Engineering jobs for foreigners in Japan not requiring Japanese

Academic Position - Structural Engineering

Application Requirements: - Education: Ph.D. required at the time of application. - Skills: Capability to teach and supervise in English; an interdisciplinary approach to education and research; engagement with local communities, industry, and international collaboration; willingness to improve Japanese communication skills. Application Process: 1. Submit online documents including resume and lists of educational and research achievements, among others. 2. Candidates will go through a two-round selection process: first, document screening, followed by interviews (including research presentations). 3. The application deadline is October 3, 2025, with potential hiring commencing on April 1, 2026. Contact: For inquiries, reach out via email or phone as provided in the detailed job posting. Tokyo Metropolitan University offers an academic position within the Faculty of Urban Environmental Sciences, focusing on Structural Engineering and related fields. The university aims to enhance educational contributions through a new program established by 2027, promoting collaboration and research that aligns with community and global needs. Candidates interested in contributing to both educational and social aspects within an international, diverse environment are encouraged to apply.

Pre-Sales Engineering Manager

Roles and Responsibilities: - Lead the creation and management of technical offerings for customer response documents and projects such as RFI, RFP, and RFQ. - Manage all technical engagements with customers and partners, including technical requests, meetings, trials/POC, demos, and road shows. - Define and guide technical strategies and solutions tailored to each project/account. Requirements: - Minimum of 3 years of experience in pre-sales positions at a Telecommunications vendor. - A relevant academic degree is required; a degree in Communications Engineering is a significant advantage. - Experience engaging with telecom companies, utilities, and government customers. - Familiarity with international companies and remote headquarters. - Strong knowledge of system integration is required. - Excellent planning and analytical skills, with the ability to assess customer needs. - Strong presentation skills. - Deep knowledge in areas such as Carrier Ethernet, MPLS/IP, NFV, Switching, Routing, and Ethernet OAM. - Familiarity with cellular networks, carriers, and critical infrastructure in Japan, Korea, and Taiwan. - Native Japanese speaker with business-level English proficiency. - Willingness to travel more than 50% of the time.

Researcher in Nuclear Science and Engineering

This position is focused on advancing research in nuclear science and engineering with an emphasis on computational methods and safety research. Applications are accepted online through the JREC-IN Portal. The successful applicants will be notified of their results in September 2025, with potential starting dates negotiable for Ph.D. candidates who graduate after April 1, 2026.

Gemini 2.0 Frontier! Engineering in the Era of AI Agents

In this seminar, we will explain the latest generative AI, focusing on Gemini 2.0, and explore the future of engineering brought about by AI Agents. Specifically, we will discuss the changes in the development environment due to AI and the skills needed to create new value. Participants can agree to receive further event information and content useful for job changes by consenting to information provision via email. The seminar is free of charge, and no resume is required. Participation is free. It is especially recommended for engineers interested in AI technology. With the increasing online work environment and remote work, understanding the latest technologies is becoming increasingly important.

Engineering Manager Japan - Remote

Zeals is a leading tech company revolutionizing customer interactions and purchases through conversational technology and automated chat solutions. With over 480 enterprise clients in Japan and significant funding secured, Zeals aims to expand globally, particularly into the U.S. market, while enhancing online customer service experiences akin to those found in physical stores. As Engineering Manager, you will guide engineering teams, ensuring the delivery of projects and individuals who excel in their roles. You will adapt to the evolving needs of the organization while fostering a collaborative and innovative team culture. Key Responsibilities: - Build and nurture high-performing engineering teams. - Drive project execution and delivery of high-quality products. - Shape the technical strategy and scalable architecture of solutions. - Ensure quality and reliability in product offerings. - Promote transparency through cross-team collaboration. - Make strategic decisions based on data analysis. - Optimize operational efficiency and cost-effectiveness. - Attract, hire, and retain top engineering talent. Qualifications: - Minimum of 3 years management experience with cross-functional teams. - Strong knowledge of backend and frontend technologies, APIs, and microservices. - Excellent communication skills, particularly with technical personnel. - Proven project management and strategic planning abilities. - History of delivering integrated solutions that solve business needs. Preferred Qualifications: - Proficient in Japanese (business or native level). - Understanding of cultural differences and dynamics in tech. - Background knowledge in chatbots, AI, marketing, and SaaS. Benefits: - Competitive salary with performance reviews twice a year. - 10 days of annual leave in the first year plus national holidays and breaks. - Visa support for the right candidates. - Flexible, remote-first working environment. - Housing allowances and club activity funds. - Monthly social events including a casual beer gathering.

