Petroleum Product Manufacturing Engineer (Excluding Production Engineers)
せきゆせいひんせいぞうぎじゅつしゃ（せいさんぎじゅつしゃをのぞく）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Manufacturing Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Manufacturing Engineers
Summary
A field technical job that operates and manages the refining and manufacturing processes of petroleum products, maintaining product quality and equipment safety.
Description
Petroleum Product Manufacturing Engineer (Excluding Production Engineers) is responsible for operating and managing the refining and manufacturing of petroleum products such as gasoline, diesel, kerosene, and lubricating oils at refineries and petrochemical plants. Monitors and adjusts temperature, pressure, and flow rates using control systems like DCS, and conducts quality checks using analytical instruments. In case of abnormalities, quickly identifies causes and implements measures. It is also important to create inspection plans based on safety and environmental regulations and collaborate with the maintenance department, supporting 24-hour plant operations through shift work.
Future Outlook
Japan's petroleum refining industry will continue production adjustments due to changes in energy supply and demand and decarbonization policies, but demand for advanced specialization of technical experts is expected to be maintained through shifts to advanced chemical products and biofuels, and promotion of DX.
Personality Traits
Calm and Composed / Good Team Player / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Plant Operator → Shift Leader → Operations Manager → Quality Assurance Staff → Plant Manager
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / DCS Operation / Industrial Chemistry / Process Instrumentation / Safety Management (HSE)
Recommended Skills
Data Analysis / PLC Programming / Predictive Maintenance / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because analysis of process parameters is necessary. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute numerical fluctuations directly affect product quality. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because quantitative calculations such as chemical reactions and flow calculations are frequently required. |
| Problem Solving | Because quick identification of causes and implementation of measures during abnormalities are required. |
| Stress Tolerance | Because there are many sudden trouble responses and emergency responses. |
| Collaboration & Teamwork | Because operation management is performed in collaboration with field departments and maintenance departments. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Improvement tasks are limited as operations basically follow established procedures. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly monitoring tasks in the control room, with little heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Hazardous Materials Handler Class B Type 4
- High Pressure Gas Manufacturing Safety Manager
- Second-Class Boiler Engineer
Aliases
- Petroleum Product Manufacturing Engineer
- Petroleum Product Operations Engineer
- Petroleum Product Plant Engineer
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