Pump Design Engineer
ぽんぷ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 performance design and structural design of fluid machinery including pumps, from prototype evaluation to manufacturing specification review.
Description
Pump design engineers define performance requirements for various pumps such as centrifugal pumps and positive displacement pumps, performing flow path design and structural design based on fluid dynamics and strength of materials. They create 3D models using CAD and conduct performance analysis and strength analysis using CFD and FEA. After prototyping, they perform performance tests, vibration and noise evaluations, and optimize design specifications. Furthermore, they ensure safety and reliability through design and manufacturing processes compliant with standards such as JIS and API. Collaborating with in-house manufacturing and quality assurance departments as well as clients, they advance product development considering costs and delivery schedules.
Future Outlook
With energy conservation and strengthened environmental regulations, demand for developing high-efficiency pumps and IoT-integrated smart pumps is increasing. The spread of design methods utilizing CAE and digital twin technology is anticipated.
Personality Traits
Curious or inquisitive / Good team player / Likes logical thinking / Meticulous / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Field testing / Flexitime / Office work / Project team system / Remote work
Career Path
Pump Design Engineer (Junior) → Pump Design Engineer (Senior) → Design Leader/Team Leader → Mechanical Design Department Manager → Technical Director/Expert Position (Senior Specialist)
Required Skills
3D CAD operation / Basic knowledge of thermodynamics and fluid dynamics / CAE analysis / Printing terminology and standards knowledge / Strength calculation
Recommended Skills
Cost management / Experimental evaluation technology / Project management / Quality control methods (QC) / Reading English technical documents
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Because it requires numerical analysis of fluid behavior and structural strength and reflecting it in the design. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because minute dimensional errors can cause performance degradation or failures. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Because it is necessary to continuously acquire knowledge of new materials and analysis methods. |
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because mathematical analysis of fluid dynamics and strength calculations is required. |
| Problem Solving | Because solving complex issues such as poor flow or vibration problems is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical load is low. |
Related Qualifications
- CAD Utilization Technician Exam
- Professional Engineer (Mechanical Department)
Aliases
- Fluid Machinery Design Engineer
- Pump Engineer
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