Civil Design Engineer
どぼくせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical profession that designs infrastructure structures such as roads, bridges, and dams. Considers terrain, environmental conditions, and legal regulations to handle planning and design of safe and economical structures.
Description
Civil design engineers are specialists responsible for designing structures in public infrastructure such as roads, bridges, rivers, and dams, as well as private facilities. Based on analysis of survey data, they conduct geotechnical and structural analysis, load calculations, and create drawings using CAD and specialized software. They consider constructability, cost, seismic resistance and durability, and coordinate with related departments and government agencies. Utilizing the latest technologies such as BIM/CIM and GIS, they achieve efficient and highly accurate designs.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to infrastructure aging countermeasures and increasing disaster prevention and mitigation needs. Business efficiency is advancing through DX such as BIM/CIM utilization.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / Meticulous / Proficient in Logical Thinking / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Design Firm Employment / Flexitime / In-House Design / Office Work / Remote Possible
Career Path
Design Staff → Senior Design Engineer → Leader/Chief Engineer → Project Manager → Technical Consultant
Required Skills
CAD (AutoCAD・Civil3D) / Civil Engineering Fundamentals / Structural Calculations / Survey Data Analysis
Recommended Skills
BIM・CIM / GIS / Programming (Automation) / Reading English Technical Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for structural calculations and terrain analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in details can affect the safety of the structure. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Structural calculations and numerical analysis of survey data are essential. |
| Problem Solving | Because solving design challenges according to site conditions is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office work, with relatively low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Concrete Chief Technician (RCCM)
- Land Surveyor
- Professional Engineer (Construction Division)
Aliases
- Civil Designer
- Civil Structural Design Engineer
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