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Mechanical Field Application Engineer – Connected Mobility Solutions

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We are seeking a talented and driven Mechanical Field application Engineer / mechanical Engineer to join our Connected Mobility Solutions team in Japan. In this role, you will play a key part in designing and supporting cutting-edge automotive USB modules and wireless chargers. You will work closely with Japanese OEMs, global Molex teams, and cross-functional stakeholders to deliver innovative solutions and ensure the highest level of technical support.

What You will Do

Customer Collaboration:

• Lead technical discussions with Japanese OEMs for new product proposals, issue resolution, and technical support.
• Prepare and deliver engineering documents in alignment with Japanese OEM requirements.

Design Support:

• Develop and support the design of automotive USB modules and wireless chargers.
• Create and manage engineering drawings, Bill of Materials (BOMs), 3D models, test plans, and other technical deliverables.

Global Coordination:

• Collaborate with Molex engineering teams across North America, Europe, China, and India to ensure alignment and project success.

Support Functions:

• Work closely with Molex Sales and Business Development teams to support current products.
• Assist in the preparation and reporting of environmental testing.
• Contribute to lighting design and simulation activities.
• Provide mechanical engineering expertise for RFIs (Request for Information) and RFQs (Request for Quotes) for Japanese OEMs.

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications)

Education: Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

Experience:

• At least 1 year of experience in automotive customer-facing engineering solutions.
• A minimum of 1 year of experience in mechanical engineering design.

Skills:

• Strong presentation skills with the ability to explain complex concepts logically in native-level Japanese.
• Proficiency in 3D CAD tools for mechanical design.
• Innovative thinking with a big-picture mindset, coupled with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Highly self-motivated and results driven.

Travel:

• Willingness to travel domestically and internationally (e.g., to the US, China, and India), with travel accounting for 5–10% of the role.

Language Requirements

• Japanese: Native-level fluency (reading, writing, speaking, and comprehension).
• English: Business-level proficiency.

What Will Put You Ahead

• Experience leading mechanical design projects for major automotive companies such as Nissan, Toyota, or Honda.
• Familiarity with USB design, specifications, and standards.
• Expertise in mechanical simulation and analysis tools.

Why Join Us?

At Koch companies, we are entrepreneurs. This means we openly challenge the status quo, find new ways to create value and get rewarded for our individual contributions. Any compensation range provided for a role is an estimate determined by available market data. The actual amount may be higher or lower than the range provided considering each candidate's knowledge, skills, abilities, and geographic location. If you have questions, please speak to your recruiter about the flexibility and detail of our compensation philosophy.

Who We Are

At Koch, employees are empowered to do what they do best to make life better. Learn how our business philosophy helps employees unleash their potential while creating value for themselves and the company.

Additionally, everyone has individual work and personal needs. We seek to enable the best work environment that helps you and the business work together to produce superior results.