Machinery Production Engineer
きかいせいさんぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A profession that develops, improves, and introduces production technologies for machinery and equipment in manufacturing sites to build and operate efficient production lines.
Description
Machinery production engineers play a role in improving efficiency and quality in manufacturing sites. Specifically, they plan and design production processes, select and introduce equipment, optimize line layouts, conduct trial runs and startups, perform troubleshooting, and engage in improvement activities to reduce costs and improve yield. They also analyze production conditions using statistical process control (SPC) or IoT data, and formulate quality control and maintenance plans. They collaborate with internal manufacturing and design departments, as well as external equipment manufacturers, to build processes that balance safety and productivity.
Future Outlook
Demand is expected to remain stable with the promotion of automation and digitalization (smart factories) in manufacturing. People who can respond to production innovations using IoT and AI technologies have high market value.
Personality Traits
Can pay attention to details / Has a desire for improvement / Has cooperativeness / Has problem-solving ability
Work Style
Business Trips / Factory Work / Remote Meetings / Research Institute Work / Shift Work
Career Path
Production Technology Staff → Production Technology Engineer → Production Technology Leader → Technical Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
CAD/CAM Operation / CNC Programming / Equipment Selection / Measuring Instrument Operation / Production Process Design / Statistical Process Control
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / IoT Smart Factory Technology / PLC Programming / Project Management / Robot Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because subtle differences in processes affect quality |
| Planning & Organization | Essential for planning and scheduling production processes |
| Problem Solving | Rapid identification of causes and responses are required during equipment troubles |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Engineer Exam
- Electrical Contractor
- Forklift Operation Skills Training
- Machine Maintenance Skills Certification
Aliases
- Machinery Equipment Engineer
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Production Engineer
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