Date: Jun 5, 2026
Location: Tokyo, Tokyo, JP, 104-0061 Fukuoka, Fukuoka, JP, 812-0011 Nagoya, Aichi, JP, 450-0003 Nagano, 20, JP, 390-0852 Osaka, Osaka, JP, 556-0022 Unitta, Osaka, JP, 556-0022 Hiroshima, Hiroshima, JP, 730-0042
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Company: Gates Corporation
Are you inspired by challenging the status quo? Do you thrive in collaborative environments that drive results? If so, Gates could be for you.
Gates is a leading manufacturer of application-specific fluid power and power transmission solutions. We push the boundaries of material science to engineer solutions that continually exceed customer expectations.
Let's simplify it, think belts and hoses. Found in motorcycles, conveyor belts, cars, tractors, blenders, vacuum cleaners, bicycles, & 3D printers just to name a few. Because why not do it all?
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned beyond the core functions listed below.
Directly support assigned OE 2-wheel & powersports customers through:
Analytical calculations
Technical presentations for business development
DFMEA and DVP&R reviews
Prototype design and/or procurement
Manage testing requirements and execution supporting DVP&R or other customer requests
Customer point contact for all customer technical communication
Troubleshoot customer issues and offer expedient support as required
Manage internal testing to support global product or system development
Observe and report field trends, issues, or needs to global team as appropriate
Support overall business development goals and needs
Keys to Success
Acquires general knowledge of principles and practices of related fields, and ability to function on multidisciplinary teams.
Has knowledge of best practices and how own area integrates with others; is aware of the competition and the factors that differentiate the company in the market
Requirements and Preferred Skills
QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Bachelor of Engineering Degree (or equivalent) – Mechanical or Electrical desirable
Minimum of 5 years of experience
Knowledge of 2-wheel motorcycles or scooters a plus
Knowledge of powersports vehicles (side by sides, ATV, UTV) a plus
Knowledge of electric vehicle powertrains a plus
Knowledge of power transmission belts or applications a plus
REQUIRED SKILLS:
Knowledgeable across full spectrum of typical engineering core competency
Renaissance growth mindset
Ability to meet deadlines and demonstrates effective time management skills
Excellent business ethics and integrity
Strong team player, proactively able to step in to support other team members as needed and share knowledge to allow cross training of all functions, builds collaborative relationships.
Self-directed and motivated with insight and ideas to motivate sales teams
Strong communication skills including presentation & negotiation skills
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
1. Domestic travel expected up to 30% time to customer and Gates facilities
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Majority exposure to internal and external office environment. Partial exposure to internal and external industrial manufacturing environments.
WHY GATES?
Founded in 1911 in Denver, Colorado, Gates is publicly traded on the NYSE. While we might operate in a vast amount of time zones we operate as 'One Gates' and have a common goal of pushing the boundaries of materials science. We invest in our people, bringing real-world experience that enables us to solve our customers' diverse challenges of today and anticipate those of tomorrow.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Gates is an Equal Opportunity and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, age, disability, pregnancy, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other consideration defined by law.
