Engine Test Worker (Automobile Repair Shop)
えんじんてすとこう（じどうしゃしゅうりこうじょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A job that measures and evaluates automobile engine performance, exhaust gases, vibrations, noise, etc., using a dynamometer and performs data analysis.
Description
Engine test workers, in automobile repair shops or test facilities, use chassis or engine dynamometers to evaluate various engine performances including output, torque, fuel efficiency, emissions, vibration, and noise. They configure measurement equipment, manage operating conditions, collect and analyze data to detect faults or abnormalities, propose performance improvements, and contribute to engine quality assurance and enhancement.
Future Outlook
While demand is on a decreasing trend amid the electrification of internal combustion engine vehicles, there is continued demand in hybrid vehicles, rare car maintenance, and engine research and development fields, with expected demand through transition to electric powertrain test technicians.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Engine Mechanic → Automobile Mechanic → Test Evaluation Engineer → Development Engineer → Quality Assurance Engineer
Required Skills
Chassis Dynamometer Operation / Engine Performance Measurement / Exhaust Gas Measurement Equipment Operation / Vibration and Noise Measurement
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / Engine Control Systems / English Literature Reading Ability
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To avoid missing minute data changes or anomalies. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Numerical skills are important for analyzing measurement data and creating graphs. |
| Problem Solving | Essential for identifying abnormal values or failure causes during tests. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Primarily uses existing methods, so creativity is not highly required. |
Related Qualifications
- Automobile Inspector
- Automobile Mechanic (Grade 2 Gasoline/Diesel)
Aliases
- Engine Dynamometer Technician
- Engine Performance Evaluator
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