Building Design Engineer
たてものいしょうせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical profession that designs the exterior and spatial composition of buildings, balancing functionality and aesthetics.
Description
Building design engineers plan and design the exterior appearance and interior spatial layouts of buildings. They understand client needs through meetings, create design drawings such as floor plans, elevations, and sections while considering the Building Standards Law and local ordinances, use 3D modeling software to produce perspective renderings and presentation materials, and coordinate with stakeholders. They collaborate with structural designers, equipment designers, contractors, and interior designers to achieve designs that balance functionality, safety, cost, and environmental considerations.
Future Outlook
With the adoption of BIM and digital technologies, and increasing demand for sustainable architecture, the sophistication and diversification of design planning will advance, expanding the demand for highly specialized talent.
Personality Traits
Excellent aesthetic sense / Excellent communication skills / Good at logical thinking / Good team player
Work Style
Design Firm Employment / Full-time or Contract Employee / Project-based / Remote / Team Development
Career Path
Assistant Architect → Building Design Engineer → Senior Architectural Design Engineer → Design Department Leader → Architectural Design Firm Representative
Required Skills
Architectural Design Planning / Building Standards Law Knowledge / CAD (AutoCAD, Revit, etc.) / Drafting
Recommended Skills
3D Rendering / BIM / English Drawing Comprehension / Presentation Material Creation
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in detailed dimensions or regulation checks can have a significant impact on the design. |
| Communication Skills | Because there is a lot of coordination and proposals with customers and construction stakeholders. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Because it is necessary to create original designs. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- First-Class Architect
- Second-Class Architect
Aliases
- Architectural Design Planner
- Architectural Designer
- Design Engineer
Related Jobs
- Equipment Design Engineer
- Interior Designer
- Structural Design Engineer