Bridge (ryou) Design Technician
きょうりょうせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical position responsible for structural design of bridges. Designs safe and economical bridges through load analysis, material selection, and structural calculations.
Description
Bridge design technicians conduct preliminary designs based on geological data from site surveys and traffic loads, then proceed to detailed designs using CAD and structural analysis software. They perform allowable stress calculations, seismic checks, durability evaluations, and create design drawings and specifications. They also coordinate with government agencies and clients, verify compliance with design standards, and provide technical support for maintenance, repair, and management plans. In recent years, the adoption of BIM/CIM and automated analysis tools has been advancing.
Future Outlook
Stable demand continues due to infrastructure aging countermeasures and seismic reinforcement needs. Business efficiency is expected to improve with the utilization of CIM/BIM technologies and AI analysis.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good teamwork / Logical thinking / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Flexitime / Office Work / On-site Work / Partial Remote / Project-based
Career Path
Design Assistant → Bridge Design Technician → Senior Design Technician → Project Leader → Structural Design Manager → Consultant
Required Skills
Bridge Design Knowledge / CAD (AutoCAD・Civil3D) / Design Standards Knowledge / Seismic Design / Soil Mechanics / Strength of Materials / Structural Analysis / Structural Mechanics
Recommended Skills
BIM・CIM / English Technical Document Reading / GIS / Programming (Analysis Automation) / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it requires logical analysis of complex loads and structural conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because design errors directly impact safety. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative analysis skills are essential for structural calculations. |
| Problem Solving | Because it requires deriving solutions to design constraints and issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- First-class Architect for Structural Design
- First-class Civil Engineering Construction Management Technician
- Professional Engineer (Civil Engineering Division)
Aliases
- Bridge Design Engineer
- Bridge Structural Design Technician
- Bridge Technician
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