Engine Piping Worker (Shipbuilding)
えんじんはいかんこう（ぞうせん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving processing, assembling, installing, and testing piping systems for ship engines based on drawings.
Description
Engine Piping Worker (Shipbuilding) processes, welds, and assembles pipes used for ship main engines and auxiliary equipment to construct appropriate fluid transport systems. Based on drawing interpretation, performs pipe cutting, bending processing, joining (welding and flange assembly), gasket installation, and bolt tightening, and conducts pressure tests and leak inspections. Work is performed at ship interior outfitting sites or in docks, where safety management is important due to confined spaces, high-altitude work, and handling of heavy pipes.
Future Outlook
Stable demand due to continued maritime transport needs and ocean development. Increasing specialization required accompanying technological advancements such as decarbonization and new fuel adaptation.
Personality Traits
Good cooperativeness / Meticulous / Physically strong / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Indoor and Outdoor Work / Shift Work / Shipboard Work / Shipyard Employment / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice → Engine Piping Worker → Team Leader → Site Supervisor → Management Position
Required Skills
Arc Welding / Cutting Machine and Grinder Operation / Flange Joint Assembly / Pipe Bender Operation / Piping Drawing Reading / Pressure Test / Safety and Health Knowledge
Recommended Skills
2D CAD Operation / English Technical Document Reading / Forklift Operation / Piping Technician
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because pipe leaks or joint defects can lead to serious accidents. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Due to frequent long hours of heavy labor, confined space work, and handling of heavy objects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Mostly routine work, with little need for creative thinking. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B4
- Piping Technician
- Slinging Skills Training
- Welding Skills Training
Aliases
- Ship Engine Piping Worker
- Ship Piping Worker
Related Jobs
- Engine Mechanic
- Piping Worker
- Shipbuilder
- Welder