In-Vehicle Cluster/Meter Development Lead Engineer in Aichi Prefecture, Nagoya, Japan; Work Type: On-Site; Full-time; Industry: ICT; Information Technology & Services; Employment Type: Resident Engineer (Client-site)

Job Title: In-Vehicle Cluster/Meter Development Lead Engineer

Role Overview:

As a resident engineer for a client, you will lead the development of in-vehicle cluster/meter and head-up display (HUD) systems.
This role requires advanced expertise in functional requirements, vehicle architecture, product validation, and cross-functional collaboration.
Strong communication skills in Japanese and English are essential for working with both the client and our company’s technical teams.

Business Content / Responsibilities:

Drive development of cluster/meter and HUD systems aligned with vehicle architecture and OEM requirements.
Translate high-level vehicle requirements into detailed system specifications and functional architectures.
Develop systems in collaboration with software/hardware teams and test departments of the customer and Tier 1 suppliers.
Plan system interfaces, communication protocols, and implementation; support system integration and resolve system-level issues.
Review Tier 1 supplier deliverables (product specifications, software modules, test results) from concept to results to confirm compliance with specifications and regulatory requirements.
Conduct product evaluations such as HIL, SIL, and E2E tests to verify conformance to required specifications.
Verify compliance with functional safety (ISO 26262) and various automotive standards and regulatory requirements.
Report development progress and manage risks related to product development milestones.
Clarify Tier 1 supplier requirements, answer questions, and resolve issues throughout the development cycle.

Application Requirements

Must Have:

Product development experience and knowledge in the automotive industry.
Experience in cluster/meter or HUD product and function development.
Practical skills in requirements analysis, functional architecture, interface definition, traceability verification, and validation.
Experience in cross-departmental communication, schedule planning/management, and development involving Tier 1 supplier management.
Knowledge of inter-ECU communication (CAN, CAN-FD, automotive Ethernet).
Understanding of functional safety (ISO 26262) and automotive standards, including reliability requirements for clusters/meters and HUDs.
Knowledge of onboard diagnostics, fault detection, error logging, and troubleshooting for automotive ECUs.
Bilingual communication skills in English and Japanese, plus strong communication ability.
Leadership and problem-solving skills.

Language Skill:

Treatment & Benefits:

Salary increase once a year
Overtime pay
Complete social insurance coverage:
Employees' pension insurance
Health insurance (TJK – Tokyo Information Service Industry Health Insurance Association)
Employment insurance
Workers' accident compensation insurance
Health checkups (including dependents; comprehensive and gynecological checkups available)
Retirement age: 65
No retirement age for specific positions
Possible continued employment as a consultant after retirement
In-house training system (online)
3-month trial period (no change in work or benefits)
Passive smoking prevention: No smoking indoors

Holidays & Leave:

Note: Holiday schedules may vary depending on the client company. Most are major manufacturers and typically provide ample annual leave.

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