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 Relay Product Development | Semiconductor Relay Product Planning and Development

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Development
    • Kyoto
    • ¥6,000,000~¥10,000,000

    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.

    You will play an active role as the leader of the department responsible for planning, concepting, and developing new semiconductor relay products.
    This is a work that contributes to the development of semiconductor devices and strengthening foundational technology for the high-profit, core semiconductor relay business within the division.
    It is expected that we will promote the planning and development of semiconductor relay devices and process development by leveraging internal and external technical development collaboration and technical know-how.

    Details.

  • Semiconductor Packaging Materials Development | Development and Design of Materials for Semiconductor Packaging

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Development
    • Osaka
    • ¥5,000,000~¥7,300,000

    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.

    This position involves developing materials and process element technologies that enhance the functionality of seat materials.

    Details.

  • Next-Generation Semiconductor Packaging Materials Development | Materials Development for Next-Generation Semiconductor Packaging

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Development
    • Osaka
    • ¥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.

    In addition to developing new material technologies applicable to future wiring boards, you will work together with customers to pioneer new markets.

    Details.

  • Needs and seeds analysis for automotive SoCs, and formulation of reference specifications

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Analysis
    • Tokyo
    • ¥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)].

    You will be engaged in planning (1) in-vehicle SoCs that support autonomous driving systems and in-vehicle connected services with world-class safety and convenience, and (2) preparing important IP solutions.

    Details.

  • Equipment Engineer | Equipment Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Ibaraki
    • ¥7,000,000~¥10,000,000

    A global semiconductor company headquartered in the United States, providing a broad portfolio of analog and embedded processing products for automotive, industrial and consumer electronics applications. The company develops semiconductor solutions supporting areas such as signal processing, power management and embedded systems, with products used across a wide range of electronic devices and systems.

    At the mass production factory for analog semiconductor devices, you will be responsible for everything from introducing manufacturing equipment to maintenance and developing technologies to improve productivity.

    Details.

  • Field Application Engineer (Digital) | Field Application Engineer (Digital)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, FAE
    • Aichi, Osaka
    • ¥14,000,000~¥20,000,000

    A global semiconductor company headquartered in the United States, providing a broad portfolio of analog and embedded processing products for automotive, industrial and consumer electronics applications. The company develops semiconductor solutions supporting areas such as signal processing, power management and embedded systems, with products used across a wide range of electronic devices and systems.

    Details.

  • Application Engineering Manager - Industry Products (Non-Automotive)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Electronics, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design, Mechanical Design, Electrical & electronic control design, FAE
    • Tokyo
    • ¥9,000,000~¥13,000,000

    This company is a global supplier of compact electromechanical components supporting thermal management, airflow control, and automated movement functions in transportation systems. The Japan office is a small commercial and engineering hub that coordinates with domestic manufacturers while relying on overseas production sites. Their products include small motors, actuators, fluid‑handling devices, and integrated motion modules used by major vehicle makers and their upstream module suppliers.

    In this role you will be responsible for leading an engineering team delivering motion-system and electromechanical solutions for industrial customers.

    The role combines technical leadership and people management. You will establish the engineering direction for the team, oversee customer application projects, improve engineering standards and tools, and ensure projects meet technical, quality, schedule, and regulatory requirements.

    The position requires someone with enough hands-on engineering depth in motors, drives, motion systems, or related electromechanical products to guide engineers, challenge technical decisions, and act as a senior technical contact for customers.

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  • Customer Quality Engineer (CQE) – Device Products | Customer Quality Assurance Engineer (CQE) - Device 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.


    After mass production by customers, you will be responsible for quality support tasks for customers, sales departments, and suppliers when defects arise with supplier products. You will also be responsible for quality support tasks for customers, sales departments, and suppliers when introducing new parts.

    Details.

  • Manufacturing Engineer – Quartz Glass | Manufacturing Technology (Quartz Glass Production)

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Fukushima
    • ¥5,800,000~¥9,900,000

    Since its founding, the company has expanded its business across multiple fields, including electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, centered on its unique ceramic material technology. In particular, we hold a top-class global market share in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity, and have achieved stable business growth driven by the expansion of the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. Leveraging manufacturing technology and quality assurance systems that competitors find difficult to replicate, we continue to offer differentiated products to the global market.

    Additionally, the company focuses on improving employee work comfort, establishing free time systems, employee dormitory systems, and stock ownership plans. In recent years, it has ranked high in the listed company rankings, gaining attention as a company known for its "high hourly wages × minimal overtime." With a stable management foundation and technical capabilities, we offer a workplace environment that enables long-term career development.

    You will be responsible for manufacturing technology and equipment maintenance for quartz glass manufacturing.

    Details.

  • Manufacturing Automation Engineer | Quartz Product Development and Manufacturing Automation Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Research & Development, Production Engineer
    • Fukushima
    • ¥5,800,000~¥9,900,000

    Since its founding, the company has expanded its business across multiple fields, including electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, centered on its unique ceramic material technology. In particular, we hold a top-class global market share in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity, and have achieved stable business growth driven by the expansion of the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. Leveraging manufacturing technology and quality assurance systems that competitors find difficult to replicate, we continue to offer differentiated products to the global market.

    Additionally, the company focuses on improving employee work comfort, establishing free time systems, employee dormitory systems, and stock ownership plans. In recent years, it has ranked high in the listed company rankings, gaining attention as a company known for its "high hourly wages × minimal overtime." With a stable management foundation and technical capabilities, we offer a workplace environment that enables long-term career development.

    You will work on automating the development or manufacturing processes of quartz products.

    Details.

  • Part Development Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Development, Research & Development
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥4,000,000~¥8,000,000

    Globally recognized commercial vehicle manufacturer with a long-standing heritage in engineering, manufacturing, and delivering transportation solutions to customers worldwide. With operations spanning over 170 countries and regions, the organization continues to drive innovation in mobility, sustainability, and next-generation vehicle technologies.

    As part of a major strategic transformation, the company is investing heavily in the future of commercial transportation through the expansion of electrified mobility solutions and the creation of a dedicated global bus business.

    Details.

  • Configuration Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Production Management, QC・QA, FAE
    • Kanagawa
    • ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000

    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 Configuration Engineer, you will be responsible for driving and managing the specification definition process for advanced semiconductor manufacturing equipment, including CVD, Etch, and Clean systems. You will work closely with customers, internal engineering teams, and suppliers to ensure customer requirements are accurately translated into equipment configurations and maintained throughout the project lifecycle. In this role, you will coordinate specification reviews, manage configuration changes, prepare equipment specifications and technical documentation, and oversee component selection, procurement activities, and budget control. You will also support equipment installation and tool integration activities, ensuring smooth execution and alignment with project objectives. Success in this position requires strong cross-functional communication skills, a proactive approach to problem solving, and the ability to collaborate effectively with both domestic and international stakeholders to deliver high-quality semiconductor equipment solutions.

    Details.

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