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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  • CAE Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Research & Development, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,000,000~¥12,000,000

    We are one of the world's top five leading automotive parts manufacturers, with strengths in powertrain, driving safety, car body, and CSS.
    Based on its stable foundation, the company is expanding its business domain to the development of cutting-edge technologies such as software. We are always working on the latest technology development, including joint development with Toyota Motor Corporation.

    You will be in charge of building DX technology with CAE at its core and utilizing the built technology to contribute to improving development efficiency and product appeal in the development of our products.
    Areas of application: Fluid, Strength, NV, AI

    Details.

  • Maintenance Engineer (Kyushu)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Fukuoka
    • ¥6,000,000~¥7,500,000

    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.

    In this position, you will be involved in supporting daily production operations, ensure the reliability and efficiency of the equipment and contribute to the improvement of processes within the plant. In this position, you will be involved in supporting daily production operations, ensure the reliability and efficiency of the equipment and contribute to the improvement of processes within the plant.

    Details.

  • Project Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ~¥8,000,000

    A global automotive parts manufacturer headquartered in Germany, MMC supplies suspension, powertrain, and body structure components to OEMs around the world with its strength in lightweight structural technology. By leveraging its advanced technological capabilities and innovation, the company contributes to the improvement of fuel efficiency and environmental performance of automobiles. In Japan, based in Yokohama and Gyoda, we provide integrated support from design and development to mass production.

    As a project engineer, you will lead product development for OEMs.

    Details.

  • Systems Engineer for Occupant Safety

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Research & Development, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥7,000,000~¥11,000,000

    A world renowned tier 1 company focused on the development of occupant safety systems. They lead the way in developing airbags, seat belts, and other Their strong global footprint and logistics chain helps to insure these systems make their way to Their strong global footprint and logistics chain helps to insure these systems make their way to helping people around the world.

    In this role you will contribute to developing safety systems such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheel systems that will actively save lives around the the world.

    Details.

  • Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • IT, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥9,000,000~¥12,000,000

    A global technology company dedicated to the future of safe and sustainable mobility, providing software and hardware solutions primarily for the automotive sector. The company's business focuses on advanced automotive safety systems, connectivity, and electrical architecture, designed and developed for original equipment manufacturers (OEMs). It also leads the industry in data and power distribution capabilities and plays a key role in the design of next-generation vehicle architectures.

    The company operates in more than 77 locations worldwide, with a particular focus on developing solutions for connected cars, sensors and electric vehicles. The company is particularly focused on developing solutions for connected cars, sensors, and electric vehicles. In addition, the company also promotes sustainable initiatives to achieve carbon neutrality.

    The Project Manager position is responsible for business and project execution and their profitability. You will carry out your role as a life cycle owner
    from project estimation to the end of production. The main responsibilities of the project manager are to ensure that products are transferred to mass production on time and with high quality, and to prepare project status reports.

    Project manager is responsible for business and project execution and those profitability.
    S / he acts as the project life cycle owner from quote to the end of production of production; responsible to achieve flawless
    production launches - full ownership to deliver end to end project on time, with quality; consolidates reporting on project statuses. consolidates reporting on project statuses.

    Details.

  • Project Manager for Telematics

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Electronics, Program・Project Management, Program・Project Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥10,000,000~¥12,500,000

    Their experienced team specializes in designing, producing, and selling components, integrated systems, modules, and services to automakers and the aftermarket. With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the With more than 100,000 employees across more than 30 countries, the company operates almost 200 plants, 20 research centers, 39 development centers with reported sales of €19.1 billion.

    The company offers a broad range of smart sensors and features that enhance vehicle safety and comfort, including automated parking systems and advanced driving assistance technologies.

    The Project Manager is responsible for overseeing the successful completion of telematics projects, ensuring performance objectives related to quality, cost, delivery, and customer satisfaction. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing project budgets, and This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing project budgets, and maintaining strong client relationships.

    Details.

  • Sales Engineer for Aerospace

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,800,000~¥8,000,000

    A world leader in sealing suppliers, they operate across a variety of industries ranging from aerospace to automotive. countries and continues to grow and expand their market-share in the sealing products they develop.

