Automation Machinery Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
じどうかきかいかいはつぎじゅつしゃ（せっけいをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
A technical position responsible for creating control programs (excluding the design process), conducting test runs, adjustments, on-site implementation, and troubleshooting for automation equipment in production lines and factories.
Description
Automation Machinery Development Engineers (Excluding Design) are responsible for specification review, control program development, HMI/SCADA construction, robot teaching, sensor and actuator adjustments, test runs and verification, on-site commissioning, and field troubleshooting for automation equipment in production lines and factories. Based on machine specifications created by the design department, they implement, adjust, and optimize control systems to improve production efficiency and quality. This role also requires project management and client negotiations.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing due to the advancement of smart factories. Integration with IoT/AI technologies is progressing, requiring the cultivation of highly skilled personnel.
Personality Traits
Has ambition / Has cooperativeness / Has problem-solving orientation / Is calm and composed
Work Style
Business Trips / Flexitime / In-house Development / Night Shift / On-site at Client
Career Path
Junior Automation Engineer → Senior Automation Engineer → Process Engineer → Project Manager → Technical Director → Consultant
Required Skills
Electrical Circuit Knowledge / HMI/SCADA Development / Knowledge of Sensors and Actuators / Network Communication / PLC Programming / Robot Teaching
Recommended Skills
Basic CNC Knowledge / Data Collection Analysis / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents / Robot Vision Systems
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To logically analyze equipment and manufacturing processes and clarify automation requirements. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minor adjustment errors can directly lead to production defects or machine failures. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because automation technology evolves rapidly, requiring continuous knowledge acquisition. |
| Problem Solving | Because rapid cause identification and countermeasures are required during on-site troubles. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because it is necessary to withstand high pressure when responding to line stoppages. |
Related Qualifications
- Machine Maintenance Skills Master
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Automatic Machine Engineer
- FA Engineer
- Production Automation Engineer
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