Jig and Tool Design Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
Technician who designs and develops jigs, fixtures, and other tools used in manufacturing sites to improve production efficiency and quality.
Description
Jig and tool design engineers are specialists who design and develop jigs, fixtures, mold parts, etc., used in mass production lines for automobiles, electronic devices, mechanical parts, and more. Based on product and process requirements, they create design drawings using 3D CAD, considering tolerances, strength, and material properties to perform detailed tool design. They fabricate and evaluate prototypes, verifying assemblability, operability, and safety. They collaborate with manufacturing and quality control departments to make improvements and support mass production startup. In recent years, integration with IoT sensors and automation equipment, as well as design verification using CAE/FEM analysis, are also required.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of smart factories and automation, demand is increasing for IoT-compatible jigs and tools and designs for automation equipment. Stable demand is expected as a key to manufacturing efficiency and quality improvement.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Curious and inquisitive / Good at logical thinking / Meticulous / Problem-solving oriented
Work Style
Career Path
Jig and Tool Design Assistant → Jig and Tool Design Engineer → Chief Designer → Design Manager → Production Technology Director
Required Skills
3D CAD Operation / CAM Operation / Manufacturing Process Knowledge / Mechanical Drawing Interpretation / Strength of Materials / Tolerance Design
Recommended Skills
CAE Analysis / Cost Estimation / English Technical Document Reading / IoT and Sensor Understanding / Quality Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | To break down manufacturing requirements into mechanical elements and design optimal jigs and tools. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because the accuracy of dimensional tolerances and strength calculations directly affects quality. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly resolve on-site defects and assembly issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- 3D CAD Utilization Technician Examination
- CAD Utilization Technician Examination
- Mechanical Drawing Skills Test
Aliases
- Jig Design Engineer
- Jig and Fixture Design Engineer
- Tool Design Engineer
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