Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Equipment)
めんてなんすえんじにあ（でんききき）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who inspects, maintains, and repairs electrical equipment in factories and plants to support stable equipment operation.
Description
Maintenance Engineers (Electrical Equipment) specialize in motors, control panels, transformers, and other electrical equipment in manufacturing sites and plants. They conduct regular inspections, troubleshoot issues, perform repairs, and maintain stable equipment operation. When failures occur, they use testers, insulation resistance meters, and other measuring instruments to identify fault locations, then replace parts or make adjustments. They also formulate and implement preventive maintenance plans for long-term operation, create maintenance records, and perform work in compliance with safety standards. Through information sharing in teams and collaboration with equipment designers, they contribute to preventing troubles in advance and building efficient maintenance systems. In recent years, state monitoring using IoT sensors and fault prediction technologies using AI are advancing, and data analysis skills are also required.
Future Outlook
With the spread of predictive maintenance using IoT sensors and AI, data analysis skills will be emphasized. Meanwhile, as equipment becomes more advanced and regulations strengthen, demand for skilled maintenance engineers is expected to remain high.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Cooperative / Curious or inquisitive / Problem-solving oriented / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Client-site resident / Flex time / Night shifts / On-site resident / Shift work
Career Path
Junior Maintenance Engineer → Maintenance Engineer → Senior Maintenance Engineer → Maintenance Department Leader → Equipment Management Manager
Required Skills
Basic Circuit Design Knowledge / Distribution Board Structure Understanding / Maintenance Record Management / Measuring Instrument Operation / Protective Relay
Recommended Skills
CAD Design (Wiring) / English Technical Document Reading / IoT Sensor Operation / PLC Programming / Predictive Maintenance
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Ability to logically isolate the cause of failures is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Necessary to inspect and repair without missing even small abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Required due to handling heavy equipment and prolonged standing work. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for analyzing failure causes and developing countermeasures. |
Related Qualifications
- Second-Class Electrician
- Third-Class Electrical Chief Engineer
Aliases
- Electrical Equipment Maintenance Engineer
- Equipment Maintenance Technician
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