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Trends in Semiconductor Jobs and Career Opportunities in the Automotive Industry
Industry Trends in Semiconductor Related Jobs
market scale
The semiconductor market is estimated to be worth about $1 trillion in 2030, 1.8 times the $556 billion in 2021. In particular, demand for semiconductors for automobiles and electric vehicles is expected to grow rapidly, from $69 billion in 2021 to $170 billion, about 2.5 times higher. (Citation: Federation of the German Electrical and Electronic Industries)
Increased demand
The semiconductor industry is in demand along with the rapid growth of smartphones, automobiles, cloud computing, and artificial intelligence. As a result, many companies are seeking talent to develop and expand new products.
Introduction of Artificial Intelligence and Automation
The semiconductor industry is also increasingly adopting artificial intelligence and automation, increasing the demand for engineers and programmers who can automate manufacturing and testing processes.
Importance of expertise
Semiconductor manufacturing technology is becoming more sophisticated, increasing the demand for specialized knowledge and experience for engineers and researchers. In particular, there is a need for personnel with expertise in areas such as manufacturing processes, design, and materials science.
Intensifying global competition
The global semiconductor market is becoming increasingly competitive, and multinational companies are seeking top-class professionals to enter new markets. In particular, Asian companies such as Taiwan and South Korea are on the rise, and Japan is rapidly strengthening its semiconductor sector, but is struggling.
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Semiconductor Device & Process Engineer | Device and Process Development for Automotive Analog / Power Semiconductors
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- Semiconductor, Research & Development, Production Engineer
- Aichi
- ¥5,500,000~¥11,000,000
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)].
You will be responsible for device and process development for automotive analog and power semiconductors. -
Customer Quality Engineer (CQE) | CQE in charge of semiconductor products
- OTHERS, Trading
- Electronics, QC・QA, QC・QA
- Aichi
- ¥6,000,000~¥8,900,000
Hardware Business: We are a comprehensive electronics trading company that provides a comprehensive range of solutions to automotive parts manufacturers, covering everything from planning and design and development, manufacturing, logistics, to quality control, for all kinds of electronic device products such as semiconductors and printed circuit boards. A major general trading group handling semiconductors and electronic components.
Since we are under the supervision of major companies, we have contracts with nine major companies, allowing us to work on major projects.
We also have a support system utilizing new technologies and partner networks in fields such as electrification, autonomous driving/ADAS, next-generation cockpits, and connected systems, enabling
us to develop a wide range of businesses that go beyond the traditional functions of a trading company that purchases and sells products.
Responsible for handling quality issues related to semiconductors and electronic components after mass production. Acts as a bridge between customers, sales departments, and suppliers, promoting troubleshooting and quality improvement activities. They are also responsible for quality support during the introduction of new parts and supplier audits. -
Development Engineer for Electric Power Train System/Control
- Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
- Semiconductor, Research & Development
- Tokyo, Aichi
- ¥5,500,000~¥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)].
To meet the rapidly growing demand for electrification with core technologies and realize the future mobility society, we provide electric power train systems with motors and inverters as main products to globally active automakers.
Going forward, the demand for advanced functionality and performance in electric power train systems will continue to grow globally.
We are seeking engineers who will hone their system and control design skills through development projects requiring advanced electric technologies, and take on the challenge of building the future mobility society. -
Application Engineer | Application Engineer (No Experience Required, Second New Graduate Acceptable)
- Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
- Semiconductor, FAE
- Kumamoto, Kanagawa, Mie, Hiroshima
- ¥6,500,000~¥8,500,000
It is 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. It plays a crucial role in supporting the quality and reliability of next-generation semiconductors and drives global technological evolution. With a global business foundation and an innovative corporate culture, we provide an environment where you can collaborate with leading industry clients while engaging with cutting-edge technology.
Depending on the project you are assigned, you will listen to the operating status of customers' equipment and be responsible for data analysis, adjustment, and demonstration of new equipment to better meet customer needs. -
Quality & Technical Support
- Semiconductor, QC・QA, FAE
- Tokyo
- ¥8,800,000~¥11,000,000
We are a prime listed trading company that handles electronic components for the world's top-class Korean semiconductor manufacturers.
It is a manufacturer-affiliated trading company that sells semiconductors and electronic components to manufacturers in Japan and overseas, and is still expanding its business nearly 30 years after its establishment, strengthening its function as a "solution provider" that stands between suppliers and customers and provides consistent service functions from product design and development to implementation. The company is strengthening its function as a "solution provider" that stands between suppliers and customers and provides integrated service functions from product design/development to implementation.
We are aiming to further expand our business by expanding and deepening our server, storage, and in-vehicle businesses and aggressively launching new businesses, and we are looking for people who can work with us as part of this expansion.