Tenure-track Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering, Machinery Dynamics

The Tokyo University of Agriculture and Technology (TUAT) is seeking a tenure-track Associate Professor. The position aims to recruit a candidate committed to high standards in scholarship and professional activities. The successful candidate will have access to an independent laboratory, a startup budget, and research funding while enjoying reduced administrative and teaching duties. The appointee will be expected to deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in their expertise areas, contributing significantly to the university’s educational goals. The research area is primarily in Machinery Dynamics, Robotics, Vehicle System Dynamics, and Control Engineering related to these fields. Candidates will undergo evaluations at the 3rd and 5th anniversary of their appointment to assess their research promise, with the possibility of promotion to tenure depending on the evaluation outcomes. Annual Salary: ¥7,000,000 - ¥9,000,000 Working Hours: 08:30 - 17:15 with a discretionary labor system of 7 hours and 45 minutes per day. Holidays: Saturday, Sunday, National Holidays, New Year holidays, and additional leave policies. Qualifications: - Educational Requirement: A PhD obtained within the last 6 years from the application deadline. - Experience: Research experience as a postdoctoral fellow or similar for several years is required. Japanese language proficiency is welcomed but not mandatory. Employment Type: Regular employee, nontenured during the tenure-track period of 5 years. Start Date: 2025/09/01 Application Deadline: 2025/05/09 Materials to submit include an application form, representative publications, summary of research contributions, future research plan, education plan, and a recommendation letter if available. The university observes a strict policy on smoking, allowing it only in designated areas. All application documents are disposed of responsibly after review. Interviews may be conducted online for candidates located far away.

Architectural and Civil Engineering / Construction Management

■Resume and work history written in Japanese are required (There is a possibility that your application will not be processed if you only have English documents). ■We are a recruitment agency conducting this recruitment on behalf of the companies seeking employees. ■Japanese N1 required. ■Required: - Years of experience required (job type): No experience in job type OK - Required Years of experience (industry): No industry experience OK - Other experience required: None (complete lac

Pre-Sales Engineering Manager

The role involves leading the creation and management of the entire technical end-to-end offering for clients, ensuring the feasibility of proposed solutions. The job opportunities listed are primarily full-time positions based across various cities in Japan, including Tokyo and Yokohama. Each job typically targets professionals with relevant industry experience and includes a range of responsibilities from technical support and project management to senior finance and marketing roles.

Assistant Professor

Kyoto University is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Computational Science Research Laboratory at the Academic Center for Computing and Media Studies (ACCMS). This position is primarily focused on applying computational methodologies to civil engineering, promoting interdisciplinary research and collaboration in a high-performance computing environment. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. and demonstrate a strong research background in various fields of civil engineering.

Facility Fire Protection Engineer

Key Role: As a Facility Fire Protection Engineer, you will play a critical role in ensuring fire safety across facilities. Your primary responsibilities will involve identifying fire-related risks and determining effective strategies to mitigate these risks. You will design systems to safeguard against fire hazards and analyze fire safety measures for various structures. Responsibilities: - Analyze, formulate, and recommend facility fire protection requirements, ensuring safety for both personnel and environments. - Lead fire hazard analyses and solution development for facility planning and management. - Examine building uses, industrial processes, and design, install, and maintain fire detection/suppression systems. - Recommend systems for fire mitigation, detection, control, or suppression. Basic Qualifications: - 3+ years of experience in fire protection engineering. - Familiarity with the International Building Code (IBC), National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) standards, and industry-standard fire protection measures. - Ability to obtain a Secret clearance. - Bachelor’s degree in Engineering. - Professional Engineering Certification. Additional Qualifications: - Experience with Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) construction drawing sets. - Knowledge of specialized fire protection systems including wet/dry systems and alarms. - Master’s degree in Engineering preferred. - National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) Certification is a plus. This position is based in Uruma City, Okinawa, Japan. The job does not support remote work and is classified under job number R0207246. Booz Allen Hamilton offers various career development opportunities, emphasizing a people-first culture that supports employee well-being and growth.

ML Engineer / Audio Machine Learning Engineer

You will be responsible for the development and operation of ML models related to speech recognition and NLP, as well as backend development to provide the developed ML models as a service. Development Environment: - Language (Machine Learning): Python - Language (Backend): Python, TypeScript - Machine Learning Libraries: scikit-learn, PyTorch amptalk Inc. offers a wide range of job opportunities, including sales, customer success, and engineering positions. In sales roles, the focus is primarily on acquiring new customers, while the customer success team plays a crucial role in building relationships with clients and supporting business growth. Additionally, technical positions are available in frontend engineering and machine learning, allowing you to engage with cutting-edge technologies.

