Boiler (kan) Engineer
きかんし
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A professional who safely operates and monitors boilers in factories and facilities, performs maintenance inspections, and handles responses to abnormalities.
Description
Boiler engineers are professionals who operate and monitor boilers in boiler rooms of factories and buildings, managing combustion conditions, pressure, and temperature. They conduct regular inspections, cleaning, fuel replenishment, and emergency shutdown and recovery operations in the event of abnormalities, maintaining operations in accordance with safety standards. Night shifts and shift work are common, requiring an understanding of equipment characteristics and legal standards, as well as calm judgment during emergencies.
Future Outlook
While plant automation and IoT remote monitoring technologies are advancing, there are concerns about a shortage of skilled technicians due to aging. From the perspectives of safety and energy efficiency, the demand for highly specialized skilled workers is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Attentive / Calm and composed / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Boiler Engineer → Equipment Maintenance Technician → Factory Equipment Manager → Energy Manager → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Abnormality Response / Basic Machine Inspection / Boiler Operation / Fuel Management / Temperature and Pressure Measurement
Recommended Skills
Basic Piping Knowledge / Basics of Instrumentation Control / Emergency Response Procedures / Machine Maintenance Technology / Safety and Health Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Attention to detail is essential to not miss subtle numerical fluctuations or signs of abnormalities. |
| Stress Tolerance | Calmness is required even in harsh environments such as rapid responses during emergencies or night shifts. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Communication Skills | Primarily focused on equipment monitoring with little interpersonal coordination. |
| Creativity & Ideation | Work processes are standardized, so creativity is not particularly required. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Boiler Engineer
- Second-Class Boiler Engineer
- Third-Class Boiler Engineer
Aliases
- Boiler Engineer
- Boiler Operator
Related Jobs
- Equipment Maintenance Technician
- Factory Operator
- Thermal Energy Engineer