Ironmaking Machinery Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
A technical role that prototypes, evaluates, and improves mechanical equipment in ironmaking plants to enhance productivity and safety. Does not include design work, specializing in experiments, analysis, and on-site adjustments.
Description
Ironmaking machinery development engineers are specialists who perform prototyping, performance evaluation, analysis, and on-site adjustments for mechanical equipment such as blast furnaces, converters, and rolling mills in ironmaking plants. They identify issues through the design and assembly of experimental equipment, vibration and strength analysis, data collection, and statistical analysis, and implement improvement proposals. Supervising tests at steelmaking sites or research institutes and coordinating with other departments are also important tasks.
Future Outlook
With the growing needs for energy saving and decarbonization in the ironmaking industry, the importance of improving existing equipment and developing new technologies is increasing. The promotion of smart plant transformation using AI and IoT will keep supply and demand stable.
Personality Traits
Has a strong sense of responsibility / Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity or inquisitiveness / Has logical thinking
Work Style
Business Trips / Lab Work / OJT Training / Project-based / Test Supervision
Career Path
Development Engineer → Senior Development Engineer → Team Leader → Project Manager → Technical Director
Required Skills
Control Engineering / Data Analysis / Plant Testing Technology / Statistical Analysis / Strength of Materials / Vibration and Strength Analysis
Recommended Skills
CAE Analysis / Data Analysis / IoT Sensor Technology / Project Management / Reading English Literature
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to logically interpret complex experimental results and data to identify issues. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | To ensure the accuracy of safety and performance evaluations. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is required to acquire the latest technologies such as new materials and control technologies. |
| Problem Solving | To identify the causes of troubles occurring on-site and implement improvement measures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly centered on data analysis and evaluation tasks, with little heavy labor. |
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Aliases
- Plant Development Engineer
- Steel Machinery Development Engineer
- Steelmaking Plant Engineer
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