Carbide Production Engineer
かーばいどせいさんぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical role that uses electric furnaces to cause high-temperature reactions between calcium oxide and coke, manufactures calcium carbide, manages quality, and optimizes production efficiency and safety.
Description
Carbide production engineers, in plants manufacturing calcium carbide (CaC2), design, monitor, and optimize a series of production processes including raw material blending, electric furnace operation management, cooling, crushing, and screening. They manage furnace temperature and power consumption using process control systems and measuring instruments, and check impurities and moisture content through quality tests and chemical analysis. They also handle root cause analysis for equipment troubles, maintenance oversight, compliance with safety regulations, and planning initiatives to improve energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
Future Outlook
Amid increasing demands for environmental regulations and energy efficiency improvements, the need for process enhancements and new technology introductions will continue. Demand for engineers with specialized knowledge is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Excellent Observation Skills / Good at Logical Thinking / Has Desire for Improvement / High Safety Awareness
Work Style
3-Shift System / On-Site Work / Regular Maintenance / Team Work
Career Path
Production Operator → Junior Process Engineer → Senior Process Engineer → Process Development Engineer → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Chemical Analysis / Electric Furnace Operation Control / Process Control / Quality Management / Understanding of Safety Management Regulations
Recommended Skills
Heat Calculation / IoT Sensor Technology Introduction / Plant Simulation / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required for optimizing raw material formulations and reaction conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because trace amounts of moisture or impurities affect product quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Analysis of quantitative data such as production volume and energy consumption is required. |
| Problem Solving | Need to quickly analyze and resolve causes of in-furnace troubles or quality defects. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Energy Manager
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B, Type 4)
- High-Pressure Gas Manufacturing Safety Officer
Aliases
- Carbide Manufacturing Engineer
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