Automotive Engineer – English & Japanese, 2.5‑yr Japan assignment

About the role

We are looking for an experienced Technical Key Account Engineer to support automotive component projects for Japanese OEM customers across Passenger Car (PC) and Commercial Vehicle (CV) applications. You will act as the primary technical interface between customers and Bosch engineering teams, handling acquisition, clarification, execution and engineering changes. The position includes a long‑term onsite assignment in Japan for at least 2.5 years, starting by March 2027.

Key responsibilities

• Serve as the first‑level Technical Key Account for assigned automotive component projects.
• Handle technical questions, requirements and clarifications from Japanese OEM customers.
• Support project execution for PC and CV applications, ensuring alignment with milestones.
• Coordinate Engineering Change Requests and Quality Gate activities.
• Investigate component and field quality issues and drive continuous improvement.
• Prepare and maintain technical customer documentation and support engineering activities such as drawings, experiments and validation.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Mechatronics, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 4–6 years of relevant engineering experience in automotive component development.
• Business‑level Japanese (JLPT N2 or equivalent) and good English communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving mindset and ability to work across cultures.
• Willingness to undertake a long‑term onsite assignment in Japan.

Required skills

• Mechanical design
• Product engineering
• Automotive component development
• DNOX systems
• Exhaust aftertreatment systems

What we offer

• Attractive benefits package with family accompaniment support for relocation to Japan.
• 13th‑month salary bonus, performance bonus and annual appraisal.
• Comprehensive health insurance for employee and two family members.
• Flexible working time, lunch and parking allowance.
• Opportunities for global project work and professional development.