Water Supply Design Engineer
じょうすいどうせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Specialist who plans and designs water supply and distribution systems for water supply and sewerage facilities to build safe and efficient water supply networks.
Description
Water supply design engineers plan water supply facilities such as water supply networks from water purification plants to consumers, pumping stations, and storage tanks, and create design drawings and specifications. Using knowledge of hydraulics and fluid dynamics, they perform water pressure calculations and select appropriate pipe diameters, materials, and pump performance. They also use CAD and GIS to examine piping routes and installation locations, and perform designs that consider terrain, soil conditions, and environmental factors. Based on relevant laws and regulations and design standards, they create design proposals that consider safety, durability, and economy, and coordinate with government agencies, municipalities, and private companies.
Future Outlook
Demand for renewal and improvement designs remains stable amid growing needs for infrastructure aging countermeasures, energy saving, and resource conservation. Utilization of IoT and digital twins advances, making digital skills increasingly important.
Personality Traits
Careful and Cautious / Good at Logical Thinking / Has Cooperativeness / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Consulting Design / Flexitime / Government and Local Government Employment / Office Work / Project-based
Career Path
Junior Design Engineer → Design Chief → Senior Design Engineer → Project Manager → Technical Advisor/Consultant
Required Skills
CAD Operation / Fluid Dynamics Basics / GIS / Hydraulic Calculation / Piping Design / Waterworks Related Laws and Regulations
Recommended Skills
BIM / 3D Modeling / English Document Reading / Programming / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because advanced logical thinking is required for hydraulic calculations and flow analysis, etc. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small calculation errors can lead to serious problems. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical skills are essential for complex water pressure calculations and flow analysis, etc. |
| Problem Solving | Because the ability to solve design challenges tailored to site conditions is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer
- Pipe Work Construction Management Engineer
- Professional Engineer (Construction Department - Water Supply and Sewerage)
- Waterworks Technical Manager
Aliases
- Water Supply Engineer
- Waterworks Design Engineer
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