Industrial Robot Design Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
A technical position that designs and develops the mechanisms and control systems of industrial robots used in factories and similar sites.
Description
Industrial Robot Design Engineers design the mechanical structures, drive systems, sensors, and control systems of robots used in production sites, and perform prototyping and evaluation. They formulate specifications based on customer requirements and process requirements, conduct modeling and simulation using CAD/CAE. They handle prototype assembly, operation verification, and performance tuning. They collaborate with electrical and control engineers, software developers, and manufacturing departments to improve designs with mass production in mind. They may also engage in research and development of next-generation robots utilizing the latest robot technologies, IoT, and AI.
Future Outlook
Demand is on an increasing trend due to declining working-age population from aging society and growing automation needs in production sites. Abilities in next-generation robot design utilizing AI and IoT are required.
Personality Traits
Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity and inquisitiveness / Has logical thinking
Work Style
Career Path
Junior Robot Design Engineer → Senior Robot Design Engineer → Project Leader → Development Manager → Technical Department Head
Required Skills
CAD/CAE (3D Modeling and Simulation) / Control System Design / Mechanical Component Design / Robotics
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / Embedded Software Development / Reading English Technical Documents / Robot Simulation Software
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Analytical skills are required to break down system requirements into kinematics and dynamics. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High attention to detail is essential for designing precision parts. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Creativity is required to come up with ideas for new mechanisms and control methods. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Motivation to continuously learn new technologies and control methods is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical analytical skills are important for dynamics calculations and simulations. |
| Problem Solving | Problem-solving skills are needed for design challenges and prototyping troubleshooting. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work, with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Examination
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Industrial Robot Engineer
- Robot Design Engineer
- Robot Development Engineer
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