Compound Feed Development Engineer
はいごうしりょうかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Other Development Engineers
Summary
A specialist who designs compositions, prototypes, and analyzes compound feeds to meet the nutritional requirements of animals such as livestock and farmed fish, aiming to maintain health and improve productivity.
Description
Compound feed development engineers are specialists who analyze the nutritional components of raw materials and design, prototype, and evaluate optimal formulation ratios for the purpose of maintaining animal health and improving productivity. They utilize knowledge in nutrition and chemistry for cost management and safety verification, and advance product improvements based on data from manufacturing sites and test breeding. Additionally, they contribute to sustainable livestock and aquaculture industries by exploring alternative raw materials that reduce environmental impact and introducing quality control methods.
Future Outlook
Due to increasing global food demand and interest in sustainability, the need for optimal feed development is growing, and stable demand is expected.
Personality Traits
Attentive to Details / Good at Logical Thinking / Has Curiosity and Inquisitiveness
Work Style
Career Path
Compound Feed Researcher (Junior) → Senior Researcher → Research and Development Leader → Product Manager → Laboratory Manager
Required Skills
Animal Nutrition / Chemical Analysis Equipment Operation / Feed Component Analysis / Prototyping Management / Statistical Analysis
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading Ability / HPLC Operation / Near-Infrared Spectroscopy Analysis / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to scientifically consider components and nutritional balance. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision is required in component analysis and quality testing. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because continuous acquisition of knowledge on new materials and analysis methods is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to identify the causes of issues during the prototyping stage and develop improvement plans. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly centered on laboratory and desk work, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Feed Manufacturing Manager
Aliases
- Animal Feed Researcher
- Feed Development Engineer
Related Jobs
- Animal Nutritionist
- Feed Manufacturing Technician
- Livestock Technician
- Research and Development Position