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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  • Mechanical Design Engineer Mechanical Design Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Kyoto
    • ¥5,500,000~¥8,000,000

    With the eternal theme of "relentless pursuit of technological improvement," we have consistently achieved innovation in new product development and production technology since our founding, and have developed corporate activities based on our management philosophy, including valuable joint development with our customers on a win-win basis. We are looking for people who can challenge together with us to create innovations that imagine the future of semiconductors by quarter-leading the quarter ahead of our customers' needs.

    ▶World's No.1 share in molding equipment for semiconductor manufacturing, including those for generative AI, smartphones, and automotive
    ▶Global company with overseas sales ratio of over 80%

    All development processes are done in-house, with people selected from the "mechanical," "electrical hardware," and "software" sections to work as a team.
    The design office and factory are located in the same company building, so you can actually see the equipment and give feedback to the design team.
    In addition, you can be involved in a wide range of activities, from generating ideas to setting up the equipment at the customer's factory, so you can work while feeling close to the manufacturing process.
    In the fast-growing semiconductor market, you will be involved in the promotion of DX (Digital Transformation) such as 5G, IoT, and AI as a design engineer.
    We will design optional functions that are not included in the platform to meet individual user requirements.
    You will collaborate with the team to design for the project.

    Details.

  • Second Career graduate Open Position

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Production Engineer, Production Management, QC・QA, Factory Manager, FAE
    • Tokyo
    • ¥3,500,000~¥4,400,000

    We are an electronics trading company that “purchases” and “sells” semiconductors, mainly integrated circuits, and electronic application equipment (laser equipment, aviation-related equipment, etc.).
    We purchase products mainly from overseas manufacturers and sell them to
    ・Semiconductors to major Japanese electronics manufacturers
    ・Electronic application equipment to government offices and universities
    .
    We have agency agreements with many major overseas semiconductor manufacturers and have the strength to provide total solutions to our customers, making us an active company within a framework that goes beyond a trading company.

    This is an open position for a new graduate from a major company that has been ranked in the top 5 electronics trading companies.

    Details.

  • Circuit/System Development

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Research & Development, Research & Development
    • Tokyo, Osaka
    • ¥11,000,000~¥18,000,000

    This company is a global leader in factory automation and sensing technologies, providing a wide range of innovative products such as sensors, measuring instruments, vision systems, and microscopes. Headquartered in Japan and operating in numerous countries worldwide, it is known for its strong direct sales approach and commitment to delivering high-value technical solutions that support manufacturing productivity and quality improvement. The organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and quality improvement. organization emphasizes speed, innovation, and customer-centric problem solving, enabling clients across various industries to optimize their processes with cutting-edge automation and inspection technologies.

    You will participate in the development of "circuits and systems" for new products, about 70% of which are "world firsts" and "industry firsts".
    The main role is to add value to the product from the circuit and system aspects, and to develop products that solve problems based on a good understanding of the customer's actual situation.
    You will propose and realize the optimal functionality, performance and configuration of the product by discussing with the product listeners and sales staff, and emphasizing with "optical structure" and "software staff".
    The identification and establishment of components, technologies, and devices is a particularly important task because it is directly related to the added value of the product.

    Details.

  • Module Process Engineer

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Production Engineer, Production Management, QC・QA, Factory Manager
    • Mie, Hiroshima
    • ¥6,500,000~¥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.




    Work as a Process Engineer, interpreting technical issues and determining the appropriate next steps.
    Identify solutions, execute data collection, and perform thorough analysis.
    Work under guidance while contributing to functional teams or projects.

    Details.

  • Production Engineering (multiple positions available for selection)

    • Manufacturer, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Aichi
    • ¥5,000,000~¥14,000,000

    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.
    Currently, the company is focusing on four areas: electrification, connectivity, advanced safety/automated driving, and non-automotive business (FA/agriculture).



    We are one of the world's top-class automotive parts manufacturers. We are involved in the production of electrical components, thermal products, and automatic driving related systems, etc., for a single vehicle.
    The turnover rate is less than 1% and the company has a very comfortable working environment, making it the No. 1 manufacturer in Japan in terms of technology and working environment from a mid- to long-term perspective.

    We have a number of production engineering positions available, so please apply according to your experience and expectations.
    1) Process design and elemental technology development
    2) Process and production technology development of mechanical products
    3) Production technology development of products for CASE vehicles
    4) Production technology development of power semiconductors
    5) Process design of assembly/processing processes Production technology
    6) Logistics production technology (rationalization of in-factory logistics and distribution DX)

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  • Customer Engineer Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer
    • Mie, 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.

    Details.

  • Semiconductor technical sales/marketing/FAE

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Mechanical, Electrical & electronic control design, FAE, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Tokyo, Aichi, Osaka
    • ¥4,600,000~¥8,600,000

    We are an electronics trading company that “purchases” and “sells” semiconductors, mainly integrated circuits, and electronic application equipment (laser equipment, aviation-related equipment, etc.).
    We purchase products mainly from overseas manufacturers and sell them to
    ・Semiconductors to major Japanese electronics manufacturers
    ・Electronic application equipment to government offices and universities
    .
    We have agency agreements with many major overseas semiconductor manufacturers and have the strength to provide total solutions to our customers, making us a company that goes beyond the framework of a trading company.

    We are one of the top 3 major electronics trading companies in Japan with over 3,000 customers.
    We have agency agreements with many major overseas semiconductor manufacturers and provide total support from design to development and commercialization, including the provision of technical information and materials, which is our strength.
    We have an environment in which employees can easily express their opinions to each other, and young employees can also speak up.

    Details.

  • Technical sales for semiconductor machinery

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, FAE, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Aichi, Osaka
    • ¥5,300,000~¥7,300,000

    We are an electronics trading company that “purchases” and “sells” semiconductors, mainly integrated circuits, and electronic application equipment (laser equipment, aviation-related equipment, etc.).
    We purchase products mainly from overseas manufacturers and sell them to
    ・Semiconductors to major Japanese electronics manufacturers
    ・Electronic application equipment to government offices and universities
    .
    We have agency agreements with many major overseas semiconductor manufacturers and have the strength to provide total solutions to our customers, making us a company that goes beyond the framework of a trading company.


    We have agency agreements with many major overseas semiconductor manufacturers and provide total support from design to development and commercialization, including the provision of technical information and the supply of parts and materials.

    We have an environment in which employees can easily express their opinions to each other, and young employees can also speak up.

    Details.

  • FAE

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, FAE
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥5,400,000~¥8,900,000

    Hardware BusinessA semiconductor industry manufacturer trading company that provides a series of solutions from planning, design and development, manufacturing, logistics, and quality control for all electronic device products, including semiconductors and printed circuit boards, to automotive parts manufacturers.

    Since we are under the watchful eye of major companies, we have contracts with 9 major companies and can be involved in large projects.
    We also have a support system that utilizes new technologies and partner networks in areas such as electrification, automated driving/ADAS, next-generation cockpits, and connectivity.
    We are developing a wide range of businesses that go beyond the traditional trading company function of purchasing and selling products.


    We are responsible for acquiring customer needs and proposing "solutions" through "sales expansion" and "technical support" of semiconductors.
    The electronic components industry is a fast-changing technology, and we have the pleasure of capturing the latest technology in all its fronts and bringing it to the market.
    We also handle many foreign parts, so you will be able to be involved in the business from a global perspective.

    Details.

  • Senior Application Engineer - Calibre

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, FAE
    • Tokyo
    • ¥7,680,000~¥18,400,000

    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.

    As an application engineer, provide pre and post sales support for customers related to the specific product that is handled.

    Details.

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