Plumbing and Sanitary Works Design Engineer
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Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical profession that designs water supply, drainage, and sanitary equipment for buildings to construct safe and efficient equipment systems.
Description
Plumbing and sanitary works design engineers handle everything from layout planning of water supply pipes, drainage pipes, sewage and rainwater pipes, sanitary fixtures, and pipe support hardware in buildings to hydraulic calculations, drawing creation, and specification preparation. They design equipment systems tailored to the building's purpose and user requirements while complying with related laws such as the Building Standards Act, Waterworks Act, and Sewerage Act. They use CAD and BIM software to create drawings and advance projects in collaboration with architects, other equipment designers, and contractors. They also participate in site surveys and completion inspections, proposing designs that consider maintainability and future renewability.
Future Outlook
With the increasing sophistication of buildings and needs for energy saving and efficient water resource utilization, demand for engineers with advanced design capabilities is expected to remain stable.
Personality Traits
Cooperativeness / Logical Thinking / Meticulous / Sense of Problem Awareness
Work Style
Office Work / On-Site Attendance / Project Team / Remote
Career Path
Assistant Engineer → Plumbing and Sanitary Works Design Engineer → Senior Engineer → Team Leader → Project Manager → Technical Director
Required Skills
CAD Operation (Piping Drawings) / Equipment Specification Preparation / Hydraulic Calculations / Knowledge of Waterworks Act
Recommended Skills
BIM / Environmentally Considerate Design / On-Site Surveys / Reading English Technical Documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Essential for logical judgment in hydraulic calculations and regulatory compliance. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Errors in pipe diameter or layout can lead to major problems. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Mathematical analysis is essential for hydraulic calculations and pipe design. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily desk work in an office. |
Related Qualifications
- Drainage Facilities Work Responsible Engineer
- Pipe Work Construction Management Technician (Second Class)
- Professional Engineer (Sanitary Engineering)
- Water Supply Facilities Work Chief Engineer
Aliases
- Sanitary Equipment Design Engineer
- Water Supply and Drainage Design Engineer
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