Precision Measuring Tool Design Engineer
せいみつそくていこうぐ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
Technical position responsible for planning, designing, prototyping, and evaluating measuring tools and equipment for high-precision dimensional and shape measurement.
Description
Precision measuring tool design engineers are specialists who design, prototype, and evaluate high-precision measuring instruments and devices used in manufacturing sites and research and development. They handle everything from tolerance analysis and material selection to 3D CAD shape design, prototype fabrication and calibration, and analysis of measurement data. They collaborate with production technology departments, quality assurance departments, and external manufacturers to provide optimal measurement solutions that meet accuracy requirements.
Future Outlook
With the increasing precision and IoT integration in manufacturing, the importance of precision measurement technology is growing. Design skills for digital twins and smart factories are in demand, with stable demand expected.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Good at logical thinking / Meticulous and accurate / Patient
Work Style
Contracted work / In-house manufacturer design / Laboratory and factory experiments / Office work / Partial remote possible
Career Path
Design staff → Senior design engineer → Development leader → Project manager → Technical director
Required Skills
3D CAD / Materials Mechanics / Sensor Technology / Technical Drawing Creation / Tolerance Design
Recommended Skills
CMM Programming / Data Analysis / English Technical Document Reading / Finite Element Method Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to theoretically interpret complex tolerances and measurement principles and incorporate them into the design. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because design accuracy is important to ensure that minute dimensional errors do not greatly exceed tolerances. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because tolerance calculations and quantitative analysis of measurement data are essential. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work with low physical demands. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Metrologist
Aliases
- Measurement Instrument Design Engineer
- Measuring Tool Development Engineer
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