Maintenance Engineer (Commercial, Production, and Business Machines)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job that supports stable equipment operation through inspection, maintenance, and repair of factory and business machines.
Description
Maintenance engineers perform regular inspections, preventive maintenance, fault diagnosis, parts replacement, and repairs on commercial, production, and business machines to maintain stable equipment operation. They require a wide range of specialized knowledge and skills, including vibration and temperature measurements using measuring instruments, disassembly and assembly based on drawings and manuals, inspection of hydraulic, pneumatic, and electrical circuits, and PLC control troubleshooting. They contribute to reducing production line downtime through early detection of anomalies and formulation of maintenance plans. There are also cases where they work as service engineers stationed at customer sites.
Future Outlook
Demand for predictive maintenance technology utilizing IoT and data analysis is expanding. Experienced technicians continue to have high demand, and acquiring digital skills is key to career advancement.
Personality Traits
Calm and composed / Sharp observation skills / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Equipment Maintenance / Factory Work / Service Engineer On-Site / Shift Work
Career Path
Junior Maintenance Engineer → Maintenance Engineer → Senior Maintenance Engineer → Maintenance Department Leader → Equipment Management Manager
Required Skills
Basic Electrical Circuits / Blueprint Reading / Disassembly and Assembly of Mechanical Devices / Maintenance Plan Creation / Vibration and Temperature Measurement
Recommended Skills
CAD Operation / PLC Control Technology / Predictive Maintenance / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because it is necessary to accurately inspect and repair without missing minute abnormalities. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because handling heavy parts and prolonged standing work are common. |
| Problem Solving | Because identifying the cause of failures and responding quickly is required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because calmness is required in emergency responses. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Because there is more routine work than creative idea generation. |
Related Qualifications
- Machine Maintenance Skills Test (Grade 3, 2, 1)
- Second-Class Electrician
Aliases
- Machine Maintenance Technician
- Maintenance Technician
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