Industrial Furnace Design Engineer
こうぎょうろせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
Mechanical engineer who designs and develops structures and heat processing processes for high-temperature furnaces.
Description
Industrial furnace design engineers are responsible for the design and development of high-temperature furnaces such as metal heat treatment furnaces, ceramics firing furnaces, and glass melting furnaces. They use CAD and simulation technologies to perform heat conduction and fluid analysis, optimizing energy efficiency and temperature uniformity. They select insulation and refractory materials, design control systems, ensure compliance with laws and regulations, and conduct safety evaluations. They collaborate with manufacturing departments and project teams to adjust test furnaces, perform on-site surveys, and balance maintainability and costs.
Future Outlook
Due to demands for energy efficiency improvement and decarbonization, demand for design involving advanced technologies such as energy-saving furnaces and hydrogen furnaces is on the rise.
Personality Traits
Cautious and meticulous / Has cooperativeness / Has curiosity or inquisitiveness / Has logical thinking
Work Style
Contracted Work / In-house Development / Office Work / On-site Investigation / Project-based
Career Path
Design Engineer → Senior Engineer → Project Leader → Technical Manager → Consultant
Required Skills
CAD Operation / Fundamentals of Control System Design / Knowledge of Mechanics of Materials and Thermodynamics / Thermal Analysis (FEM)
Recommended Skills
CFD Analysis / Programming (Python, MATLAB) / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for design involving heat conduction and fluid analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small design mistakes can be fatal for ensuring the safety of high-temperature equipment. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because high mathematical ability is required for thermal analysis and strength calculations. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to investigate causes and take measures for unexpected temperature unevenness or material defects. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam (Grade 2 or higher)
- First-Class Boiler Technician
Aliases
- Furnace Body Design Engineer
- Industrial Furnace Engineer
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