    In this position you will develop and sell sealing solutions and products from a wide range of technical products including hydraulics, pneumatics seals , and bearings. Your work with this industry leader will help you to grow and develop your ability to develop new customers, acquire new projects, and Your work with this industry leader will help you to grow and develop your ability to develop new customers, acquire new projects, and manage existing customers for a global company.

    Details.

  • Sales Engineer for Global Leader in Sealing Technology

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,800,000~¥7,000,000

    A world leader in sealing suppliers, they operate across a variety of industries ranging from aerospace to automotive. countries and continues to grow and expand their market-share in the sealing products they develop.

    In this position you will develop and sell sealing solutions and products from a wide range of technical products including hydraulics, pneumatics seals , and bearings. Your work with this industry leader will help you to grow and develop your ability to develop new customers, acquire new projects, and Your work with this industry leader will help you to grow and develop your ability to develop new customers, acquire new projects, and manage existing customers for a global company.

    Details.

  • Application Engineer for Global Leader in Sealing Technology

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥4,800,000~¥7,500,000

    A world leader in sealing suppliers, they operate across a variety of industries ranging from aerospace to automotive. countries and continues to grow and expand their market-share in the sealing products they develop.

    In this role you will introduce customers to the technical capabilities of the company. You will use your strong technical knowledge not only for the customers but also to support the sales team and develop potential solutions for complex customer requirements. Your work will help you develop an expert understanding of the market and technical backgrounds of industry leading products.

    Details.

  • Technical Production

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Niigata, Fukushima, Gifu, Aichi
    • ¥3,200,000~¥9,700,000

    Since its establishment, the company has expanded its business in several fields such as electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, based on its core proprietary ceramic material technology. In particular, we have one of the largest global market shares in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity, and have achieved stable business growth against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. We continue to provide differentiated products to the global market on the strength of our manufacturing technology and quality assurance system, which are difficult for our competitors to replicate.

    We also focus on making it easy for employees to work, and have established a free time system, a company dormitory system, and a stock ownership plan. In recent years, the company has ranked high in the rankings of listed companies and is also attracting attention as a company with "high hourly wages and little overtime work. Backed by a stable management base and technological capabilities, this company offers a work environment conducive to long-term career development.

    This position will be involved in "improvement" and "new implementation".
    The company has high operating profit because of its technical capabilities to meet difficult orders, and it provides a good working environment for its employees.
    We are looking for a long term, stable company to work for.

    Details.

  • Design for Mold In Malaysia / Mold Design for Powder Press (Working in Malaysia)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Mechanical, Mechanical Design
    • Other Overseas
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,000,000

    Since its establishment, the company has expanded its business in several fields such as electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, based on its core proprietary ceramic material technology. In particular, we have one of the largest global market shares in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity, and have achieved stable business growth against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. We continue to provide differentiated products to the global market on the strength of our manufacturing technology and quality assurance system, which are difficult for our competitors to replicate.

    We also focus on making it easy for employees to work, and have established a free time system, a company dormitory system, and a stock ownership plan. In recent years, the company has ranked high in the rankings of listed companies and is also attracting attention as a company with "high hourly wages and little overtime work. Backed by a stable management base and technological capabilities, this is a company that offers a work environment conducive to long-term career development.


    This position will be responsible for mold design and quality and process improvement of manufactured products at the company's Malaysian plant.
    The design content is immediately reflected in the products, so you will be able to check the effects of your work immediately.
    Why don't you make the most of your experience and grow in a global environment?

    Details.

  • Software Project Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Mechanical, QC・QA, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo
    • ¥9,000,000~¥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-grade quality sound, smart connectivity, and telematics solutions, particularly for automotive, consumer, and enterprise markets. Their focus includes enhancing in-vehicle experiences through high-grade sound, smart connectivity, and software-driven solutions, making them a key player in the automotive and consumer electronics industries.

    The Software Project Engineer for the Connectivity team to develop cutting-edge software solutions for the automotive industry, focuses on telematics This role will involve leading software development, collaborating with global teams, and driving successful program execution for innovative innovative program execution. This role will involve leading software development, collaborating with global teams, and driving successful program execution for innovative This role will involve leading software development, collaborating with global teams, and driving successful program execution for innovative automotive technologies like Telematics, 5G, and V2X.

    Details.

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