Production Engineering Technician
せいさんこうがくぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Other Technical Occupations
- Minor : Technical Occupations Not Elsewhere Classified
Summary
A technical position that improves production efficiency and reduces costs through the design and improvement of production processes and equipment in manufacturing sites.
Description
Production Engineering Technicians (Production Engineering Engineers) design and improve the entire production process in manufacturing sites, from production planning, process design, equipment selection and introduction, line layout optimization, to quality control. They utilize various technologies such as FA and PLC programming, equipment design using 3D CAD, automation technology, and IoT sensor data utilization to promote smart factories, achieving cost reduction and improved safety. They also lead ongoing Kaizen activities, including coordination with departments and vendors, instructions and training for on-site workers, quality improvement using Statistical Process Control (SPC), and problem analysis and improvement proposals during troubles.
Future Outlook
The advancement of smart factories using IoT and AI will increase the demand for technicians skilled in advanced automation and data utilization. Efforts toward environmental response, decarbonization, and sustainable production will also become more important.
Personality Traits
Can respond flexibly / Good at logical thinking / Has cooperativeness / Has improvement motivation / Has problem-finding ability
Work Style
Business Trips Available / Factory Work / Project-based Work / Remote Work Possible / Team System
Career Path
Production Technology Assistant → Production Technology Engineer → Production Technology Leader → Production Technology Manager → Factory Manager
Required Skills
3D CAD Operation / Data Analysis / Equipment Selection / Layout Design / PLC Programming / Production Process Design
Recommended Skills
IoT Sensor Data Utilization / MES Construction / Reading English Technical Documents / Robot Control / Statistical Process Control
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it is necessary to quantitatively analyze processes to improve production efficiency. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because small process mistakes can lead to quality defects. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because it is necessary to evaluate process productivity numerically. |
| Planning & Organization | Planning ability is required to build efficient production lines. |
| Problem Solving | Because it is necessary to quickly find solutions when production troubles occur. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Engineer Examination
- Professional Engineer (Production Engineering Division)
- Quality Control Certification (QC Certification)
Aliases
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Production Engineer
- Production Engineering Engineer
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- Equipment Maintenance Engineer
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