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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  • Research and Development Manager of Automotive SoC

    • Manufacturer, Manufacturer-Automotive
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development
    • Tokyo
    • ¥12,900,000~¥23,500,000

    As an automobile manufacturer that continues to evolve to provide "joy" to more people 10 years, 20 years, and beyond, we have been and will continue to challenge to create new values that are not bound by existing frameworks, so that we can continue to please our customers around the world.
    The company, which has been providing multiple products loved by many customers based on its solid technical capabilities, is recruiting associates to integrate with the ICT society and create new services.


    There is an urgent need to accelerate electrification, provide new value, increase the number of models to which new technologies can be applied, standardize development work to cope with the increase in variations for worldwide deployment, and deal with evolution later, in order to become carbon neutral.

    We are looking for colleagues who can work together to develop SoCs that improve the AI performance of central ECUs and optimize power consumption in order to build optimal electronic control systems that realize free and enjoyable mobility and evolution of user convenience with high competitiveness and quality, and to develop technologies that enable continuous and timely market introduction.

    As of April 2025, one year has passed since the SoC development organization was established, bringing together personnel with a variety of expertise.

    We are looking for professional and management personnel to acquire further expertise in SoC development and to improve organizational management skills.

    Details.

  • AI x Automotive Semiconductors | SDV Integrated ECU Development Engineer (SoC, Power, Memory, Communication IC)|AI x Automotive Semiconductors Power, Memory, Communication IC)

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • IT, SE(Control, Embedded), Research & Development, Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥4,700,000~¥14,300,000

    The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
    We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].

    You will be in charge of product development (especially planning and development of SoC and its peripheral components (memory/PMIC/communication IC)) using advanced semiconductor technology.

    Details.

  • Field Application Engineering Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, FAE
    • Tokyo
    • ¥12,000,000~¥18,000,000

    Enabling faster and more effective development of high-performance electronics, leading EDA software solutions to break boundaries and move into A German brand that is known to be a leader in its class.

    This role leads the applications engineering (AE) team for logic design and verification tools, overseeing both pre-sales and post-sales technical activities. The manager is responsible for driving technical sales strategies, meeting revenue goals, and guiding the team to deliver customer- The manager is responsible for driving technical sales strategies, meeting revenue goals, and guiding the team to deliver customer- focused solutions while collaborating closely with sales, customers, and global development teams.

    Details.

  • Ceramics Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Machinery, Equipment
    • Electronics, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Tokyo
    • ¥9,000,000~¥14,000,000

    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.

    The company is seeking specialist in ceramic components used in their chambers. Ceramic expertise is prioritized over semiconductor experience. The role focuses on 70% R&D collaboration with suppliers and 30% quality control of supplier products. Target components include bulk ceramics such as Target components include bulk ceramics such as nozzles, blades, rings, domes, pins, and liners, as well as ceramic heaters and ceramic electrostatic chucks (ESC). Primary materials are Aluminum Oxide (Al₂O₃) and Aluminum Nitride (AlN).

    Details.

  • Production Manager - Global Materials Company

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Electronics, Production Management, Production Management, Production Management, Production Management
    • Fukuoka
    • ¥8,000,000~¥10,000,000

    This international manufacturer specializes in advanced materials that support critical technologies in energy storage, electronics, and high-performance industrial systems. With production and R&D sites spanning Europe and Asia, the company is recognized for its deep technical know-how, strong customer partnerships, and sustainability-driven innovation. The workplace is global and collaborative, bringing together specialists from diverse backgrounds to develop next-generation solutions. The workplace is global and collaborative, bringing together specialists from diverse backgrounds to develop next-generation solutions-particularly in the field of lithium-ion battery technology.

    The firm is seeking an experienced Production Manager to lead the production and maintenance teams at a major industrial site.
    This role is responsible This role is responsible for ensuring smooth, safe, and efficient production operations aligned with quality standards and cost targets.
    The ideal candidate has extensive The ideal candidate has extensive experience in industrial manufacturing environments, strong leadership capabilities, and fluency in Japanese and English.

    Details.

  • Field Application Engineer - Emulator/Prototyping Solutions

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, FAE
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,400,000~¥12,000,000

    Enabling faster and more effective development of high-performance electronics, leading EDA software solutions to break boundaries and move into A German brand that is known to be a leader in its class.

    This globally recognized technology leader in electronic design automation solutions is seeking a Field Application Engineer - Emulator /This role supports the growth of next-generation semiconductor verification and prototyping technologies by providing technical expertise and customer-facing support. If you're passionate about FPGA/ASIC design and want to help shape the future of chip development, this could be the opportunity for you. If you're passionate about FPGA/ASIC design and want to help shape the future of chip development, this could be the opportunity for you.

