Piston Ring Design Engineer
ぴすとんりんぐせっけいぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Automotive Development Engineers
Summary
Technical role designing piston rings for automotive engines to optimize wear resistance and sealing performance.
Description
Piston ring design engineers develop ring components that maintain airtightness between the combustion chamber and crankcase while resisting wear and thermal expansion. They perform shape design using CAD, stress and thermal analysis using FEM and CFD, material selection, and tolerance setting, repeating prototyping → actual machine evaluation → improvement. They are required to address engine efficiency, emission gas regulations, and balance cost and mass productivity.
Future Outlook
With the progress of electrification, demand for ICE parts is decreasing, but needs for hybrid engines and high-efficiency technologies remain. Expertise in new materials and surface treatment technologies will be a strength.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Logical thinker / Meticulous / Patient
Work Style
Flex Time System / Office Work / Partial Remote Work Possible / Project-based
Career Path
Junior Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → CAE Engineer → Development Project Leader → Technical Manager
Required Skills
CAD / FEM Analysis Software / Heat and Fluid Dynamics / Mechanical Engineering / Tolerance Design
Recommended Skills
CFD Analysis / English Technical Document Reading Ability / Programming (Python, MATLAB) / Project Management
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Required due to the need to logically analyze and design complex mechanical behaviors. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute tolerance settings affect performance and durability. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Required due to frequent numerical analysis and quantitative analysis of material properties. |
| Problem Solving | Essential ability to solve design challenges based on analysis results and test data. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Mechanical Design Technician Exam (Optional)
- Ordinary Motor Vehicle Driver's License
Aliases
- Engine Parts Design Engineer
- Ring Design Engineer
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