Piping Design Engineer
かんこうじせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
Technical job that plans and designs piping systems such as water supply/drainage, sanitation, and firefighting equipment in buildings and facilities.
Description
Piping design engineers are specialists who design piping systems such as water supply and drainage equipment, sanitation equipment, and firefighting equipment in buildings. Considering site conditions, legal regulations, and constructability, they optimize piping routes, select materials, perform pressure loss calculations, create drawings, and more. They collaborate with architectural designers, structural designers, construction managers, and clients to produce detailed design drawings that verify constructability during the construction phase. Proficient in laws and standards, their core work involves design using CAD tools, but perspectives on project management and cost control are also required.
Future Outlook
Stable demand for job openings is expected due to equipment renewal needs from building energy efficiency improvements and aging countermeasures. Demand is also increasing for designs integrating with IoT equipment for smart buildings.
Personality Traits
Cooperative / Good at identifying problems / Meticulous
Work Style
Client On-site / Office Work / Project-based / Team Development
Career Path
Design Assistant → Junior Design Engineer → Piping Works Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Design Leader → Department Head
Required Skills
Building Regulations / CAD Operation / Drawing Creation / Fluid Dynamics Basics / Piping Design / Pressure Loss Calculation
Recommended Skills
BIM / Energy Evaluation Analysis / Project Management / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Advanced logical thinking is required for optimizing complex piping routes. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because mistakes in piping interferences directly lead to design defects. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | High quantitative analytical skills are required for fluid dynamics and pressure loss calculations. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- Building Equipment Engineer
- Chief Water Supply Equipment Works Engineer
- Firefighting Equipment Engineer
- Piping Works Construction Management Engineer
Aliases
- Equipment Design Engineer
- Piping Design Engineer
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