Mechanical Engineer

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Employment: Full-time, permanent employment with Galileo

Work Style: On-site at client facilities in Japan

Project Locations: Aichi, Shizuoka, Mie, Kanagawa, and Tochigi.

About the Opportunity

We offer projects with leading Japanese automotive manufacturers, automotive parts suppliers, machine tool manufacturers, and industrial equipment manufacturers.

We match your experience, skills, and career interests with suitable projects across mechanical design, CAE analysis, prototyping, testing and evaluation, and production engineering.

Key Responsibilities

Responsibilities vary depending on the assigned project.

• Mechanical Design & CAE: Create 3D models and engineering drawings, perform CAE analysis, and improve designs through prototype testing.
• Production Engineering: Support production line launches, improve manufacturing processes, and resolve production issues.
• Vehicle Crash Test Support: Prepare vehicles and test equipment, assist with sensor installation, and support test operations.
• Electrical & Control Design: Design electrical circuits, wire harnesses, and control panels; develop PLC programs and HMI screens; and troubleshoot equipment.
• Industrial Furnace Design: Create 2D drawings and 3D models of heat-treatment furnaces, perform structural analysis, and support trial runs and performance improvements.

Who We Are Looking For

• A background in mechanical, automotive, electrical, or manufacturing engineering, or a related field.
• Relevant experience in design, CAE analysis, testing and evaluation, production engineering, or electrical and control systems.
• Practical skills in relevant engineering tools, depending on the project.
• JLPT N3 or above, with the ability to communicate in Japanese at work and during interviews.
• Willingness to work on-site at client facilities in Japan.
• Strong teamwork, problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn.

Desired Skills

• Production Engineering: Production line setup and process improvement
• CAD: CATIA V5, Siemens NX, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Creo, AutoCAD
• CAE: LS-DYNA, ANSYS, Abaqus, ANSA, HyperMesh
• Modeling & Simulation: MATLAB, Simulink
• PLC: Ladder programming, sequence control, HMI development

You do not need experience in every area listed. We will consider your strengths and experience when matching you with a suitable project.

Training & Career Development

Depending on your background and assigned project, training may include:

• CAD tools, including CATIA
• Automotive structures, components, and engineering drawings
• Measurement equipment and testing instruments
• PLC ladder logic and sequence control
• Quality management methods, including FTA and FMEA
• Technical reporting, communication, and problem-solving skills

We also provide regular career discussions to help you plan your development over the next two to three years.

Benefits & Support

• Social insurance coverage
• Transportation allowance
• Annual salary review
• Work visa application and renewal support
• Housing arrangements and housing assistance, subject to company policy
• Relocation support

Holidays & Leave

• Two days off per week: Saturdays and Sundays
• Golden Week, summer, and New Year holidays
• 10 days of annual paid leave after six months of employment