Pressure Gauge Design Engineer
あつりょくけい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 technical position that performs mechanical and electrical design of pressure sensors and pressure gauges, ensuring measurement accuracy, durability, and reliability.
Description
Pressure gauge design engineers handle the design and development of pressure sensors and pressure gauges (analog/digital), creating products that meet requirements such as measurement range, accuracy, operating temperature, and pressure resistance performance. They consistently perform tasks from selection of sensor elements and strain gauges, structural design, analog circuit design, formulation of calibration methods, prototype evaluation, to transition to mass production. They are utilized in a wide range of applications including industrial equipment, automotive, aerospace, and energy fields, and are also required to ensure quality assurance and compliance with international standards (IEC, JIS). Comprehensive technical skills are necessary, including coordination within and outside the department, gathering customer requirements, analyzing evaluation data, and troubleshooting.
Future Outlook
With the spread of IoT and smart sensors, and the advancement of industrial automation, demand for high-precision measurement equipment is increasing. The market value of engineers possessing knowledge in miniaturization, high-temperature and high-pressure compatibility, and IoT integration technologies is expected to improve further.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous / Patient / Proficient in logical thinking
Work Style
Flex Time / Office/Lab Work / Remote / Team Development
Career Path
Junior Design Engineer → Senior Design Engineer → Technical Leader → Project Manager → R&D Manager
Required Skills
3D Modeling / Analog Circuit Design / Data Analysis / Pressure Measurement Sensor / Testing and Evaluation
Recommended Skills
English Technical Document Reading / FEM Analysis / LabVIEW / Materials Engineering Knowledge / Quality Management Techniques
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it requires mathematical analysis of measurement requirements and performing structural and circuit design. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute design errors affect measurement accuracy. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous learning is necessary to adapt to new materials, sensor technologies, and standards. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because there is a lot of mathematical calculation in data analysis and circuit design. |
| Problem Solving | To resolve error factors that occur during prototype evaluation. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because it is mainly desk work. |
Related Qualifications
- Metrologist (Pressure)
Aliases
- Pressure Gauge Design Engineer
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