Mechanical Development Engineer - AC Generator

BU1 Powertrain and Charging

Together, we move the world—we’ve been doing it for over 100 years. At MAHLE, as a leading international development partner and systems supplier to the automotive industry, we pursue the objective of making mobility more efficient, more environmentally friendly, more convenient, and more economical. As part of our dual strategy, we are working both on the intelligent combustion engine for the use of hydrogen and other nonfossil fuels and on technologies for fuel cells and e-mobility.

MAHLE generated sales of €11.3 billion in 2025. Employing just under 65,000 people at 127 production locations and 11 technology centers, the company is represented in 28 countries. (as at: 12/31/2025). Join our MAHLE team! #weshapefuturemobility

Your Contribution

As a Mechanical Development Engineer, you will be responsible for the development and design change activities of AC generators and DC motors used in a wide range of mobility applications, including motorcycles, outboard engines, and snowmobiles. Working closely with cross-functional teams such as Manufacturing Engineering, Purchasing, and Sales, you will contribute to enhancing product value and performance. As part of a lean and highly skilled organization, you will enjoy a high level of ownership and gain broad experience in engineering and project management.

• Development and design change activities for AC generators and alternators
• Development and design change activities for DC motors and BLDC (Brushless DC) motors
• CAE analysis related to the above products, including structural analysis and electromagnetic field analysis
• Mass production support and continuous improvement activities in collaboration with manufacturing sites and related department

Your Experience and Qualification

• Practical experience in mechanical/structural design and structural analysis
• Knowledge and hands-on experience in generator and motor performance evaluation and development
• Knowledge of magnetic field analysis
• Knowledge and practical experience in durability testing and reliability evaluation
• Experience in the development and mass production launch of mechatronic products

Our Offering;

We will provide a collaborative environment working on exciting assignments, along with ongoing personal & career development opportunities.

We encourage you to apply even if you don't meet every single requirement. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!

After receiving your online application, the interview process will typically be, once your profile will get shortlisted.

#DiversityMatters with our inclusive culture, we welcome applications from all social, religious & ethnical backgrounds, disabilities both mental and physical, identities (gender) and neurodivergent people.

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Facts about the job

Entry level: Experienced hires

Part- / Full-time: Full Time

Functional area: Production

Department: BU1 Powertrain and Charging

Location: Numazu-shi, JP

Company: MAHLE Electr. Drives (JP)

Closing date for applications
Don't waste any time, apply while the position is online.

Your future at MAHLE

As a team player and someone who thinks ahead, you can deploy all your skills with us. In cooperation with colleagues from different countries and areas, you contribute in designing the mobility of the future. When selecting MAHLE, you choose trend-setting technologies and strategies. Are you interested in working with us and developing efficient and environmentally-friendly solutions, optimising existing products, and turning innovative ideas into reality? Then MAHLE is the right address for you.

Shape the future with us.