Full-Time

Production Engineer

Controls / Robotics, Advanced Manufacturing Engineer

Astemo

Astemo

10,001+ employees

EV hardware and autonomous-systems supplier

No salary listed

Kentucky, USA

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Category
Mechanical Engineering (1)
Required Skills
Assembly
Requirements
  • Engineering skills with a strong focus on control systems, PLC programming, robotics integration, and industrial automation.
  • Experience with robot programming, setup, troubleshooting, and optimization for assembly or material handling processes.
  • Ability to make quick, accurate, data-driven decisions and utilize excellent structured problem-solving skills.
  • Well organized, attention to detail, and able to handle multiple deadlines and projects simultaneously.
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and analytical skills.
  • Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to work independently with minimal direction.
  • Computer literacy with both personal computers and manufacturing systems, including knowledge of standard office software (MS Office) and programming experience.
  • Willingness to support the corporate culture with an absolute focus on ethics and fairness.
  • Education: 4-year university degree in electrical engineering, controls engineering, manufacturing engineering, mechatronics, or related technical field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 3–5 years applicable experience in controls and robotics engineering.
Responsibilities
  • Plans, manages, and executes activities for multiple projects to ensure goals and objectives are accomplished within a prescribed time frame by performing any combination of all essential duties and responsibilities.
  • This position will be part of the xEV Regional Production Engineering (PE) group for Hybrid and Electric Vehicle products and will be responsible for activities and support for Electric Motor programs.
  • The Controls Engineer - Robotics will establish specifications, equipment, processes, quotations, and other documentation for programs related to electric motor products.
  • This position is specifically for the development, support, and implementation of robotic cells and stations for assembly, material handling, testing, and inspection tasks and other functions as needed.
  • Also, this role will identify synergy potentials across programs and establish and apply best practices to drive cost effective solutions.
Desired Qualifications
  • Work experience in the automotive industry, ideally with electric motor assembly or EV component production.
  • Experience working in a machine builder/automation equipment integrator environment.
  • Familiarity with industrial robots (preferably Fanuc), Keyence automation components, and their integration into automated lines.
  • Knowledge of safety systems and risk assessment for robotic cells.
  • Work experience within the automotive industry, with emphasis on electro-mechanical devices and/or electric motor production.
  • Knowledge of relevant quality systems, i.e. IATF 16949, and standard automotive engineering and manufacturing documentation, including DFMEA, PFMEA, control plans, and standard work instructions.
  • Certification in structured problem-solving methods, i.e. Six Sigma.

Astemo designs and builds essential vehicle systems as a global supplier, providing hardware and software for modern cars, including electric powertrain components, inverters, ADAS, chassis, and motorcycle parts. Its products combine mechanical hardware with software and control systems to enable electrification, autonomy, and smart vehicle functions, such as motors and inverters driving propulsion and software controls for safety features. The company differentiates itself by the scale and integration gained from merging Hitachi Automotive Systems with Honda’s Keihin, Showa, and Nissin Kogyo, enabling end-to-end, software-enabled mobility solutions. Its goal is to be a leading partner to automakers by expanding electric-vehicle offerings and developing integrated control systems for next-generation mobility.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Tokyo, Japan

Founded

2021

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Honda's increased stake accelerates SDV hardware-software integration and cloud engineering.
  • April 2024 merger absorbs EV motor subsidiary, streamlining production ahead of IPO.
  • Hitachi's 40% ownership provides AI, digital expertise for electrification investments.

What critics are saying

  • Honda's 40% stake misaligns strategy, blocking GM, Ford supplies within 12-24 months.
  • 80,000-employee integration fails, causing SDV delays and overruns in 6-18 months.
  • JIC Capital's 20% stake restricts US OEM sales amid Japan-US tensions in 18-36 months.

What makes Astemo unique

  • Astemo integrates electrification, ADAS, and chassis from 2021 merger of Hitachi Automotive, Keihin, Showa, Nissin.
  • Astemo delivers software-defined vehicle platforms with model-based engineering and virtual validation.
  • Astemo's three segments—electrification, vehicles, motorcycles—serve 70 global OEMs including Honda, Nissan.

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Benefits

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Paid Vacation

Paid Sick Leave

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Conference Attendance Budget

Professional Development Budget

Stock Options

Company Equity

Phone/Internet Stipend

Home Office Stipend

Healthcare Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Parental Leave

Family Planning Benefits

Fertility Treatment Support

Adoption Assistance

Childcare Support

Relocation Assistance

Meal Benefits

Employee Discounts

Gym Membership

Sabbatical Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Professional Certification Support

Mentorship Program

Education allowance

Training Programs

HR programs

Commuter Benefits

Growth & Insights and Company News

Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

0%
Motoring Trends
Dec 17th, 2025
Honda boosts Astemo stake to accelerate software-defined vehicle development

Honda has increased its stake in Astemo, an automotive systems supplier, as part of a capital restructuring aimed at positioning the company for the software-defined vehicle era. The move will enhance collaboration between Honda and Astemo to integrate software and hardware across in-car systems and cloud engineering. Hitachi will continue supporting Astemo's AI and software development through digital technology expertise. The company plans to pursue an initial public offering whilst focusing on mobility electrification and AI-driven intelligence. Astemo employs over 80,000 people globally across the Americas, Asia, Europe and Japan, operating divisions for electrification, vehicles and motorcycles. The restructuring aims to establish Astemo as a leading provider of integrated vehicle systems rather than individual components.

AVCJ
Mar 31st, 2023
JIC Capital backs Japan's Hitachi Astemo

JIC Capital, the private equity unit of Japan Investment Corporation (JIC), has agreed to take a 20% stake in automotive components manufacturer Hitachi Astemo as part of a restructuring that will see Hitachi cede majority ownership.