Precision Equipment Engineer
せいみつききぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Mechanical Development Engineers
Summary
A technical position responsible for design, prototyping, evaluation, and mass production technology of equipment requiring high precision.
Description
Precision equipment engineers handle the design, development, evaluation, establishment of manufacturing processes, and maintenance of machines requiring high precision, such as semiconductor manufacturing equipment, medical devices, and optical instruments. Through tolerance and dimensional accuracy analysis, material selection, consideration of processing technologies, operation of measurement devices, and data analysis, they achieve improvements in product quality and production efficiency. They undertake a wide range of tasks from CAD/CAM design to NC machining, assembly adjustment, and field maintenance, and as positions that span teams in research institutes and factories, multidisciplinary expertise and collaboration skills are required.
Future Outlook
With increasing demand in cutting-edge fields such as semiconductors, medical, and space development, engineer demand will steadily increase. Development of smart precision equipment utilizing IoT and AI is expected to advance.
Personality Traits
Attention to Detail / Curious or Inquisitive / Patient / Strong Sense of Responsibility
Work Style
Factory Resident / Flexitime / Laboratory Work / Night Shift
Career Path
Junior Engineer → Senior Engineer → Project Leader → Development Manager → Technical Director
Required Skills
CAD Operation / CAM Programming / Materials Mechanics / Measurement Technology / NC Machining Control / Precision Machining Technology / Tolerance Analysis
Recommended Skills
3D Printer / English Document Reading / Finite Element Analysis / PLC Control Technology / Project Management / Vacuum Technology
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because logical analysis of dimensions and tolerances is essential. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute errors affect product performance. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous acquisition of new materials and processing technologies is necessary. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Advanced mathematical abilities are required for dimensional calculations and tolerance analysis. |
| Problem Solving | Indispensable for investigating manufacturing processes and failure causes. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly indoor fine work, so physical load is low. |
Related Qualifications
- Mechanical Design Technician
- Mechanical Maintenance Skills Technician
- Metrologist
- Patent Management Skills Certification
Aliases
- Measurement Instrument Technician
- Micromachining Technician
- Precision Equipment Engineer
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