アプリケーション開発マネージャー/ Application Development Manager
A global chemical company is searching for an Application Development Manager. The chosen applicant will be acquiring and managing automotive development projects by promoting company solutions.
Responsibilities:
- Proactively promote company solutions to customers and provide expertise and storyline that could lead to joint development projects and new business nominations
- Demonstrate understanding of differences between rubber and PUR materials in terms of part performance for company applications
- Review part design geometry based on simulation results, prototype evaluations, customer feedback, and production feasibility
- Manage all phases of the development process with internal engineers, from specification review to series production launch
- Take full responsibility for project timelines and milestones, including 3D design, simulation, sample manufacturing, testing, and customer approval (OTS, PPAP)
- Promote new recipes, ideas, and technologies to both customers and internal teams
- Collect and understand OEMs’ new design trends and concepts for chassis parts
- Ensure project management includes simulation, internal and customer evaluations, and readiness for production
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree or above in mechanical engineering, automotive engineering or vehicle dynamics
- More than 5 years of experience in automotive part design or project management at an Auto OEM or Tier 1 supplier
- Experience in part design or measurement for the automotive industry
- Familiarity with ISO/ TS 16949
- Background in design FMEA
- Knowledge of CAD software (Pro/E is preferred)
- Familiarity with PLM (Product Lifecycle Management)
- Familiarity with JPN OEMs development process is preferred
- Experience in engineering plastic applications in the automotive industry is a plus
- Ability and willingness to travel
- Native level Japanese; proficient in written and verbal English
About the Company:
A global leader in the chemical industry with a long history of excellence. This company is well-recognised for manufacturing superior chemical products across the world.
Keywords:
エンジニアリング, 化学, 製造業者, 自動車, 機械, 外資系
Job Ref: KKTQ36
About the job

Contract Type: Perm
Specialism: Chemicals & Raw Materials
Focus: Application Development Engineering
Industry: Manufacturing and Production
Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum
Workplace Type: On-site
Experience Level: Mid Management
Language: Japanese - Native
Second Language: English - Business level
Location: Kanagawa
FULL_TIMEJob Reference: KKTQ36-4DCA9284
Date posted: 31 July 2025
Consultant: Tomohiro Ando
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