CTO Candidate

- Salary: Negotiable based on experience. - Location: Central Kichijoji. - Working hours: Full-time. - Job description: Development of technology strategy and leadership of engineering team. - Required qualifications: Strong background in engineering and management experience. - Benefits: Incentive system based on results. In my English conversation program, we provide a curriculum based not only on English conversation skills but also on neuroscience, behavioral economics, and psychology, fostering the growth of our staff. It is a workplace where many women are actively involved, with a robust system in place for childcare leave and more. We welcome inexperienced individuals, and we have a support system to challenge counselor roles. Depending on the job position, you can aim to improve your skills in an English-speaking work environment.

Facility Fire Protection Engineer

As a Facility Fire Protection Engineer, you will design and analyze methods to identify and reduce fire-related risks to protect people and property. You will be responsible for providing fire protection requirements and recommendations through space utilization studies and forecasting. Your duties will include analyzing fire hazards and developing mitigation strategies, including the design and maintenance of fire detection and suppression systems. Basic Qualifications: - 3+ years of experience in fire protection engineering - Knowledge of fire dynamics, structural and mechanical systems, risk management, and safety codes (IBC, UFC, NFPA, ANSI, ASCE) - Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field - Professional Engineering Certification - Ability to obtain a Secret clearance Additional Qualifications: - Experience with MEP construction drawing sets - Knowledge in design engineering of fire protection systems (wet, dry, pre-action, mass notification, etc.) - Master’s degree in Engineering - NICET Certification Compensation: The salary range for this position is $77,500.00 to $176,000.00 USD annually, dependent upon location and experience. Booz Allen provides comprehensive employee benefits including health, retirement, and professional development. Commitment to Diversity: Booz Allen is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination.

System Engineer (Solution Engineer)

At Accenture Innovation Center Fukushima, you will participate in various projects, supporting local governments, corporations, and citizens in solving their challenges as an IT technology expert. Specifically, your responsibilities will include: - Requirements definition through communication with client IT group representatives - Work instructions and acceptance with offshore teams - Design, development, testing, and migration of applications using Java and .NET - Application development related to integration with core systems - Design, construction, and implementation of new business systems leveraging social, mobile, big data analytics, cloud, and IoT technologies. Project Examples: - Smart City Support: Promoting smart city initiatives in the Aizu region to enhance citizen services. - Digital Platform for Small and Medium Manufacturing Businesses: A project aimed at revitalizing local communities by improving productivity of small and medium-sized manufacturing industries across Japan. Qualifications: - Experience in system development using open development languages, primarily Java - Experience in application development for iOS and Android - Experience in implementing packaged products like SAP and Oracle EBS - Quality management skills based on software engineering principles - Application design experience (considering availability and security) - English proficiency (approximately TOEIC score of 650) - This position is full-time. This role offers a chance to hone your professional skills by leveraging modern IT technology at Accenture Innovation Center Fukushima, while engaging with local social issues and global projects. The environment is naturally enriching, making it a comfortable workplace.

Professor or Associate Professor in Water Science

Responsibilities: - Teaching: Conduct lectures at both undergraduate and graduate levels, mainly in Hydraulics and Water Sciences. Expect to teach courses such as Specialized Subjects in Water Science, Civil and Environmental Engineering Laboratory, Hydraulics Seminar, and Advanced Water Sciences. - Research: Engage in research within the fields of Hydraulics, Hydrology, River Engineering, and Coastal Engineering. - Administrative Duties: Participate in various clerical tasks and committee responsibilities, requiring a proactive attitude towards acquiring Japanese language skills to enhance collaboration with local staff. Qualifications: 1. Education: Ph.D. in a relevant field at the time of application. 2. Language: Proficiency in English is mandatory; willingness to learn Japanese is required. 3. Experience: Demonstrated ability to foster interdisciplinary education and research. 4. Engagement: Willingness to contribute to social contributions and internationalization initiatives. Working Conditions: - Salary: 8 million - 11 million yen per annum for Professors; 7 million - 9 million yen for Associate Professors, based on experience and job role. - Working Hours: 09:00 - 17:45, with a one-hour break. - Holidays: Standard Japanese holidays plus additional leave benefits. Application Process: - Deadline: Applications are accepted from July 4, 2025, to October 3, 2025. - Documents Required: Resume, lists of educational, research achievements, a description of research contributions, and a plan for future activities submitted electronically. - Selection Process: Document screening followed by interviews (including a research presentation) from November 14-17, 2025.

Joint Tactical Coordinator

Coordinate tactical operations between different military units, ensuring strategic alignment and situational awareness. Booz Allen Hamilton offers a diverse range of career opportunities in defense, technology, and consulting. With positions available across the globe, including roles in engineering, analysis, software development, and operational support, you can find a meaningful career that contributes to national security and technological innovation.