Prototype Test Technician (Metal Products)
しさくひんしけんぎじゅついん（きんぞくせいひん）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A technical position that conducts various mechanical and physical tests on prototype metal products to evaluate performance and confirm quality.
Description
Prototype Test Technicians (Metal Products) prepare test pieces to evaluate the performance, strength, and durability of metal materials, and operate various test equipment such as tensile testing machines, fatigue testing machines, and hardness testers. They analyze the obtained data, determine compliance with customer requirements and design standards, and create evaluation reports. Additionally, maintenance and calibration of test equipment, proposals for improving test methods, and collaboration with R&D and quality assurance departments are important tasks.
Future Outlook
Stable demand is expected due to the increasing sophistication of quality requirements in manufacturing. Acquiring skills in test process efficiency technologies using IoT and automation will enhance market value.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Logical thinking / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Day Shift / Factory Work / Full-time / Office and Lab Combined / Shift Work
Career Path
Prototype Test Technician → Senior Test Technician → Quality Control Engineer → Materials Development Engineer → R&D Researcher
Required Skills
Fatigue Testing Machine Operation / Hardness Testing / Measurement Instrument Use / Tensile Testing Machine Operation / Test Data Analysis / Test Piece Processing
Recommended Skills
English Literature Reading / Materials Science Fundamentals / Non-Destructive Testing / Statistical Analysis
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | High logical thinking is required for data analysis and application of evaluation criteria. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy is needed to not miss subtle variations in test data. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Acquisition of new technologies and test methods is required. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Required for quantitative analysis of test results. |
| Problem Solving | Ability to troubleshoot test equipment issues and investigate causes of data anomalies is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Basically follows prescribed procedures. |
Related Qualifications
- Non-Destructive Testing Technician
- QC Certification (Quality Control Certification)
Aliases
- Metal Product Prototype Tester
- Prototype Test Engineer
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