Brake Device Installer (Railway Vehicles)
ぶれーきそうちとりつけこう（てつどうしゃりょう）
Industry & Occupation
Classification
Summary
A manufacturing engineering job that assembles brake devices for railway vehicles from individual parts, installs them, makes adjustments, and performs inspections.
Description
Rail brake installers (railway vehicles) are specialized workers who assemble brake devices for railway vehicles from components, install them on the car body, connect air pressure or hydraulic lines, adjust them to specifications, perform torque management, and conduct leak tests. They work based on assembly procedures and drawings, and upon completion, carry out performance tests and leak tests. They collaborate with quality control and production technology departments to ensure safe and accurate operations.
Future Outlook
As the renewal of aging railway vehicles and ongoing maintenance needs continue amid the advancing introduction of automation technologies, securing technicians with specialized knowledge will become crucial.
Personality Traits
Good team player / Meticulous / Patient / Strong sense of responsibility
Work Style
Career Path
Brake Device Installer → Line Leader → Assembly Supervisor → Production Engineering Engineer → Manufacturing Manager
Required Skills
Basic Knowledge of Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems / Blueprint Reading Skills / Measuring Instrument Operation / Mechanical Parts Assembly / Torque Management
Recommended Skills
Line Balancing / Maintenance and Preservation / Quality Control Methods (QC) / Safety Management Knowledge
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Since brake devices are directly linked to safety, work must be performed accurately down to the finest details. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Because heavy parts are handled and prolonged standing work is required. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Creativity & Ideation | Since work is performed based on procedures, creativity is not particularly required. |
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