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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  • Project Manager – Automotive Cockpit Systems | Project Manager - Automotive Cockpit Systems

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Product Engineer (Hard/soft)
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥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)].

    As a project manager and leader, you will oversee and drive the development of cockpit systems responsible for HMI connecting people and vehicles.

    Details.

  • Wafer Development Lead | Head of Wafer-Related Development

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development
    • Aichi
    • ¥7,700,000~¥13,600,000

    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 wafer-related development.

    Details.

  • Production Management

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Electronics, Production Management, Production Management
    • Gifu, Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥10,000,000

    Since its founding, it has expanded its business in multiple fields such as electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, with its unique ceramic material technology at its core. In particular, we have one of the top market shares in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity in the world, and we have achieved stable business growth against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. Leveraging our manufacturing technology and quality assurance system, which are difficult for competitors to replicate, we continue to provide differentiated products to the global market.

    We are also focusing on the ease of working for our employees, and have established a free time system, an employee dormitory system, and a stock ownership association. In recent years, it has been ranked high in the ranking of listed companies and is attracting attention as a company with "high hourly wages × less overtime". It is a company with a stable management foundation and technological capabilities, and a work environment that allows for long-term career development.

    This is the technical improvement work such as production and manufacturing processes in the production of ceramic electronic components, as well as management and management work. You will be responsible for the management of production and manufacturing processes related to production planning, progress management, profit management, etc., as well as technical improvement work.

    Details.

  • Technical Sales – Automotive Semiconductor Devices

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, FAE, Account Manager (B2B)
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥8,500,000

    Since its founding in 1948, it has continued to grow with the expansion of the automotive industry and the introduction of IoT in factories with device products and solution products.
    In the automotive industry, which is said to be a once-in-a-century period of change, demand for microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and electronic devices that combine solutions, which are the company's strengths, is expected to increase as vehicles become more and more functional, such as EVs and autonomous driving.
    Among them, the company has a special contract to sell automotive microcontrollers from a certain manufacturer, which are installed in 40% of the world's automobiles, in the Chubu area, and supports the automobile industry in the Tokai region.
    We will continue to take on the challenge of constantly pursuing new areas while supporting the period of change in the automotive society, and aim to grow as a global supplier in the advanced electronics field through our management strategy of strengthening cooperation with highly creative companies that are ahead of the times.

    Our main job is to propose semiconductor devices (products: SoCs/microcontrollers/discrete) to major Japanese OEMs and Tier 1 suppliers.
    Aiming to propose solutions that make the most of added value, you will act as a coordinator of customer needs and supplier seeds, such as understanding customer systems, understanding future trends, planning sales expansion strategies, and developing products in collaboration with suppliers.
    In addition, there is also work to manage the development progress of customer systems after receiving business negotiations and orders, and to respond to various types of developed products (defects and specification changes). Acquiring knowledge about the electrification and electrification of various semiconductors and automobiles will be a rewarding job that will support future growth industries.

    Details.

  • Wafer Project Manager

    • Manufacturer, Electrical & Electronic
    • Semiconductor, Production Engineer, Program・Project Management
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥11,000,000

    Since its founding, it has expanded its business in multiple fields such as electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, with its unique ceramic material technology at its core. In particular, we have one of the top market shares in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity in the world, and we have achieved stable business growth against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. Leveraging our manufacturing technology and quality assurance system, which are difficult for competitors to replicate, we continue to provide differentiated products to the global market.

    We are also focusing on the ease of working for our employees, and have established a free time system, an employee dormitory system, and a stock ownership association. In recent years, it has been ranked high in the ranking of listed companies and is attracting attention as a company with "high hourly wages × less overtime". It is a company with a stable management foundation and technological capabilities, and a work environment that allows for long-term career development.

    You will be responsible for overall wafer-related project management.

    Details.

  • R&D Engineer - Ceramic Substrates

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development
    • Gifu, Aichi
    • ¥5,900,000~¥10,100,000

    Since its founding, it has expanded its business in multiple fields such as electronic components, semiconductor-related products, and LED lighting, with its unique ceramic material technology at its core. In particular, we have one of the top market shares in ceramic substrates with high thermal conductivity in the world, and we have achieved stable business growth against the backdrop of growth in the AI data center and electric vehicle markets. Leveraging our manufacturing technology and quality assurance system, which are difficult for competitors to replicate, we continue to provide differentiated products to the global market.

    We are also focusing on the ease of working for our employees, and have established a free time system, an employee dormitory system, and a stock ownership association. In recent years, it has been ranked high in the ranking of listed companies and is attracting attention as a company with "high hourly wages × less overtime". It is a company with a stable management foundation and technological capabilities, and a work environment that allows for long-term career development.

