Civil Architectural Design Engineer
どぼくけんちくせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Design engineering position involving planning, structural calculations, and drawing creation for infrastructure such as roads, bridges, and tunnels, as well as architectural structures.
Description
Civil architectural design engineers handle public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, tunnels, and water/sewage systems, as well as architectural structures. Based on site survey results, laws, regulations, and standards, they perform design calculations using knowledge of structural mechanics and materials engineering, and create construction drawings and specifications. While coordinating with clients and contractors, they balance economy, constructability, and durability, utilizing BIM/CIM for modeling and addressing environmental assessments.
Future Outlook
With the increase in demand for infrastructure renewal and disaster prevention measures, and the promotion of CIM utilization through DX, the demand for design engineers is expected to increase steadily.
Personality Traits
Excellent Communication Skills / Meticulous / Problem-Solving Oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Designer → Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Design Chief → Project Manager → Consultant
Required Skills
CAD Operation / Structural Calculation Software Operation / Structural Soil Environmental Engineering / Understanding of Laws and Standards
Recommended Skills
BIM/CIM Operation / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents / Surveying Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it requires logical consideration of complex structural calculations and design conditions. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small mistakes in drawings or calculations can have serious consequences. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced mathematical abilities are required for structural calculations and quantity calculations. |
| Planning & Organization | Because it requires developing the optimal design plan under constraints such as budget and schedule. |
| Problem Solving | Because it requires proposing solutions to challenges from site conditions and legal regulations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical load is relatively low. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Architect
- Land Surveyor
- Professional Engineer (Construction)
- RCCM
- Second-Class Architect
Aliases
- Architectural Design Engineer
- Civil Design Engineer
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