Electric Welding Machine Manufacturing Engineer (excluding production engineers)
でんきようせつきせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ（せいさんぎじゅつしゃをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical position responsible for design, development, testing and evaluation, and quality control of electric welding machines.
Description
Electric welding machine manufacturing engineers handle the design, development, evaluation, and mass production of electric welding machines used in arc welding, spot welding, and similar processes. They design power electronics circuits, develop control algorithms, select transformers and inverters, and perform technical verifications such as thermal management and EMC countermeasures. They conduct performance tests and reliability tests on prototypes, establish mass production processes for products that meet quality standards, and collaborate with mechanical design, production engineering, quality assurance, and procurement departments to promote product development that considers cost, delivery time, and safety.
Future Outlook
Demand is steadily increasing for high-function welding machines for the automotive industry and construction machinery, as well as adaptations to smart factories. Demand is also expanding in EV and renewable energy fields. The need for specialized engineers is expected to increase steadily.
Personality Traits
Analytical mindset / Cooperative / Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous
Work Style
In-House Work / Laboratory Evaluation Work / Partial Remote Possible / Project Team / Research and Development
Career Path
Junior Development Engineer → Senior Development Engineer → Development Leader → Development Manager → R&D Department Head
Required Skills
CAD (Circuit Design) / Circuit Simulation / Control Circuit Design / Electrical Circuit Design / Embedded Programming / Measurement Equipment Operation / Power Electronics
Recommended Skills
EMC Design / English Technical Document Reading / IoT Network Knowledge / Software Quality Management / Thermal Analysis (FEM)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is essential for electrical circuit design and fault analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because selection of minute parts and wiring mistakes affect performance. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because new technologies and standards change rapidly. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | High mathematical ability is required for calculations in electricity, heat, and mechanics. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for identifying failure causes and developing improvement measures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office or testing room work. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Special Training
- Machine Maintenance Skills Test
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Electric Welding Machine Development Engineer
- Welding Machine Design Engineer
- Welding Machine Engineer
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