,000

    With strengths in powertrain, driving safety, body technology, and CSS, we are among the world's top five major automotive parts manufacturers.
    Based on a stable foundation, we are expanding our business areas into cutting-edge technology development such as software. We also conduct joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation, constantly working on the latest technological developments.

    You will be responsible for mass production design and reliability of sensor systems using millimeter-wave radar, as well as detailed development in collaboration with the production process.

    Details.

  • Project Manager (Earth observation satellites, scientific satellites, space probes)

    • Energy & Infrastructure, Energy
    • Mechanical, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥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.

    This is a project manager position responsible for overseeing quality, cost, and scheduling of development projects for Earth observation satellites, scientific satellites, and probes, while also handling project formation and proposal activities for clients and government agencies.

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  • System Engineer (Earth observation satellites, scientific satellites, space probes)

    • Energy & Infrastructure, Energy
    • Mechanical, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,500,000~¥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.

    This is a system engineer position overseeing the entire development process, responsible for requirements analysis, system design, technical coordination, testing and evaluation, and operational support in the development of Earth observation satellites, scientific satellites, and space probes.

    Details.

  • Field Service Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer, FAE
    • Hokkaido, Mie, Hiroshima, Tochigi, Iwate
    • ¥5,000,000~¥9,000,000

    A leading global semiconductor equipment manufacturer headquartered in the United States, the company specializes in advanced wafer fabrication technologies and holds a top market share in key process segments such as etching. It supports major semiconductor manufacturers worldwide through a strong network of global operations across Asia, Europe, and North America. Known for its cutting-edge innovation and collaborative, multicultural work environment, the company delivers high-performance solutions while fostering continuous learning, technical excellence, and cross-border teamwork.

    As a Field Service Engineer, you will be responsible for supporting deposition equipment at customer sites, including system startup, process validation, and performance optimization. You will troubleshoot manufacturing and equipment issues through data analysis, driving yield improvement and ensuring stable production operations. In this role, you will also collaborate with global engineering teams to support next-generation equipment development while delivering technical demonstrations and customized solutions to meet customer requirements in high-volume semiconductor manufacturing environments.

    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.

  • 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.

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