Plant Piping Design Engineer
ぷらんとはいかん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
A technician who designs piping systems, creates detailed drawings, and performs stress analysis in plant facilities.
Description
Plant piping design engineers specialize in designing piping systems for transporting fluids in large-scale plants such as chemical plants, power plants, and refineries. Based on process design drawings (P&ID), they determine optimal piping routes and create layouts using 3D CAD (PDMS, CADWorx, etc.). They draw isometric drawings and detailed drawings, perform material selection, support design, and insulation design. Additionally, they ensure safety and efficiency through stress analysis using tools like CAESAR II and fluid dynamics considerations. After design, they coordinate with procurement departments and on-site construction teams, handling problem-solving and change management at the site.
Future Outlook
Stable outlook due to demand from renewable energy and environmental plant construction, as well as replacement of aging equipment. Increasing use of BIM/CAD technologies and digital twins will further demand high-level specialized design skills.
Personality Traits
Work Style
Career Path
Assistant Engineer → Senior Piping Design Engineer → Team Leader → Project Manager → Consultant
Required Skills
3D CAD (Operation) / Isometric Drawing Creation / Layout Design / P&ID Reading / Stress Analysis
Recommended Skills
Applied Fluid Dynamics Knowledge / CAESARII / Materials Engineering / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Logical thinking is required to translate process requirements into piping systems. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Errors in dimensions or materials can lead to large-scale problems. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Calculations for fluid dynamics and stress analysis are required. |
| Problem Solving | Ability to resolve piping interferences and stress issues is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
Aliases
- Pipeline Design Engineer
- Piping Design Engineer
- Plant Piping Engineer
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