    We will promote sales expansion by proposing components mounting conditions to the board to the user. In addition, even if a quality problem occurs, we will provide advice to help you resolve the problem as soon as possible.

    Details.

  • Quality Assurance (Malaysia)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • Chemical, QC・QA, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • 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. With a stable management base and technological capabilities, this company offers a work environment conducive to long-term career development.

    You will be in charge of quality assurance of manufactured products (ceramic substrates and ceramic powder moldings) at the Malaysia plant.

    Details.

  • Quality Assurance of Battery Cells

    • OTHERS, Others
    • Chemical, QC・QA, QC・QA, QC・QA, QC・QA
    • Shiga, Kanagawa, Tokyo, Osaka
    • ¥5,000,000~¥10,000,000

    We are a top-class energy solution company in Japan that is attracting attention for its next-generation energy storage technology.
    With a focus on large-scale energy storage systems developed in-house, we are also contributing to social issues such as disaster countermeasures and the utilization of renewable energy. We have a strong track record with major electric power companies and local governments, and have a business foundation with both stability and growth potential.
    Our small, elite organization allows young employees to have discretion, and it is rewarding to be involved in the entire product development process.
    We are a clean-tech company that combines technological strength with social contribution.

    In this position, you will be responsible for taking measures and responding in all directions to ensure the high safety and quality of battery cells. This is an important role in which you will be responsible for improving quality and safety from multiple perspectives, such as ensuring conformity with related regulations, in addition to evaluating products for use under harsh conditions such as extreme temperatures and vibration.

    Details.

  • Advanced DRAM Circuit Design Engineer / Engineering Manager

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Circuit & Mounting Design, Electrical & electronic control design
    • Tokyo
    • ¥8,000,000~¥25,000,000

    The company is a major player in the development of advanced memory solutions that power everything from artificial intelligence and high-performance computing to smartphones, data centers and next-generation technologies. With the rapid expansion of AI and data-driven computing, its technologies are becoming increasingly critical to the future of the digital world.

    This role offers the opportunity to work within a highly international and technology-driven environment, collaborating with global teams on cutting-edge semiconductor technologies. For an experienced engineering leader, it is a chance to take ownership of important technology initiatives while contributing to a business that is playing a key role in shaping the next generation of computing.


    A leading semiconductor company is looking for an IP Development Design Engineer with over 5 years of experience to support the development and integration of semiconductor IP for advanced products.

    Details.

  • Development of single crystal growth process technology, product design, and process and equipment design for power semiconductors

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Electrical & Electronic, Automotive Parts
    • Semiconductor, Research & Development, Production Engineer, Production Engineer
    • Mie, Aichi
    • ¥6,500,000~¥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)].

    The candidate will be responsible for designing elemental and process technologies for wafer manufacturing for power semiconductors, and developing related production technologies.

    Details.

  • FAE (Automotive/Semiconductor)|Field Application Engineer (Automotive Tier 1 Manufacturer - Semiconductor)

    • IT, Software platform
    • Semiconductor, FAE
    • Aichi
    • ¥6,000,000~¥9,500,000

    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 with its device and solution products.
    In the CASE of the automotive industry, which is said to be a once-in-a-century period of change, as vehicles become more sophisticated, including EVs and automated driving, the demand for electronic devices combining the company's strengths in microcontrollers, power semiconductors Demand for electronic devices that combine the company's strengths in microcontrollers, power semiconductors, and solutions is expected to continue to grow.
    In particular, the company has special rights to sell in-vehicle microcontrollers from a certain manufacturer, which are installed in 40% of the world's automobiles, in the Chubu area, and supports the automotive industry in the Tokai region.
    The company aims to grow as a global supplier in the field of advanced electronics through a management strategy of strengthening cooperation with highly creative companies that are ahead of their time.

    This is a Field Application Engineer (Semiconductor) position to an electronics and automotive Tier 1. You will be responsible for semiconductor product proposals and technical support to automotive Tier 1 manufacturers.
    Products: Power ICs (motor driver ICs, DCDC converter ICs, LED driver ICs, etc.), magnetic sensors (Hall ICs, etc.)

    Details.

  • Sales and Marketing (Electronic Devices)

    • Manufacturer, Semiconductor, Trading
    • Electronics, Sales・Service Engineer, Product Marketing, Planning, FAE
    • Tokyo, Aichi
    • ¥5,800,000~¥8,900,000

    Hardware BusinessWe are a general electronics trading company that provides automotive parts manufacturers with a series of solutions for all kinds of electronic device products, including semiconductors and printed circuit boards, from planning, design and development to manufacturing, logistics, and quality control. We handle semiconductors and electronic components in a major general trading company group.
    Since we are under the watchful eye of major companies, we have contracts with 9 major companies and can be involved in major 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.


    Details.

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