Architectural Engineer (Excluding Design and Construction Management)
けんちくぎじゅつしゃ（せっけい・せこうかんりをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A profession that provides technical support such as architectural structure analysis, material testing, equipment inspections, site surveys, and quality control, excluding design and construction management.
Description
Architectural engineers (excluding design and construction management) specialize in the technical aspects of building structures, materials, and equipment, performing structural analysis, testing and evaluation of building materials such as concrete, non-destructive testing, equipment inspections, site surveys, and quality control. They collaborate with architectural design engineers and construction management engineers to create technical data and reports. Utilization of the latest technologies such as BIM and CAD modeling, drone surveying, and seismic diagnosis is also required. Emphasizing safety and regulatory compliance, they contribute to quality improvement through continuous acquisition of technical skills.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable due to the renewal of aging infrastructure and increasing needs for seismic retrofitting. With the introduction of BIM and AI technologies, roles are becoming more advanced, increasing the market value of specialized engineers.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Client-Site Assignment / Flexitime / Remote / Technical Department
Career Path
Technical Staff (Architecture) → Senior Engineer → Technical Consultant → Specialist Leader → Research and Development
Required Skills
CAD/BIM Operation / Material Testing / Non-Destructive Testing / On-Site Surveying and Measurement / Quality Control / Structural Calculation
Recommended Skills
CAD/BIM Utilization / Drone Surveying / Programming (Python, MATLAB) / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for structural analysis and evaluation of test data. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is required because even minor errors directly impact safety. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical abilities are required for structural calculations and data analysis. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to develop solutions for material properties and on-site issues is necessary. |
Related Qualifications
- BIM Utilization Engineer Exam
- Concrete Diagnostician
- Non-Destructive Testing Engineer (Level 2)
Aliases
- Architectural Technician
Related Jobs
- Architectural Construction Management Engineer
- Architectural Design Engineer
- Civil Engineer