Public Sewerage Design Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Public sewerage design engineers are technical professionals who design sewerage facilities and pipeline systems for cities and regions. They handle technical studies, calculations, and drawing creation to achieve proper treatment and disposal of wastewater and rainwater.
Description
Public sewerage design engineers specialize in designing sewer networks, manholes, pump stations, treatment plants, and more, and also develop plans for updating and maintaining existing facilities. They conduct flow calculations, simulations using hydraulic analysis software, detailed drawing creation with CAD, compliance checks with relevant laws and Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport and Tourism standards, and coordination with government offices and local residents. Utilizing knowledge from geological surveys, soil properties, and structural mechanics, they are required to balance safety and economy while reducing environmental impact.
Future Outlook
Demand will remain stable due to the need to update aging urban sewerage systems from the perspectives of disaster prevention and environmental considerations. With advances in smart sewerage, IoT, and water circulation research, there will be demand for personnel capable of handling advanced technologies.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Meticulous / Proficient in logical thinking / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Construction Design / Government Agency Employment / Office Work / Partial Remote Work Allowed / Project Team System
Career Path
Sewerage Design Engineer → Chief Engineer → Section Chief/Director (Water and Sewerage Division) → Consultant → Professional Engineer
Required Skills
Basic Surveying Knowledge / CAD Operation / Hydraulic Analysis / Public Civil Engineering Design Standards / Structural Mechanics and Fluid Dynamics
Recommended Skills
BIM・CIM / GIS / Project Management (PMBOK) / Reading English Papers / Risk Assessment
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for fluid dynamics and piping network analysis. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because accurate dimensions and calculation errors directly impact construction costs and safety. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced quantitative analysis such as flow calculations and cost estimates is essential. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning ability is important for simultaneously managing multiple facility designs and project schedules. |
| Problem Solving | Technical solutions are required for site conditions and sudden issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office work, so physical strain is low. |
Related Qualifications
- First-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer
- Professional Engineer (Water Supply and Sewerage Department)
- Second-Class Civil Engineering Construction Management Engineer
Aliases
- Sewerage Design Engineer
- Sewerage Engineer
- Sewerage Planner
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