Development Engineer (Automotive)

Job Description

■Company Overview

We provide engineering staffing and contracted development in IT, machinery, electronics, and software. Our projects cover next-generation automobiles, digital consumer electronics, robotics, and medical devices. We also handle hardware, software, and IT system design, construction, and maintenance for corporate clients.

■Company Features

・Focus on employee growth and career development
・Career counselors and engineer networks provide strong support
・Opportunities for senior engineers in advanced roles
・Extensive benefits including qualification support, relocation allowance, housing support, and training programs
・Free-agent career system for engineers

■Background

As manufacturers compete in next-generation automotive development, we focus on retraining certified mechanics into development engineers. Training includes CAD software, mechanical engineering (via e-learning), and OJT with support for career transition. The evaluation system also values the process of becoming an engineer.

■Job Description

・Engine and transmission mechanism design
・Interior components (seats, instrument panels) design
・Automotive parts and accessories design
・Verification of communication for autonomous driving support systems
・Research on lithium-ion battery materials

■Example Career Path

・Before joining: Auto mechanic at domestic dealer (5 years)
・Assignment 1: Automotive OEM in Mitaka, Tokyo (fuel tank design support)
・Assignment 2: Heavy industry manufacturer in Akishima, Tokyo (aircraft engine design)

■Work Location

Utsunomiya City, Tochigi Prefecture

■Working Hours

・Standard shift: 09:00-18:00 (actual 8 hours, 60-minute break, may vary by project)

■Salary & Benefits

・Base salary: 245,500-305,900 yen/month (depending on skills and experience)
・Overtime and late-night allowance paid per minute
・Bonus: twice yearly (July, December)
・Salary increase: once yearly (April)
・123 holidays/year
・Complete 2-day weekends
・Public holidays, summer vacation, year-end/new year vacation
・Special leave (congratulatory/condolence)
・Paid leave (10 days in first year)
・Maternity leave, childcare leave, nursing care leave
・Social insurance (health, pension, employment, workers’ compensation, nursing care)
・Full commuting allowance (gasoline for car commuters, per company rules)
・Daily allowance (per company rules)
・Family allowance (for dependents)
・Assignment allowance (up to 50,000 yen/month for dependents)
・Company housing available (single/family)
・Relocation costs fully covered (for company-requested transfers)
・Travel allowance for home visits (conditions apply)
・Condolence benefits
・Defined contribution pension (401k)
・Annual medical checkups, stress checks, mental health training
・Corporate health insurance union with discounted resorts
・Career consultation support
・Labor union membership
・Certification rewards and training programs (technical, leadership, management, e-learning)
・TOEIC group test discount

■Qualifications

・Must hold one of the following qualifications: Class 2 or Class 3 Automotive Mechanic license
・Japanese proficiency: JLPT N2 or higher

■Selection Process

・2 rounds of online interviews