Gas Analysis Technician
がすぶんせきぎじゅついん
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A technical job that measures the composition, concentration, and properties of various gases, contributing to process control, environmental monitoring, and quality assurance.
Description
Gas analysis technicians are specialists who collect gas samples such as factory exhaust gases, atmospheric samples, and process gases, and measure composition and concentration using gas chromatographs (GC), mass spectrometers (GC-MS), and infrared spectrometers (FTIR). They perform equipment calibration, maintenance inspections, safety management, and process measurement data using analysis software or Excel. Measurement results are reported to quality control or environmental conservation departments to ensure regulatory compliance and process optimization. Duties include preparing reagents and standard gases, optimizing measurement conditions, troubleshooting, and sometimes participating in research and development or developing new measurement methods.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing due to strengthened environmental regulations and decarbonization trends. Skills in real-time monitoring using automation and IoT sensors, and AI-based data analysis, are required.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / High concentration / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Clean room / Field activities / Research institute laboratory work / Shift / Testing research facility
Career Path
Analysis Technician → Chief Technician → Analysis Leader → Research and Development Job → Quality Management Manager
Required Skills
Data Analysis / FTIR Analysis / Gas Chromatography Operation / Instrument Calibration and Maintenance / Mass Spectrometry / Safety Management Knowledge / Standard Gas Preparation
Recommended Skills
Data Processing / English Literature Reading / Environmental Law and Regulation Knowledge / IoT and Sensor Understanding / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for interpreting measurement data and selecting/setting analysis methods. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because high precision and attention to detail are required for detecting trace components. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | High mathematical ability required for processing quantitative analysis data and statistical analysis. |
| Problem Solving | The ability to identify and improve causes of malfunctions in instruments or measurement conditions is essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily indoor lab work with relatively low physical burden. |
Related Qualifications
- Environmental Metrologist (Concentration)
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B
- High-Pressure Gas Manufacturing Safety Officer
Aliases
- Atmospheric Analysis Technician
- Gas Composition Analysis Technician
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- Analytical Chemistry Technician
- Environmental Metrologist
- Quality Control Technician