Packaging Machine Design Engineer
にづくりきかいせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
Technical position responsible for designing and developing mechanical devices used for packaging and packing.
Description
Packaging Machine Design Engineers design and develop various mechanical devices used for packaging, packing products, and in logistics lines. They handle mechanism design using 3D CAD, strength analysis, and control requirement considerations based on customer requirements and production capacity. They are responsible for evaluating prototype machines and supporting startup at manufacturing sites. They provide automation, labor-saving, and environmentally friendly solutions, collaborating with project teams, manufacturing departments, and external vendors.
Future Outlook
Demand is steadily increasing due to growing needs for automation and labor reduction in packaging and logistics. Adaptation to smart packaging technologies utilizing IoT and AI is required.
Personality Traits
Creative thinking / Curious and inquisitive / Logical thinking / Meticulous
Work Style
Career Path
Design Assistant → Junior Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Design Leader → Project Manager → Technical Department Manager
Required Skills
3DCAD / Machine Element Design / Manufacturing Process Knowledge / Mechanism Design / Strength Analysis (FEM)
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / Material Mechanics / PLC Control / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for logically designing the specifications and structure of packaging machines. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional errors affect machine performance. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Necessary for dynamics calculations and quantitative analysis of material properties. |
| Problem Solving | Important for solving troubles occurring on the manufacturing site. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly office work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Mechanical Design Technician Exam
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