Enclosure Design Engineer (Electrical and Electronic Equipment)
きょうたいせっけいぎじゅつしゃ（でんき・でんしきき）
Industry & Occupation
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Summary
Technical role that designs enclosures (housings) for electronic and electrical equipment using 3D CAD, considering strength, heat dissipation, EMC measures, and manufacturability for structural design.
Description
Enclosure design engineers design the mechanical structures of exterior parts (enclosures/housings) for electronic and electrical equipment. They model using 3D CAD, considering strength analysis, thermal analysis, EMC measures, and DFM (Design for Manufacturability), while leveraging knowledge of material selection, surface treatments, sheet metal processing, and resin molding. In addition to creating specifications and drawings, they repeatedly prototype and evaluate, coordinate with enclosure manufacturers, prototyping departments, and circuit design departments, and promote the transition to mass production.
Future Outlook
With the spread of IoT devices and the electrification of automobiles, demand for enclosure design is on an upward trend. Advanced expertise in lightweighting, thermal management, and EMC measures is required.
Personality Traits
Cooperativeness / Curiosity or spirit of inquiry / Logical thinking / Meticulous
Work Style
Business trips / Flexitime / Office work / Partial remote OK
Career Path
Design Assistant → Enclosure Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Principal Engineer / Project Leader → Design Department Manager
Required Skills
2DCAD / 3DCAD / EMC Design / Sheet Metal Design / Strength of Materials / Thermal Analysis
Recommended Skills
3D Prototyping / CAE Analysis / DFM/DFX Knowledge / English Technical Document Reading / Surface Treatment Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to break down product requirements into structural calculations and thermal design. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because drawing errors can lead to product defects. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to solve design challenges such as heat dissipation and insufficient strength. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Examination
- Mechanical Design Technician Examination
Aliases
- Enclosure Structure Designer
- Housing Design Engineer
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