Material Handling Equipment Manufacturing Engineer (Excluding Production Engineers)
にやくきかいせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
Technical position responsible for everything from creating design drawings to assembly, adjustment, testing, and quality inspection in the manufacturing process of material handling equipment such as cranes, forklifts, and conveyors.
Description
Material handling equipment manufacturing engineers collaborate with the design department in the manufacturing process of material handling equipment such as cranes, forklifts, and conveyors used in logistics and construction sites, creating manufacturing drawings, selecting parts, and developing assembly procedures. In actual assembly operations, they ensure accuracy and safety while installing parts, welding, and adjusting, and handle post-completion functional testing and quality inspections. They also analyze issues on the manufacturing line and propose and implement measures for process improvements, cost reductions, and delivery management. In recent years, knowledge of control technologies and data analysis is required to support smart manufacturing incorporating IoT and automation technologies.
Future Outlook
With the expansion of the logistics industry and advances in automation, demand for material handling equipment manufacturing is expected to remain stable or increase. In the future, development and manufacturing technologies for smart material handling equipment utilizing IoT and AI will be required, and the need for highly specialized engineers is expected to grow.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Factory Work / On-site Supervision / Overtime Available / Shift Work
Career Path
Manufacturing Engineer → Team Leader → Manufacturing Department Manager → Equipment Design Engineer → Quality Assurance Staff
Required Skills
Assembly Adjustment Technology / Manufacturing Process Management / Mechanical Drafting (CAD) / Strength of Materials
Recommended Skills
3D CAD / IoT Control Basics / Reading English Technical Documents / Welding Technology (TIG·MIG)
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute errors in the manufacturing process affect product performance and safety. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to identify causes of assembly defects or test failures and implement improvement measures. |
Related Qualifications
- Arc Welding Technician
- CAD Utilization Engineer Exam
- Mechanical Drafting Skills Certification
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