Recruitment & Job Information of Nihon Foton Motor Co., Ltd.
Last Updated: Monday, May 19, 2025
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BUSINESS
BUSINESS
FOTON: Innovation and Trust Leading the Mobility Society of the Future
FOTON operates globally across four core sectors: commercial vehicles, electrification technologies, new energy solutions, and smart mobility.
Since its founding, FOTON has pursued reliability and high efficiency while advancing the development of zero-emission vehicles such as electric trucks, electric buses, and electric vans.
Today, FOTON stands as a global commercial vehicle manufacturer with over 11 million units sold worldwide, actively contributing to the realization of a decarbonized society.
COMPANY
COMPANY
Company Name
Nihon Foton Motor Co., Ltd.
Address
#803 CROSS OFFICE Mita
5-29-20 Shiba, Minato-ku, Tokyo
108-0014, Japan
TEL
(+81) 3-3453-5184
CAREERS
Recruitment Information
We are currently hiring for the following positions.
If you are considering applying, please refer to the pages below for more details.
Position
Automobile Sales General Position
Openings
A few
Responsibilities
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As an assistant to the Sales Manager, you will proactively support and follow up on various tasks and operations.
① Sales activities
② Negotiations with business partners
③ Contract management
④ Preparation of various contracts
⑤ Preparation of meeting minutes
⑥ Planning and execution of sales-related initiatives -
Preparation of reports for the head office and interpretation/translation
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Other tasks as instructed by the manager
Requirements
Experience: At least 3 years of experience in corporate sales or business development
Skills: Basic knowledge of drafting and reviewing contracts
PC Skills: PowerPoint / Excel (data analysis and graph creation)
Mindset: A “startup mentality” with the ability to independently organize and improve an underdeveloped environment
Preferred
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Experience in the automotive industry (commercial vehicles, EV-related business, or parts)
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Knowledge of non-life insurance and leasing schemes
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Presentation material design skills
Profile
Candidates with work experience at a domestic automobile manufacturer
Candidates with experience in new car sales
Details
Compensation: Negotiable
Can be discussed based on experience and previous annual salary
Work Location: Tokyo (with possible short-term business trips to China)
Transportation Allowance: Provided (subject to a maximum limit)
Working Hours: 9:00–18:00
Days Off: Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
(or in accordance with the local work schedule)
Benefits: Full social insurance coverage
Probation Period: Yes (3 months)
Other: Negotiable
Process
3 rounds of interviews
Position
Commercial Vehicle Product Development
Openings
A few
Responsibilities
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Competitive Benchmark Analysis
Measure and analyze actual vehicle data on the latest models of four major domestic manufacturers, as well as EV trucks from other companies, focusing on driving performance, power efficiency, load capacity efficiency, and ease of body upfitting. -
Structural and Compliance Analysis
Identify structural issues relevant to Japan’s logistics environment, including Japan-specific body upfitting practices, maneuverability on narrow roads, and hill-climbing performance. -
Product Development and Improvement Promotion
Propose specification changes to the headquarters R&D team to better suit the Japanese market, such as V2X compatibility, charging port placement, and cabin interior improvements, and lead their implementation. -
Technical Bridge Function
Provide technical interpretation during regular meetings with the headquarters engineering team, and translate technical documents such as specification sheets and test reports. -
Type Approval and Regulatory Compliance Support
Support compliance checks with Japanese safety standards under the Road Transport Vehicle Act, and prepare technical data required for subsidy applications.
Requirements
Experience: At least 5 years of experience in design, development, or testing at an automotive manufacturer or parts manufacturer
Knowledge: Strong understanding of vehicle structures, especially chassis and powertrain systems
Skills: Ability to read and interpret CAD drawings, and prepare technical reports
License: Ordinary driver’s license required (medium or large vehicle license preferred)
Preferred
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Experience in vehicle planning or chassis design for commercial vehicles such as trucks or buses
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Knowledge of EV / high-voltage systems and battery control
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Practical knowledge of Japanese automotive safety standards and type approval certification
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Certified automotive mechanic qualification (Level 2 or above)
Profile
Candidates with experience working in the development division of a domestic automobile manufacturer
Details
Compensation: Negotiable
Can be discussed based on experience and previous annual salary
Age: No age restriction
Work Location: Tokyo (with possible short-term business trips to China)
Transportation Allowance: Provided (subject to a maximum limit)
Working Hours: 9:00–18:00
Days Off: Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
(or in accordance with the local work schedule)
Benefits: Full social insurance coverage
Probation Period: Yes (3 months)
Other: Negotiable
Process
3 rounds of interviews
Position
Automobile Mechanic
Openings
A few
Responsibilities
For BEV (Battery Electric Vehicle) Trucks:
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General maintenance and repair of faulty vehicles
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Vehicle diagnostics (including diagnostics using dedicated OBD systems)
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Preparation of vehicle maintenance-related documentation
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Training and guidance for maintenance personnel
Requirements
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Certified Automobile Mechanic (Class 2 or above) – Required
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Valid driver's license (Medium-sized vehicle license or above)
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At least 5 years of automotive maintenance experience
Preferred
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Experience in maintenance and repair of EV trucks
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Experience related to commercial vehicles, EV-related business, or automotive parts
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Experience preparing reports, manuals, training materials, and other documentation
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High-voltage electrical handling certification
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Experience as a service advisor or service front desk staff preferred
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Ability to communicate in foreign languages (English, Chinese, etc.) preferred
Profile
Candidates with maintenance experience for commercial vehicles manufactured by Isuzu, Hino, or Mitsubishi FUSO are preferred.
Applicants aged 40 and above are also welcome.
Details
Compensation: Negotiable
Can be discussed based on experience and previous annual salary.
Work Location: Tokyo (with possible short-term business trips to China)
Transportation Allowance: Provided (subject to a maximum limit)
Working Hours: 9:00–18:00
Days Off: Saturdays, Sundays, and public holidays
(or in accordance with the local work schedule)
Benefits: Full social insurance coverage
Probation Period: Yes (3 months)
Other: Negotiable
Process
3 rounds of interviews
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