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メカトロニクスエンジニア/ Mechatronics Engineer

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An international aerospace company is seeking a Mechatronics Engineer. The selected candidate will develop mission components and support equipment, ensuring reliable performance in space. This is a hybrid setup role.

Responsibilities:

  • Evaluate requirements and break down component functionalities
  • Propose design concepts for mission-specific systems
  • Select and assess components to meet technical requirements
  • Design and develop mechanical components such as actuators, flexures, and precision mechanisms, and integrate hardware
  • Create and set up jigs and fixtures to support testing and integration
  • Plan, execute, and analyse environmental tests including vibration, thermal, and vacuum
  • Define and manage assembly and integration of mission components into satellite systems
  • Prepare and maintain technical documentation, including assembly and test procedures
  • Collaborate with optical, firmware, and hardware teams for system integration
  • Develop software tools for automation, testing, and performance analysis
  • Conduct research and development for next-generation mission components
  • Work in workshop and cleanroom environments

Requirements:

  • Bachelor’s degree or above in robotics or related field
  • More than 5 years of experience in mechatronics or related areas
  • Proven experience conducting environmental tests such as thermal, vacuum, or vibration
  • Practical experience in the aerospace industry is ideal
  • Experience with PLM, PDM, and other CAD tools is preferred
  • Prior firmware development experience using C/C++ is a plus
  • Proficient in CAD software such as SolidWorks or PTC Creo
  • Skilled in Python programming for automation and data analysis
  • Familiarity with Git, JIRA, or Bitbucket (preferred)
  • Business level Japanese

About the Company:

A global manufacturing company that works in the aerospace industry, this company has seen great success in its short history.

Keywords:

航空宇宙工学, メカトロニクス, 精密機構, 環境試験, 航空宇宙産業, 自動化ソフトウェア, 衛星システム, 求人, 外資系

Job Ref: ORLG4G

Contract Type: Perm

Specialism: Industrial and Automation

Focus: Automation / Robotics Engineering

Industry: Aerospace

Salary: ¥6,000,000 - ¥8,000,000 per annum

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Experience Level: Associate

Language: Japanese - Professional working

Location: Tokyo

Job Reference: ORLG4G-D7A460E1

Date posted: 19 August 2025

Consultant: Joris Garnier