Automotive Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
じどうしゃかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Automotive Development Engineers
Summary
Technical role that verifies and optimizes vehicle performance through automotive testing and evaluation, control system development, CAE analysis, etc.
Description
Automotive Development Engineers (excluding design) handle performance evaluations, durability tests, NVH (noise and vibration) evaluations, exhaust emissions measurements, etc., for engines, chassis, electrification systems, and more. They set up test equipment, acquire and analyze data, conduct CAE analysis, verify ECU control operations, and advance technical verification and improvement proposals to meet regulatory requirements and quality targets. In recent years, they have also been involved in electrification technologies and autonomous driving-related systems, optimizing performance through laboratory tests, test tracks, and real-vehicle evaluations.
Future Outlook
With the spread of electrification and autonomous driving technologies, demand for testing, evaluation, and simulation technologies is increasing. Engineers with software and data analysis skills will be in even greater demand.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Has ambition / Meticulous attention to detail / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business trips / Office-based work / Team work / Test research facility
Career Path
Test Engineer → CAE Engineer → System Development Leader → Development Manager → Technical Director
Required Skills
CAE Analysis / Data Analysis / ECU Control Knowledge / Test Equipment Operation / Vehicle Test Evaluation
Recommended Skills
3D Measurement Technology / Control Engineering / Electrification Technology / Programming (Python, Matlab) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for analyzing the behavior of complex vehicle systems. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because overlooking minute data can impact safety. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is essential for applying new technologies and regulatory compliance. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Required for statistical analysis of test data and evaluation of simulation results. |
| Problem Solving | To identify and improve performance issues from evaluation results. |
Related Qualifications
- Automotive Technology Certification
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Automotive Test Engineer
- CAE Engineer
- Powertrain Development Engineer
- Vehicle Development Engineer
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