Automation Machinery Development Engineer
じどうかきかいかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
An engineer who designs, develops, prototypes, and launches automation machinery and robot systems for manufacturing lines and factories.
Description
Automation machinery development engineers plan, design, develop, and implement automation equipment and robot systems in factory production processes. They design mechanical structures, electrical circuits and wiring, and program PLCs and control software to build systems combining sensors and actuators, then perform prototyping, debugging, and commissioning adjustments. They collaborate with multiple departments to improve production efficiency, stabilize quality, ensure safety, manage schedules, and optimize costs.
Future Outlook
Automation and smart factory initiatives in manufacturing are accelerating, with increasing demand. As integration with AI and IoT technologies advances, highly specialized engineers are in demand.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity or inquisitiveness / Has logical thinking / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Business Trips / Flex Time / Office Work / On-site Resident / Remote Possible
Career Path
ジュニア技術者 → シニア技術者 → リーダー／プロジェクトマネージャ → 部門マネージャ／技術部長
Required Skills
Circuit Design / Control Software Development / Mechanical CAD / PLC Programming / Sensor and Actuator Selection / System Testing
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / Image Processing / IoT Platform / Project Management / Robot Programming
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically design mechanisms and control logic. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detailed design is necessary to ensure safety and accuracy. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for dynamics calculations and application of control theory. |
| Problem Solving | To quickly resolve issues that occur on-site. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Heavy labor is minimal, mainly desk work and light adjustment tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- Applied Information Technology Engineer Exam
- First-Class Electrician
- Mechanical Design Engineer Exam
Aliases
- Automation Engineer
- Automation Machinery Engineer
- FA Machinery Development Engineer
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