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Nurturing Mechatronic Engineers for the Field: An Online Seminar

In the wake of a serious shortage of mechatronic engineers, especially in the manufacturing sector, companies face ongoing challenges in securing talent through traditional hiring of experienced individuals. With an increasing pool of candidates possessing relevant science backgrounds and a strong passion for manufacturing, there's still a hindrance in bringing these potential hires on board due to the heavy burdens of on-the-job training (OJT) present in many workplaces.

In response to these challenges, Will Group, a comprehensive human resources service provider based in Shinjuku, Tokyo, is hosting a free online seminar titled "How to Nurture Mechatronic Engineers for the Field: Practical Training Schemes and Utilization of Dispatch" on June 25, 2026. This seminar will delve into effective techniques to transform potential talent into actual assets for the workforce, while minimizing the strain on existing staff through OJT.

The upcoming seminar aims to address multiple pain points around hiring and training mechatronic engineers. It will highlight how organizations can foster the growth of inexperienced individuals into capable dispatched engineers ready for real-world application. Attendees will learn about the innovative training schemes employed by Will Group and gain insights into new human resource strategies that can maintain productivity in development and manufacturing settings while securing engineer resources without over-relying on internal OJT. This contemporary approach to human resource development reflects the urgent need for businesses to adapt to a rapidly changing landscape in engineering fields.

Who Should Attend?

The seminar is particularly beneficial for:

• - HR and recruitment personnel who are struggling with hiring experienced mechatronic engineers and seeking alternative methods to secure new talent.
• - Leaders in design, development, and manufacturing departments who wish to secure competent engineers without increasing the burden of OJT on their teams.

Seminar Details

Date and Time:

• - June 25, 2026 (Thursday) 14:00 - 15:00 (On-demand broadcast: June 26 - July 2, 2026)

Participation Fee:

• - Free

How to Join:

The seminar will be conducted via Zoom. Interested participants can register here.

Program Schedule:

1. Part 1: How to Nurture Mechatronic Engineers for the Field: Practical Training Schemes and Utilization of Dispatch
2. Part 2: Q&A Session (Pre-submission of questions is encouraged)

In this Q&A segment, instructors will address questions received beforehand from participants.

Speaker:

Ando En, Leader of the Manufacturing Engineering Group at Will Group's Strategy Promotion Department, will lead the seminar. He has been at the forefront of adopting and advancing strategies in recruiting, training, and technical dispatch of mechatronic engineers. Ando has been instrumental in nurturing promising talent—regardless of their educational background—through unique training schemes and deploying them directly into development environments, thereby resolving various organizational challenges.

As a reputable player in specialized human resource services, Will Group extends its offerings beyond technical fields, including roles in sales, call centers, and caregiving. This multidisciplinary approach enables the company to foster a highly skilled workforce aligned with its vision of becoming a “Chance-Making Company.” This vision reflects Will Group's commitment to believing in the potential of every individual, providing more work opportunities, and promoting diverse working styles.

For additional information, visit Will Group's comprehensive job information site.

Company Overview

• - Company Name: Will Of Work, Inc.
• - Headquarters: 3F, Keio Shinjuku 3-Chome Building, 1-24 Shinjuku 3-chome, Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan
• - Established: January 1997
• - CEO: Hideo Murakami
• - Capital: 990 million yen
• - Number of Employees: 4,608 (as of March 31, 2025)
• - Website: https://willof-work.co.jp/