Diesel Engine Fitter (Marine)
ディーゼルきかんとりつけこう（せんぱく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Occupation involving the assembly, installation, adjustment, and test operation of diesel engines mounted on ships.
Description
Marine Diesel Engine Fitters assemble, install, and adjust diesel engines and auxiliary equipment for ships at shipyards or repair docks, and conduct test runs and performance inspections. Tasks include bolting engine blocks, installing flywheels and crankshafts, connecting fuel and cooling pipes, and checking lubrication and exhaust systems, requiring precise adjustments using torque wrenches and measuring instruments. Under safety and quality management, they work efficiently in teams, and upon completion, hand over to ship engineers or maintenance teams.
Future Outlook
Stable demand continues with increasing maritime transport needs. Advancements in labor-saving measures and IoT require advanced skills and the use of digital tools.
Personality Traits
Cautious / Good Team Player / Physically Fit / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Indoor and Outdoor / Long Hours Standing Work / Project-Based / Shift Work / Team Work
Career Path
Apprentice Machine Assembler → Machine Assembler → Supervisor → Leader → Technical Supervisor → Overseas Plant Assembly
Required Skills
Bolt Fastening Management / Machine Assembly Skills / Measuring Instrument Operation / Piping Construction Skills / Setting Adjustment / Torque Management / Welding Skills
Recommended Skills
3D Drawing Reading / Crane Operation / Quality Control / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Even minor misalignments can cause engine vibration or failure. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Handling heavy machinery parts and working in confined spaces requires significant physical stamina. |
| Problem Solving | Required to identify causes of defects during installation or adjustment issues. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Work mainly follows prescribed procedures, with little need for major conceptual changes. |
Related Qualifications
- Crane Operation Skill Training
- Gas Welding Skill Training
- Slinging Skill Training
Aliases
- Marine Diesel Engine Fitter
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