Automotive Glass Development Engineer
じどうしゃガラスかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Other Development Engineers
Summary
A technical position responsible for developing glass products that meet safety and comfort standards, from material selection and design to performance evaluation, prototyping, and mass production of automotive glass.
Description
Automotive glass development engineers handle material selection for glass components used in automobiles, adjustment of chemical compositions, design of tempered glass and laminated structures, and consideration of coating technologies. They conduct various tests such as impact resistance, sound insulation, and UV cut performance, and evaluate performance using CAE analysis and statistical analysis. They are responsible for everything from prototyping to optimization of mass production processes, compliance with quality standards and safety regulations. They collaborate with project teams inside and outside the company to put new technologies and materials into practical use while considering costs and delivery schedules.
Future Outlook
With the spread of electrification and autonomous driving, and increasing demands for safety and lightweighting, the need for research and development of high-function glass and smart glass is on an expanding trend. Further material innovations and advancements in process technologies are expected in the future.
Personality Traits
Cautious and meticulous / Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity or inquisitiveness / Has problem awareness
Work Style
Domestic and International Business Trips / Laboratory Work / On-site Supervision / Project Team System
Career Path
Researcher → Senior Engineer → Team Leader → Project Manager → Director of Technology
Required Skills
CAE (Thermal Structural Analysis) / Chemical Analysis / Design of Experiments / Material Evaluation / Optical Evaluation Technology / Statistical Analysis
Recommended Skills
Adhesive Technology / English Paper Reading / PVD and CVD Technology / Programming (Python, MATLAB) / Project Management Tools
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is essential for optimizing materials and manufacturing processes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is needed to avoid overlooking minute defects or failures. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous acquisition of new materials and technologies is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical analytical skills are necessary for analyzing test data and performing statistical processing. |
| Problem Solving | Advanced problem-solving skills are required to investigate the causes of performance issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly laboratory and desk work, with low physical demands. |
Aliases
- Automotive Glass Engineer
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