Machine Tool Development Engineer (Excluding Design)
こうさくきかいかいはつぎじゅつしゃ（せっけいをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
Technical role responsible for developing control systems for machine tools, performance verification, prototype fabrication, etc. Unlike the design department, it does not perform detailed mechanical structure design and specializes in control logic and test evaluation.
Description
Machine Tool Development Engineer (Excluding Design) utilizes CNC (Numerical Control) and PLC (Sequence Control) to develop and optimize control systems and processes for machine tools, and handles prototyping, verification, and evaluation of prototypes. Detailed mechanical structure design is handled by the design department, so the main tasks include control algorithms, sensor data processing, FI software development, and analysis and improvement of machining accuracy. It also includes reliability testing toward commercialization, maintainability evaluation, and support for adjustments and startup during mass production, requiring knowledge spanning machinery, electricity, and control.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of smart factories and IoT adoption, demand for high-precision control and big data analysis is increasing. Due to the sophistication of automation technology, highly specialized personnel are required.
Personality Traits
Good at Logical Thinking / Has Patience / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
In-house Lab Work / Manufacturing Plant Experiments / Product Launch / Team Projects
Career Path
Junior Development Engineer → Development Engineer → Senior Development Engineer → Test Leader → Development Manager → Product Development Director
Required Skills
Basic CAD/CAE Knowledge / CNC Programming / Control Theory / Measurement Analysis / PLC Programming
Recommended Skills
IoT and Sensor Understanding / Programming / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for analyzing and optimizing complex control parameters. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Required because micron-level machining accuracy management is needed. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Need to quickly acquire new technologies and machining methods. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Quantitative analysis of machining conditions and control parameters is important. |
| Problem Solving | Necessary for identifying causes of malfunctions and devising improvement measures. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and laboratory tasks. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Engineer Examination
- Fundamental Information Technology Engineer
- Mechanical Maintenance Skills Master
Aliases
- Machine Tool Development Engineer
- Process Development Engineer
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