Brewing Engineer (Excluding Development Engineers)
じょうぞうぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Food Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical position that manages the production processes of alcoholic beverages and fermented foods, responsible for quality improvement and stable supply.
Description
Brewing engineers support the manufacturing processes of alcoholic beverages such as beer, sake, and wine, as well as fermented foods like miso and soy sauce, from a technical perspective. They handle raw material selection and preparation, fermentation temperature and time management, optimization of aging conditions, quality inspection and analysis, hygiene management, equipment maintenance, and more, aiming to balance production efficiency and quality. They also engage in process improvements, standardization, mass production adaptations, new line setups, and utilize knowledge in microbiology and chemistry to achieve stable product supply.
Future Outlook
With growing interest in craft beer and local sake, demand for specialized brewing engineers remains stable. Smart factories utilizing IoT and automation technologies are advancing, increasing the importance of data analysis skills.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Excellent observation skills / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Brewing Engineer → Senior Brewing Engineer → Production Technology Leader → Quality Control Manager → Factory Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager
Required Skills
Fermentation Process Management / Hygiene Management / Microbiological Testing / Quality Inspection and Analysis (HPLC・GC)
Recommended Skills
Food Chemistry / Reading English Literature / Recipe Development / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Must not miss even minute changes to maintain product quality. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is required for introducing new yeasts or production methods. |
| Problem Solving | Requires identifying causes during fermentation issues or quality defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor work with minimal heavy lifting. |
Related Qualifications
- Brewmaster
- Food Hygiene Manager
Aliases
- Brewer
- Brewmaster
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