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At Robert Walters, we hire professionals for both permanent and contract positions in Japan’s automotive sector. Leveraging strong connections in Tokyo, Osaka, and other major cities, we work with leading companies across the mobility and manufacturing space. Our roles are suited for Japanese-speaking talent looking to advance their careers in engineering, operations, commercial, or corporate functions within the evolving automotive landscape.
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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 29 September 2026
A multinational automotive technology organisation is seeking an Account Manager for its Performance Sensing Automotive business. The selected candidate will drive long-term sales growth, manage customer relationships, lead business development activities, and achieve sales targets across assigned accounts.
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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 28 September 2026
An international automotive technology company is looking for a Control Engineer. The successful candidate will develop control technologies and designs for brake actuators and systems, conduct theoretical studies and evaluation testing, and support development using actual equipment and test vehicles. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥15,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 27 September 2026
An international technology company is searching for a Project Manager. The chosen candidate will lead automotive product projects from development to production, ensuring timely delivery, profitability, and smooth cross-functional coordination.
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Salary: ¥5,000,000 - ¥6,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 26 September 2026
A leading automotive manufacturing company is looking for a Product Engineer. The selected candidate will support product development activities, manage technical requirements, and coordinate with internal and external stakeholders. This is a hybrid setup role.
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Salary: ¥8,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 24 September 2026
自動車向けのサイバーセキュリティソフトウェアおよびサービスを提供する企業にて営業担当の募集です。自動車へのサイバー攻撃などの脅威の検出や、その攻撃の可視化、迅速な調査や対応を可能にする製品の開発などを担っていただきます。自動車業界へのハイタッチ営業経験をお持ちの方にご活躍いただけます。
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Salary: ¥10,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum
Location: Tokyo
Date Posted: 19 September 2026
A multinational autonomous vehicle software company is looking for a Technical Sales Manager. The selected candidate will drive enterprise sales, develop customer relationships, and manage strategic business opportunities within the automotive and robotics sectors.
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Salary: ¥3,500,000 - ¥10,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 18 September 2026
自動車部品メーカーにて、電子機器R&Dディレクター・マネージャーの募集です。オープンイノベーションの最前線で、社内外の知性を融合させ、まだ世の中にない価値を実装する司令塔となるポジションです。ビジネスインパクトを意識した技術開発ができる方からの応募をお待ちしております。勤務地は神奈川県です。
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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥14,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 17 September 2026
A foreign truck and commercial vehicle company is looking for a Cost Engineering Manager. The selected candidate will build and lead a new function, ensuring transparency of the tools used in automotive part manufacturing. This is a hybrid role.
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Salary: ¥5,500,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 14 September 2026
A global automotive parts manufacturer is looking for a Cybersecurity Engineer – ADAS. The selected candidate will lead system security engineering activities covering risk assessment, security requirements, secure design, testing, and vulnerability management. This is a hybrid role.
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Salary: ¥9,000,000 - ¥12,000,000 per annum
Location: Kanagawa
Date Posted: 13 September 2026
世界的な自動車技術企業グループ会社にて営業部長の募集がございます。総勢8名の組織を統括し、部門全体をリードする責任者としての役割を担っていただきます。自動車メーカー向けの営業経験やマネジメント経験を活かしてご活躍いただけます。勤務地は神奈川県です。
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What are the current trends in Japan’s automotive job market?
Japan’s automotive sector is responding to stronger international competition, trade uncertainty, and rapid technological change. Employers are taking a more selective approach to recruitment while continuing to seek professionals who can support software-defined vehicles, artificial intelligence, advanced manufacturing, and other emerging mobility technologies. Demand also remains strong for experienced professionals in business development, project management, sales, and senior leadership. -
Which automotive roles are in demand in Japan right now?
In-demand positions include Managing Directors and Country Managers, Sales Managers, Business Development Managers, Project and Programme Managers, and engineering professionals. Employers are particularly interested in candidates with experience in emerging vehicle technologies, automotive manufacturing, commercial development, customer management, and cross-functional project delivery. -
Which qualifications and certifications are important for automotive positions in Japan?
Requirements vary across engineering, manufacturing, operations, sales, marketing, and corporate positions. Employers generally seek relevant qualifications, automotive industry experience, and knowledge of the standards, systems, and processes connected to the role. Certain specialist positions may require professional licences, technical certifications, or familiarity with recognised automotive quality and safety standards. Japanese proficiency at JLPT N2 or N1 level or above is required, while English may also be necessary for roles involving international customers, manufacturers, and global teams. -
What salary range can automotive professionals expect in Japan?
Salaries vary considerably by function, experience, seniority, and location. Sales Executives typically earn around ¥5M–¥8M annually, Account Managers and Sales Engineers ¥8.5M–¥12M, Sales and Business Development Managers ¥9M–¥15M, and Project or Programme Managers ¥8M–¥15M. Automotive engineering positions generally range from approximately ¥6M–¥16M, while directors and senior executives can earn between ¥13M and ¥40M. Compensation is generally higher in Tokyo and Osaka, where many listed and foreign companies are headquartered. Download our free Salary Survey Guide for the latest salary and hiring insights across Japan’s automotive sector.