Electric Welding Machine Design Engineer
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Summary
Responsible for power supply circuits, control systems, and mechanism design of electric welding machines, developing welding units for manufacturing equipment as a technical position.
Description
Electric welding machine design engineers utilize inverter circuits, control circuits, and power electronics technology to design power units for welding machines. They conduct prototype evaluations considering heat management, safety standards (JIS, IEC), cost, and reliability, and propose optimal specifications for customers' production lines. In the mass production phase, they engage in improving manufacturability, parts selection, and quality control, collaborating with mechanical design, manufacturing, and testing departments to advance product commercialization. They are required to learn the characteristics of the latest materials and semiconductor elements and respond to technological trends.
Future Outlook
With the increasing demand for precision welding in automation, EV welding machines, semiconductor manufacturing equipment, etc., the demand for highly specialized design engineers will steadily increase.
Personality Traits
Cautious and Meticulous / Has Curiosity and Inquisitiveness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Flex / Laboratory / Office Work / Remote
Career Path
Design Assistant → Electrical Design Engineer → Senior Electrical Design Engineer → Team Leader → Development Department Manager
Required Skills
Control Programming (C/C++, PLC) / Electrical CAD / Power Supply Circuit Design / SPICE Simulation
Recommended Skills
Basic CAD Operation / CFD Analysis / FPGA Design / High-Speed Switching Elements / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for complex circuit design and specification analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High precision is required to maintain safety and quality. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Essential to acquire new technologies and material properties. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for circuit characteristic calculations, thermal analysis, etc. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for defect analysis and improvement during prototype evaluation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Engineer Examination
- Professional Engineer (Electrical and Electronics Department)
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Electric Welding Machine Engineer
- Welding Machine Design Engineer
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