This job supports sales activities by responding to quality and technical issues from suppliers and customers to expand sales of memory (DRAM, NAND flash) products for electrical and electronic applications (PC/Server/Automotive/Mobile/Consumer/Industrial/Others). -
Field Process Manager
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- Semiconductor, Research & Development, Production Engineer, Production Management, QC・QA
- Hokkaido
- ¥15,000,000~¥22,000,000
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 an Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of field engineers and technical specialists to support advanced semiconductor equipment and processes across the customer lifecycle. You will oversee troubleshooting and resolution of complex electro‑mechanical, software, and system-level issues, ensuring high performance, reliability, and uptime in customer operations . In this role, you will drive etch process development and optimization for next‑generation logic technologies (2nm and beyond), supporting tool installations, qualification, and production ramp activities. You will collaborate closely with global engineering teams and customers, acting as a key technical liaison to identify challenges, implement solutions, and deliver continuous improvements in yield, productivity, and process performance, while developing talent and ensuring team readiness for evolving technologies. -
Process Engineer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- Semiconductor, Research & Development, Production Engineer, Production Management, QC・QA
- Kanagawa, Hiroshima, Aichi
- ¥5,500,000~¥15,000,000
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 Process Engineer, you will be responsible for developing and optimizing advanced cryogenic etch processes for ultra‑high aspect ratio features in next‑generation 3D NAND devices. You will evaluate new etch chambers, hardware configurations, and gas chemistries to improve critical performance metrics such as profile control, CD uniformity, selectivity, and defect reduction. In this role, you will remotely operate Fremont-based demo tools from Japan, analyzing experimental data and driving rapid process iteration. You will also collaborate closely with global process and hardware engineering teams to deepen understanding of plasma behavior, etch mechanisms, and hardware design, while supporting customer development activities and delivering technical insights and presentations that enable innovative semiconductor manufacturing solutions. -
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. -
Manufacturing Process Engineer
- Manufacturer, Semiconductor
- Semiconductor, Production Engineer
- Ibaraki
- ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000
A global semiconductor company headquartered in the United States, known for designing and manufacturing analog and embedded processing chips used across automotive, industrial, and consumer electronics applications. It focuses on converting real-world signals like sound, temperature, and power into digital data, and its components are widely used in everything from vehicles and factory systems to everyday electronic devices.
As a manufacturing process engineer at a semiconductor front-end manufacturing plant, you will improve processes to enhance quality, yield, production efficiency, and reduce costs. Through experimental evaluation and data analysis (such as SPC), we identify the causes of issues and promote optimization of equipment and process conditions. Additionally, you will lead reporting and improvement activities in collaboration with the design and development departments. -
Customer Engineer Manager
- Manufacturer, Machinery, Equipment
- Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer, FAE
- Hokkaido, Mie, Hiroshima, Iwate
- ¥8,000,000~¥12,000,000
The company is the Japanese subsidiary of a semiconductor equipment manufacturer founded in the USA.
It is among the world's top in revenue, scale, and market share.
Their environment offers opportunities to experience technological innovation, cutting-edge customer demands, problem-solving, and contributing to customer success. Their environment offers opportunities to experience technological innovation, cutting-edge customer demands, problem-solving, and contributing to customer success.
Ranked No. 1 in global semiconductor equipment sales in 2022, it provides a chance to leverage skills in a growing industry with the market leader.
Manages professional employees (jobs that typically fall on the B/E band) and/or supervisors. Adapts business unit, department, site or sub-function plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Adapts business unit, department, site or sub-function plans and priorities to address resource and operational challenges. Decisions are guided by policies, procedures and business unit, department or sub-function plan; receives guidance from manager. Provides technical guidance to employees, colleagues and/or customers.
You will be responsible for managing the customer engineer team in your assigned region and building strong relationships with customers. As the head of the service site, you will be accountable for the team's achievements and lead overall site operations, including talent development, resource and cost management, and coordination of technical support.
We promote improvements in service quality and customer satisfaction in line with our business plans, and support the achievement of organizational goals through technical guidance and development for customer engineer members. -
Semiconductor Equipment Control HW Development | Semiconductor Manufacturing Equipment - Control Hardware Development
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Research & Development, Production Engineer, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
- Osaka
- ¥7,100,000~¥9,600,000
We provide innovative solutions to meet the diverse needs of society and our customers. In particular, within the Design Marketing Division, we focus on 'customer-centric business activities,' promoting the creation of brand culture, developing new markets and businesses, maximizing existing businesses, and further enhancing the overall competitiveness of the company through strengthening UX design and modernizing marketing. Additionally, in the Planning Operations Division, Planning and Management Department, I continuously execute optimization of people, processes, and technology, and take on the role of leading company-wide transformation projects and organizational reforms. By introducing diverse career support systems and flexible work styles tailored to a global business environment, we have established a system where each employee can grow while contributing to solving social issues.
Electrical technology development, equipment development, and order handling for semiconductor plasma manufacturing equipment. -
FAE – Power Solutions & Conductive Capacitors | FAE / Product Technology - Conductive Capacitors × Power Solutions
- Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
- Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, FAE
- Kyoto
- ¥5,500,000~¥9,500,000
As a major Japanese manufacturer with a global presence, we operate B2B businesses mainly in electronic components and materials. It is characterized by its deep involvement in growth areas such as automotive, telecommunications infrastructure, and semiconductors, supporting product development for manufacturers worldwide.
Leveraging production and development bases both domestically and internationally, we have built a consistent global supply system, and our business model focuses on the "contents" rather than finished products, creating long-term and stable business relationships. With scale and reliability as a member of a major group, we are expected to continue growing in overseas markets.
Product Technology / Technical Sales: You will anticipate changes in industry trends, utilize circuit simulations, and propose optimal capacitors and develop new product plans.
FAE: You will propose technical solutions to power supply design engineers.
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