Electric Refrigeration Machine Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical position responsible for the research and development of electric refrigeration equipment, conducting performance evaluations and verification of control technologies.
Description
Electric Refrigeration Machine Development Engineers (excluding design) are specialized technicians who prototype, test, and evaluate electric refrigeration equipment using refrigeration cycles and control technologies. Based on knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics, they pursue performance improvements and energy savings, handling tasks such as analysis of experimental data, vibration and noise evaluations, and compliance tests for environmental regulations. While collaborating with mechanical design and electrical design departments, they verify control circuits and algorithms, and analyze failure causes to improve product reliability.
Future Outlook
With improvements in energy efficiency and stricter environmental regulations, demand for developing high-efficiency, low-environmental-impact refrigeration technologies is expanding. Research and development of smart controls using IoT and AI, and technologies compatible with next-generation refrigerants, will become increasingly important in the future.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Curious or inquisitive / Good at logical thinking / Patient
Work Style
Business trips / Field testing / Laboratory work / Team work / Technical department
Career Path
Junior Development Engineer → Senior Development Engineer → Project Leader → Development Manager → Head of Research and Development Department
Required Skills
Basic electrical circuits / Basic knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics / Data analysis / Refrigeration cycle (compressor operation) / Sensor actuator control
Recommended Skills
CAE analysis / Operation of measuring instruments and sensors / Programming / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for analyzing test data and identifying issues. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is necessary to not miss subtle performance differences or anomalies. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to continuously acquire the latest technologies such as new refrigerants and control methods. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical abilities for thermodynamic calculations and statistical data analysis are required. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for investigating causes of defects occurring in tests and developing countermeasures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly laboratory work, with little heavy labor. |
Aliases
- Electric Refrigeration Machine Development Engineer
- Refrigeration Machine Development Engineer
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