Diesel Engine Installer (Rail Vehicles)
でぃーぜるえんじんとりつけこう（てつどうしゃりょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Manufacturing technician who installs diesel engines on the frames or bogies of rail vehicles, secures them with fixings, piping, and wiring, and performs operational checks.
Description
The Diesel Engine Installer (Rail Vehicles) works as a machine assembler on production lines or factories for rail diesel vehicles, mounting the engine body to the car body or bogie, managing torque for bolts and nuts, connecting fuel, cooling, and exhaust piping, and wiring the electrical systems. Subsequently, engine startup tests and checks for abnormal sounds and vibrations are conducted to verify performance and safety. Required are reading assembly drawings, moving heavy objects using cranes or forklifts, adjusting work procedures through teamwork, and complying with safety regulations.
Future Outlook
Although the trend toward dieselization of rail vehicles is limited, demand for updating existing vehicles and maintenance continues. With the increase in hybrid and battery vehicles, acquiring new technologies is expected to contribute to future stability.
Personality Traits
Good Team Player / High Safety Awareness / Meticulous / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Machine Assembler → Team Leader (Assembly Foreman) → Process Manager → Quality Manager → Factory Production Manager
Required Skills
Crane Operation (Slinging) / Engine Structure Knowledge / Mechanical Drawing Reading / Piping and Wiring Work / Torque Wrench Operation
Recommended Skills
Basic Welding Knowledge / English (Manual Reading) / Mechatronics / Preventive Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because errors in assembly accuracy or torque management directly affect operational safety. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to handling heavy engines, prolonged standing work, and repetitive tasks. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work is primarily based on prescribed procedures, and originality is not required. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operator
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B Type 4)
- Slinging Skills Training
Aliases
- Diesel Engine Assembler
- Diesel Engine Installer
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