    Details.

  • Process & Equipment Development Engineer - ECU Assembly

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,500,000~¥1,070,000

    The company boasts the No. 1 market share in Japan in the automotive components industry in the areas of thermal systems, mobility systems, powertrain systems, electrification systems, and electronic systems.
    We are currently focusing on four areas [electrification, connected systems, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-vehicle businesses (FA/agriculture)].

    As a production engineer, you will work on process design and equipment development.

    Details.

  • Quality Control Engineer Leader

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics, Machinery, Equipment, Software platform
    • IT, Other (Localization, QA), QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Shizuoka, Tokyo
    • ¥6,500,000~¥9,000,000

    A logistics startup that provides outdoor automated transport services for closed environments such as factories and logistics warehouses that have achieved Level 4 automated driving. Established through joint investment by a major manufacturer of automobiles and mobility equipment and an automated driving software developer, the company will begin mass production of automated EVs in 2022, and has already begun providing services to customers in Japan at more than 40 locations.

    Furthermore, the RaaS-type service, which packages installation support service, operation management system, maintenance service, and insurance, realizes an automated transportation service that can be applied to complex outdoor environments by converting a small EV based on a golf car and an automated driving system that is basically designed for public roads. The company is expanding its organizational structure with the aim of expanding and operating the service in hundreds of locations nationwide.

    This position is responsible for overall quality control in the new area of automated conveyance services for enclosed spaces.

    Details.

  • Quality Control Engineer (Member)|Quality Control Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics, Machinery, Equipment, Software platform
    • IT, Other (Localization, QA), QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Shizuoka, Tokyo
    • ¥4,000,000~¥7,000,000

    A logistics startup that provides outdoor automated transport services for closed environments such as factories and logistics warehouses that have achieved Level 4 automated driving. Established through joint investment by a major manufacturer of automobiles and mobility equipment and an automated driving software developer, the company will begin mass production of automated EVs in 2022, and has already begun providing services to customers in Japan at more than 40 locations.

    Furthermore, the RaaS-type service, which packages installation support service, operation management system, maintenance service, and insurance, realizes an automated transportation service that can be applied to complex outdoor environments by converting a small EV based on a golf car and an automated driving system that is basically designed for public roads. The company is expanding its organizational structure with the aim of expanding and operating the service in hundreds of locations nationwide.

    This position is responsible for overall quality control in the new area of automated conveyance services for enclosed spaces.

    Details.

  • Production Control Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Electronics, Production Management, Production Management, Production Management
    • Tokyo
    • ¥6,000,000~¥9,000,000

    Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide.

    You will be responsible for production management in the manufacturing of satellites and onboard components. This includes production planning, standard data management (such as bills of materials and drawings), production progress control, and business process improvement.

    Production control (production planning, unit control (bill of materials, drawings), production progress control, and business improvement) for satellite and onboard component manufacturing.

    Details.

  • Manufacturing Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Aerospace & Robotics
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, QC・QA, QC・QA, Production Management, Production Engineer, Production Management, Production Management, QC・QA, Production Engineer
    • Tokyo
    • ¥5,000,000~¥8,000,000

    Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their team includes members from all over the world and offers a chance to work at the cutting edge of satellite technology and services. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide. Their track record includes multiple launch mission successes, a vast network of satellite operations, and collaboration with space industry leaders, both private and governmental, worldwide.

    This position is for a production engineer for spacecraft and the subsystems and components that make them up.

    Details.

  • FAE

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts, Software platform
    • Semiconductor, FAE
    • Aichi
    • ¥7,000,000~¥12,000,000

    Since its establishment in 1948, the company has continued to grow with the expansion of the automotive industry and the shift to IoT in factories through its device and solution products.
    In the automotive industry's CASE, which is said to be undergoing a once-in-a-century transformation, demand for electronic devices that combine the company's strengths in microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and solutions is expected to increase as vehicles become more sophisticated, including EVs and automated driving.
    Among them, the company supports the automotive industry in the Tokai region with special sales rights in the Chubu area for in-vehicle microcomputers from a certain manufacturer, which are installed in 40% of the world's automobiles.
    We will continue to take on the challenge of constantly pursuing new areas while supporting the revolutionary changes in the automotive society, and we aim to grow as a global supplier in the field of advanced electronics with a management strategy of strengthening cooperation with highly creative companies that are ahead of their time.

    This time, as an FAE, you will be in charge of the technical area of solution proposals centered on semiconductor products to major complete vehicle manufacturers and in-vehicle suppliers.

    Details.

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