Electrical Measurement Instrument Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
でんきけいそくきはつぎじゅつしゃ
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Summary
Technical role responsible for developing measurement principles for electrical measurement instruments, implementing signal processing algorithms, calibration, performance evaluation, etc. (excluding mechanical design).
Description
Electrical measurement instrument development engineers research and implement evaluation, testing, and calibration technologies for instruments that combine various sensors and circuits to achieve accurate measurements. They primarily develop signal processing algorithms, implement firmware and control software, establish calibration methods, and conduct performance evaluation tests to improve measurement accuracy and reliability. They also engage in verifying new measurement principles, creating prototypes, and compliance testing with various standards and regulations. Excludes mechanical design, with main work areas being hardware circuit design, software development, and test analysis.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of IoT and Industry 4.0, demand for precision measurement instruments is increasing. The importance of personnel handling high-precision measurement technology in new applications such as autonomous driving and renewable energy fields is growing.
Personality Traits
Attentive to details / Curious and inquisitive / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Contracted Projects / Field Testing / In-House Product Development / Laboratory Work
Career Path
Measurement Instrument Development Engineer → Senior Measurement Engineer → R&D Leader → Development Manager → Laboratory Director
Required Skills
AD/DA Converter Knowledge / Calibration Techniques / Data Analysis / Firmware Development / Signal Processing Algorithms
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / FPGA Development / Reading English Technical Documents / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Ability to quantitatively analyze signal characteristics and error factors is essential. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Detecting and correcting minute errors is essential for improving measurement accuracy. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | New sensor technologies and standards are frequently updated. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Due to handling large amounts of data analysis and statistical processing. |
| Problem Solving | Ability to identify, reproduce, and resolve abnormal factors during testing is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly lab and desk work with little heavy physical labor. |
Related Qualifications
- 公認計量士
- 技術士（電気電子部門）
Aliases
- Electrical Measurement Device Development Engineer
- Measurement Instrument Development Engineer
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