Machine Tool Production Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
Develops and improves mass production processes for machine tools, achieving high-quality and high-efficiency production through machining condition settings, jig design, and NC programming.
Description
Machine tool production engineers are specialists who plan, develop, and improve mass production processes for products using CNC machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and machining centers. They optimize machining conditions, select cutting tools, perform NC programming, design jigs, and consider setup operations to achieve both high productivity and quality. They promote defect reduction and machining time shortening through machining simulations, and also handle cost reduction and traceability management. Additionally, designing production line layouts, considering the introduction of automation equipment, and providing technical guidance to on-site workers are important roles.
Future Outlook
With the advancement of smart factories, IoT, and AI implementation, the development and optimization of advanced mass production technologies will be required, and the demand for engineers is expected to increase steadily.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Day Shift / Domestic Business Trips / Flex System Depending on Company / Office and Factory Combined / Team System
Career Path
Production Technology Staff → Production Technology Leader → Production Technology Manager → Manufacturing Department Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
CAD/CAM / Measurement and Inspection Technology / NC Programming (G Code) / Tool Selection and Cutting Condition Setting
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / Project Management / Quality Management / Robot Automation Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Necessary for optimizing machining conditions and analyzing defect causes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute changes in cutting conditions affect quality. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Necessary to acquire new tools and machining technologies. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculation of cutting speed and feed rate is required. |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for mass production launch and process planning. |
| Problem Solving | Because investigating causes of machining troubles and developing countermeasures occurs frequently. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work and light on-site work. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Engineer Exam (2D/3D)
- Machining Center Skill Certification
- NC Lathe Skill Certification
- Quality Management Certification
Aliases
- Machine Tool Process Engineer
- Machine Tool Production Engineer
- Machining Process Engineer
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